Our take
Choose 201268-BLK when a USB-C computer needs one HDMI screen, two USB 3.0 peripherals, and wired Gigabit Ethernet in a compact adapter. Its useful extra is a documented host-charging path; the main compromise is that the historic Amazon mapping is not a verified current offer.
A USB-C laptop user who wants one display, wired networking, two USB peripherals, and optional host charging, and can confirm the exact result before ordering..
It is not the right choice when you need multiple independent displays, more USB ports, a published per-port power budget, or a verified direct Amazon listing for the exact model.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- Cable Matters identifies the exact 201268-BLK model and documents HDMI up to 4K60.
- Two USB 3.0 ports and Gigabit Ethernet add common desk connections through one USB-C host link.
- The page says the adapter can operate bus-powered and can charge a Chromebook up to 86W with a suitable charger.
What to weigh up
- Only one HDMI output is listed, and no second independent display mode is documented.
- The page does not provide a detailed per-port current or shared-power table for attached USB devices.
- B09581THSD appears in a reseller crosswalk, but the current Amazon offer itself was not verified.
Specifications and exact model details
The key details
| Model covered | 201268-BLK |
|---|---|
| Host connector | USB-C host |
| USB 3.x data ports | 2 USB 3.0 data ports up to 5Gbps |
| Installation | Cabled adapter; no model-specific fit |
| Hub power | Bus-powered operation is claimed; no separate hub supply is required |
| Host charging | USB-C host charging up to 86W is stated; charger input rating is not specified here |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 5, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
Full review: how the features affect your choice
What the features mean for you
Connect a screen, two USB devices, and wired networking
The 201268-BLK is a compact USB-C adapter for a desk or meeting-room setup. Cable Matters lists one HDMI display connection, two USB 3.0 ports, and Gigabit Ethernet, so it can connect a screen, a pair of peripherals, and a wired network through one host connection. The company specifies HDMI up to 4K60, USB up to 5Gbps, and Ethernet up to 1000Mbps. These are interface or maximum-mode claims, not guaranteed file-transfer or network results; the computer, display, cable, router, and service must also support the target mode.
Check that one HDMI output meets the display need
One HDMI output is documented, with support advertised up to 3840 by 2160 at 60Hz. Confirm that the host USB-C port supports video output and that the monitor and cable can run the intended resolution and refresh rate. The inspected product page does not describe a second independent display. For a presentation adapter, a single screen keeps the layout simple; this is not a multi-monitor dock.
Keep the two USB data ports separate from charging
The two USB 3.0 ports are described for devices such as a mouse, keyboard, or flash drive, with a maximum interface rate of 5Gbps. The USB-C Power Delivery connection is a charging path to the host rather than another data port. Cable Matters says it can charge a Chromebook up to 86W when paired with a suitable USB-C charger. That host figure is not the charger's nameplate rating, and the page does not promise the same charging rate for every computer.
Decide whether bus-powered use or a charger suits the setup
The official page says the adapter can operate as a bus-powered hub without a charger, while its PD path supports host charging when a charger is connected. Bus-powered operation can simplify a light peripheral setup, but the source gives no per-port current table for demanding devices. If laptop charging matters, use a compatible charger and verify the host's charging support. If the main need is Ethernet, one screen, and ordinary peripherals, the stated bus-powered option may be sufficient.
Verify the exact model in the Amazon result
Cable Matters identifies 201268-BLK on its own page. A separate indexed catalog record associates B09581THSD with the model, but the historical Amazon detail page was not readable in the saved check. Use the tagged search and compare the displayed model code and port layout before ordering. This review relies on manufacturer specifications and an indexed model crosswalk, not personal testing or customer-review summaries.
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Before you buy
Does the adapter support 4K at 60Hz?
Cable Matters lists its single HDMI output up to 4K60, subject to the host, display, and cable.
Is 86W the charger's input rating?
No. The page describes host charging up to 86W; it does not identify that number as the charger's total input rating.
Is B09581THSD a verified current Amazon offer?
No. A reseller record associates it with the model, but the current Amazon detail was not verified.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources and review basis
Sources & review basis
We use the linked product documentation for the features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Cable Matters official 201268-BLK product page ↗ — checked October 5, 2026.
- Cable Matters model identity, port layout, HDMI, USB, Gigabit Ethernet, host charging, and bus-power claims ↗ — checked October 5, 2026.
- Indexed reseller record associating B09581THSD with 201268-BLK; current Amazon offer not verified ↗ — checked October 5, 2026.
- Historical Amazon detail page was not readable during the saved check ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 5, 2026.
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