MacBook Accessories Unboxing: [PT-50110]
9-Port Fully functional Type-C Hub
With Apple's release of the new M1 chip MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and Mac Mini, there's a significant performance boost that has rekindled the public's interest in Mac. Unfortunately, these newly upgraded Mac series all come with only two USB-C ports. For users requiring multiple connections or even video output, they must resort to buying USB-C adapters to convert the signal.
How to choose a good one
MacBook Hub?
Product Quality
Power Supply Issue
Audio-Visual
Transmission
Whether the craftsmanship is exquisite and if it feels cheap to the touch.
The maximum wattage the PD fast charging protocol can support and whether it can provide additional power to phones via USB-A.
It must have either HDMI or VGA for video and audio transmission, and compatibility shouldn't be poor.
Data Transmission
Network Transmission
Wireless Interference
At a minimum, there should be one port supporting USB3.1 or higher transmission speed to reduce data transfer waiting times.
Must have an RJ45 network port for times when there's a need for heavy downloading or uploading.
Whether connecting the Hub affects WiFi, Bluetooth, and other wireless transmissions
Is there a best product in the world? For the author, the best product doesn't exist, only the product that best meets one's needs. The same logic applies to choosing a Hub. If you want more integrated functions, you will inevitably have to spend more. Below are the features that the author values in selecting this Hub.
Data Transmission
At a minimum, there should be one port supporting USB3.1 or higher transmission speed to reduce data transfer waiting times.
Network Transmission
Must have an RJ45 network port for times when there's a need for heavy downloading or uploading.
Wireless Interference
Whether connecting the Hub affects WiFi, Bluetooth, and other wireless transmissions
Audio-Visual Transmission
It must have either HDMI or VGA for video and audio transmission, and compatibility shouldn't be poor.
Power Supply Issue
The maximum wattage the PD fast charging protocol can support and whether it can provide additional power to phones via USB-A.
Product Quality
Whether the craftsmanship is exquisite and if it feels cheap to the touch.
Before unboxing, I'd like to explain why I have such high demands for a good product. As I am an IT manager at a high-end conference hall, my job isn't just about maintaining equipment. Providing lecturers with better accessories can facilitate smoother conference proceedings. Therefore, after purchasing a product, I'll test each detail thoroughly to ensure the quality of the conference. (The picture above shows the setup for a small conference, where only a presentation pointer and audio-visual output are required.)
Before unboxing, I'd like to explain why I have such high demands for a good product. As I am an IT manager at a high-end conference hall, my job isn't just about maintaining equipment. Providing lecturers with better accessories can facilitate smoother conference proceedings. Therefore, after purchasing a product, I'll test each detail thoroughly to ensure the quality of the conference. (The picture above shows the setup for a small conference, where only a presentation pointer and audio-visual output are required.)
PERFEKT All-in-One HUB Actual Use
The PERFEKT Multi-functional Hub is constructed with an aluminum alloy casing, with a uniform black color scheme. Its design is laid out based on different usage purposes: on the right side for data transfer, it comes with three USB-A ports and SD/TF card readers. On the left side, designed for audio-visual transmission, it has HDMI, VGA, and Type-C ports. On the bottom, for internet connectivity, there's an RJ45 ethernet port.
PERFEKT All-in-One HUB Actual Use
The PERFEKT Multi-functional Hub is constructed with an aluminum alloy casing, with a uniform black color scheme. Its design is laid out based on different usage purposes: on the right side for data transfer, it comes with three USB-A ports and SD/TF card readers. On the left side, designed for audio-visual transmission, it has HDMI, VGA, and Type-C ports. On the bottom, for internet connectivity, there's an RJ45 ethernet port.
