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"SATECHI USB-C Multiport Adapter, USB C Hub 9 in 1, On-The-Go Multiport Adapter – for M2/ M1 MacBook Pro/Air, M2/ M1 iPad Pro/Air, M2 Mac Mini, iMac M1 (Space Gray)"

SATECHI USB-C Multiport Adapter, USB C Hub 9 in 1, On-The-Go Multiport Adapter – for M2/ M1 MacBook Pro/Air, M2/ M1 iPad Pro/Air, M2 Mac Mini, iMac M1 (Space Gray)

ALL THE PORTS YOU NEED - features the nine essential ports to any modern workspace: USB-C PD charging (up to 100W), HDMI and VGA display outputs, Gigabit Ethernet, USB-C data port, two USB-A data ports (up to 5Gbps), and micro/SD card reader slots (UHS-I) – with an easy to use, plug and play design. Note: ~15W used in operating power.

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CarpeOpportunitas /r/macbook

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1970-01-20 05:04:20.833 +0000 UTC

Gotcha. So Thunderbolt isn't necessary, but good for having multiple displays in one port.

From my understanding then, I don't need a pricey dock after all? I could just plug one monitor directly into the MBP via HDMI and get a cheaper hub and plug another monitor via HDMI, like one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Satechi-USB-C-Go-Multiport-Adapter/dp/B08X1YVCZG

https://www.amazon.com/Satechi-USB-C-Hybrid-Multiport-Adapter/dp/B09JDSLYZS

https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-MacBook-Thunderbolt-Delivery-Compatible/dp/B087TSQR6X

https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Multiport-Adapter-Ethernet-Delivery/dp/B093FKT9BF

One mirrored and one extended display