Anker’s new Nano USB-C Hub puts dual 4K@60Hz display support into an 8-in-1 USB-C accessory priced at $35.99 in the US, a spec that used to separate simple dongles from more capable desk hubs.
The product has been released in the US and UK, according to Notebookcheck, after being spotted in May 2026. The interesting part is not just that Anker added ports. It is the mix: two HDMI outputs, 85W pass-through charging, 10 Gbps data ports, and card slots in a Nano-branded hub that appears positioned as an alternative to the older Anker 553 USB-C Hub (8-in-1).
Anker’s 8-in-1 Nano USB-C Hub Pushes Dual-4K Output Into a Smaller Desk Accessory
The headline feature is straightforward: the Anker Nano USB-C Hub (8-in-1, Dual Display) can connect two external monitors through two HDMI ports. With DP 1.4 and DSC 3:1, a Windows device can drive two displays at 4K@60Hz.
That is the real upgrade over the older Anker 553 USB-C Hub (8-in-1), based on Notebookcheck’s report. Anker has also changed the port mix by adding a USB-C data transfer port in place of an Ethernet port.
MLXIO analysis: this is a trade-off, not a universal win. Users who want wired networking may prefer the older configuration. Users who need another fast general-purpose data port may see the new Nano as cleaner for modern laptop desks.
The product also sits alongside Anker’s wider accessory catalog. MLXIO has covered the company’s consumer-facing accessory pushes before, including Pikachu Turns Anker Nano Charger Into 70W Fan Bait and Pikachu Turns Anker's Travel Adapter Into $38 Fan Bait. This hub is a more practical release: less collectible, more workstation-focused.
The Specs That Actually Define the New Nano Hub
The new 8-in-1 Nano USB-C Hub connects to the host device through an integrated USB-C cable. Power comes in through a 100W USB-C PD input, while the hub supports up to 85W pass-through charging to the connected device.
Its data setup is also specific:
- USB-A: Two ports, each up to 10 Gbps
- USB-C data: One port, up to 10 Gbps
- Card slots: SD/TF3.0 slots with 104 MB/s read/write speeds
- Display output: Two HDMI ports
- Charging: Up to 85W pass-through from a 100W USB-C PD input
The display behavior depends heavily on operating system support as described in the source. On Windows, the hub can support two external 4K@60Hz displays. On macOS, connected monitors can also run at 4K@60Hz, but the content is mirrored across the displays.
That macOS detail matters. For a Mac user expecting two independent extended displays, the fine print changes the product’s value. For a Windows user whose machine supports the required display path, the spec sheet is more compelling.
The Ethernet-for-USB-C Swap Is the Quiet Design Choice
The most telling product decision may not be the dual HDMI setup. It may be the removal of Ethernet versus the Anker 553 USB-C Hub (8-in-1).
| Feature | Anker Nano USB-C Hub (8-in-1, Dual Display) | Older Anker 553 USB-C Hub (8-in-1) |
|---|---|---|
| Dual 4K@60Hz support | Yes, on Windows | Reported as lower capability versus new model |
| HDMI ports | Two | Not fully detailed in source |
| USB-C data port | Yes | Replaced by Ethernet in older model |
| Ethernet | No, based on reported port change | Yes |
| Pass-through charging | Up to 85W | Not specified in source |
MLXIO analysis: this port change suggests Anker is prioritizing display and fast peripheral expansion in this model. But the source does not say why Anker made the change, and it does not provide thermal data, compatibility testing, or long-term performance results.
Windows Users Get the Stronger Dual-Monitor Story
The clearest winner is a user with a Windows laptop who wants two 4K@60Hz external screens from a compact hub. The source explicitly ties that capability to DP 1.4 and DSC 3:1.
DSC, or Display Stream Compression, is a display-bandwidth compression method. In this case, the source says the hub supports DSC 3:1, which is part of how the Windows dual-4K claim is framed.
Mac users get a narrower result. The hub can output 4K@60Hz to connected monitors, but the source says the content is mirrored. That makes it less useful for workflows that depend on separate extended desktops.
For buyers comparing laptop setups, this is the critical distinction. The phrase “dual 4K” is not enough. The operating system behavior decides whether those panels expand the workspace or simply duplicate it.
Pricing Keeps the Product in Impulse-Accessory Territory
The new hub is available through the Anker Store US and Amazon US for $35.99. In the UK, it is listed at Anker’s official Amazon storefront for £34.99.
Notebookcheck says it is unclear when the model will be offered in more European countries. A German-language Notebookcheck version also frames the product as released in markets including the US and UK, but the confirmed availability in the supplied material remains those two markets.
That price is important because it puts the new Nano hub closer to everyday accessory spending than premium docking hardware. MLXIO analysis: the constraint is that price alone does not answer whether the hub can replace a larger dock for a specific desk. The source gives port specs, not stress testing, thermals, or broad laptop compatibility results.
Buyers Should Read the Display Fine Print Before Clicking Buy
The new Anker Nano USB-C Hub (8-in-1, Dual Display) is easy to summarize: two HDMI ports, dual 4K@60Hz support on Windows, 85W pass-through charging, 10 Gbps USB-A and USB-C data, and SD/TF3.0 card slots.
The buying decision is less simple.
A Windows user who wants two 4K monitors at 60Hz gets the strongest case. A macOS user should treat the mirroring behavior as a major limitation. A user who needs wired Ethernet should notice that Anker removed that port compared with the older 553-style configuration.
The next evidence to watch is not another spec-sheet claim. It is availability beyond the US and UK, plus real-world testing that confirms how consistently the hub handles dual 4K@60Hz, charging, and active data ports at the same time. If those results hold up, Anker’s Nano hub looks less like a dongle and more like a compact desk dock. If they do not, the old divide between small hubs and larger docking stations remains intact.
Key Takeaways
- Anker is bringing dual 4K@60Hz display support to a compact $35.99 USB-C hub.
- The new port mix favors fast USB-C data connectivity over wired Ethernet.
- The hub could appeal to laptop users building cleaner multi-monitor desk setups.