PERFEKT All-in-One HUB Actual Use
Audio-visual transmission is divided into two methods: HDMI and VGA. The HDMI transmission can support up to a 4K/30Hz video resolution, while the VGA transmission can support up to 1080P/60Hz video resolution. Since my workplace hasn't fully transitioned to HDMI yet, the availability of VGA transmission is still required. However, since VGA is an analog signal, the distortion effect can be more pronounced than the digital signal of HDMI. Additionally, if there's also a need to provide audio output during VGA transmission, an external 3.5mm audio cable is required. Meanwhile, HDMI transmission can play audio directly without needing any additional cables.
PERFEKT PT-50110 Power Test:
Given that the PERFEKT hub is positioned as a flagship product, to ensure that the entire MacBook Pro series is powered adequately, the charging specification can support up to 20V/5A 100 watts. My MacBook Pro is a 13-inch model from 2019, which only requires 60 watts for full-speed charging. (Upon testing, it was found that when connected to the charger, it can provide additional charging to the phone through the USB-A; however, if not connected to the charger, it cannot provide additional power to the phone from the computer.)
PERFEKT PT-50110 Power Test:
The PERFEKT HUB, positioned as a premium, flagship product, guarantees an optimal charging experience by supporting specifications up to a substantial 20V/5A 100W, ensuring the entire MacBook Pro series is adequately powered. The author utilized a 13-inch MacBook Pro from 2019, which demands a mere 60W for full-speed charging. Testing revealed that when a charger is connected, the HUB is capable of additional mobile phone charging via USB-A. Without a charger, however, the device is unable to power a mobile phone through the computer.
PERFEKT PT-51110
Data Transfer Test:
Data transfer is one of the primary uses when users connect an external hub. On the right side, it features three USB-A ports and an SD/TF card slot for data transfer. In terms of transfer speed, it complies with the specifications set by the USB-IF association, with the fastest speed reaching up to 5Gbps. Although this is still a ways off from Apple's ThunderBolt, the relative cost is also considerably reduced.
PERFEKT PT-51110 Network Test:
Some hubs, due to their design, can interfere with WiFi and Bluetooth wireless transmission. Based on the author's test, this PERFEKT hub does not have interference issues. As for wired network transmission, since the author often encounters professional speakers doing online demos during work, some data-heavy projects require a physical network connection to run smoothly. Therefore, it's essential to have an RJ45 network port.
Should You Get PERFEKT PT-50110 Hub?
Following an intimate month-long usage and meticulous testing of various facets, the writer finds this Hub notably commendable for acquisition. Exhibiting a subdued and steadfast aesthetic, it demonstrates flawless functionality, amalgamating all requisite user features into a singular, multifunctional Hub. For those experiencing inconveniences with a full transition to USB-C, much like the writer, this Hub, presented by PERFEKT, warrants consideration.
Should You Get PERFEKT HUB?
After closely using it for nearly a month and conducting continuous tests on various details, the author believes that this hub is very worth purchasing. Its appearance is very understated and stable, and there have been no issues in use. It integrates all the functionalities a user would need into one comprehensive hub. If, like the author, you face inconvenience with a complete USB-C upgrade on your computer, consider this hub launched by PERFEKT.
PERFEKT PT-50110 Data Transmission Testing:
The PERFEKT Hub, established as a top-tier product, ensures the entirety of the MacBook Pro series receives a stable power supply, supporting up to 20V/5A 100W charging specifications. For the 13-inch 2019 MacBook Pro model used by the author, a simple 60W is sufficient for full-speed power delivery. (Testing uncovered that, while connected to a charger, the USB-A port can concurrently charge a mobile phone; without a charger, additional phone charging via the computer is unachievable.)
PERFEKT PT-50110 Network Testing:
Some hubs may inadvertently disrupt WiFi and Bluetooth wireless transmissions due to design issues. Upon investigation, no such interference problems were observed with this PERFEKT Hub. In terms of wired network transmission, the author, who often encounters online demo sessions by professional instructors during work, and manages certain high-data-volume projects that necessitate a stable, physical network connection, an RJ45 network port is crucial.