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Anker
PowerExpand 6-in-1 USB-C Hub with HDMI and Ethernet

For a USB-C laptop needing HDMI 4K30, Gigabit Ethernet, and three data ports. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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THE SHORT ANSWER

Our take

A83650A1 is a documented choice for a USB-C laptop needing 4K30 HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, and three USB data ports, provided 53W host charging is enough.

Consider it for

A USB-C laptop user needing one 4K30 display, wired Gigabit Ethernet, mixed USB data, and no more than the documented 53W host output..

Look elsewhere if

It is not a fit for 4K60, more than Gigabit Ethernet, host charging above 53W, or a package that must include its charger and cable.

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Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • Amazon links B08C9HZ5YT to model A83650A1 and part A8365.
  • The port mix includes HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, two USB-A data ports, and one USB-C data port.
  • Anker specifies up to 53W to the host when paired with a 65W charger.

What to weigh up

  • The HDMI ceiling is 4K30 rather than 4K60.
  • The 65W PD input does not mean 65W reaches the laptop.
  • The charger and cable are not included, and A8366 is a separate model.
Specifications and exact model details

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredA83650A1
Host connectorUSB-C host connection
USB 3.x data portsThree USB 3.x data ports: two USB-A and one USB-C, each listed up to 5Gbps
InstallationCabled hub with HDMI up to 4K30 and Gigabit Ethernet
Hub powerSeparate 65W USB-C PD input; charger and cable are not included
Host chargingUp to 53W reaches the laptop with a 65W charger

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

Combine display, network, and USB data on one host

A83650A1 connects through USB-C and adds HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, two USB-A data ports, one USB-C data port, and a separate PD input. That combination can suit a laptop desk where one cable should provide a screen connection, wired network, and a few peripherals. Anker lists HDMI up to 4K30 and Ethernet up to 1Gbps. These are interface limits, not measured results. Confirm the laptop's USB-C port supports video output and compare the screen mode and network needs with those listed limits.

Plan host charging around the delivered 53W ceiling

Anker lists a 65W USB-C PD input, but says up to 53W reaches the laptop when the hub is used with a 65W charger. The input rating and computer output are different figures. The charger and cable are not included, so buyers need to supply compatible parts. If the laptop draws more than 53W during the intended workload, this hub may not meet that charging need. Check the exact computer requirement and use Anker's stated host-output figure rather than reading the 65W input label as delivered power.

Keep the three data ports distinct from charging and video

The official map lists two USB-A and one USB-C data ports, each in the 5Gbps class. Anker says those data sockets do not charge devices or carry video; the HDMI output and PD input have separate jobs. That distinction helps when laying out a laptop setup: use HDMI for the monitor, the data ports for peripherals, and the PD input for the external charger. The 5Gbps figure is a maximum interface specification, not a measured copy speed or a promise that multiple drives each receive an independent full-rate connection.

Match the display and network limits to the actual workflow

The single HDMI output is specified up to 4K at 30Hz, while the wired Ethernet port is rated up to 1Gbps. Those figures make the layout concrete, but they also set boundaries. Choose another hub if the monitor needs 4K60 or the network link must exceed Gigabit Ethernet. The computer must support video over its USB-C port; the hub cannot supply a mode that the host does not expose. For network throughput, the connected network and computer also affect results, so treat the 1Gbps figure as a port rating.

Keep A8365 separate from A8366 and verify the exact item

The saved Amazon item details identify B08C9HZ5YT as model A83650A1 and manufacturer part A8365. Anker's page describes the A8365 PowerExpand six-in-one layout; A8366 is a different model and must not be used to fill gaps in this profile. The direct tagged Amazon URL is supported by the exact model crosswalk. Compare the selected item number with A83650A1 and check that its included contents match your needs. This review is based on the saved Amazon and manufacturer specifications, not personal testing, price, stock, or customer-review claims. The number matters because Anker's A8366 has a separate official page and cannot be used to infer a port or power feature for A8365. At checkout, compare the manufacturer part number and the listed USB-A, USB-C, HDMI, Ethernet, and PD input connections. The saved check verifies the model mapping at that time, not future availability or any later package revision. The exact part number is the safest identifier when comparing results because shared product-family language can hide different port layouts. Verify the selected item's label before relying on the saved B08C9HZ5YT mapping.

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Before you buy

Does the 65W PD input deliver 65W to the laptop?

No. Anker lists up to 53W to the laptop with a 65W charger.

Can the USB data sockets output video?

No. Anker says the USB-A and USB-C data ports do not carry video.

Is B08C9HZ5YT the A83650A1 item?

Yes. The saved Amazon item details identify model A83650A1 and part A8365.

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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.

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