Promate LiteHub-4 4-in-1 Multi-Port USB-C Data Hub

Description

The Promate LiteHub-4 4-in-1 USB-C Hub is a compact and portable connectivity solution designed to expand a single USB connection into four USB-A ports, allowing multiple peripherals and storage devices to be connected simultaneously.

It features a USB-C host connection with a USB-A adapter, making it compatible with a wider range of laptops and desktop computers. The hub supports both USB 3.0 speeds up to 5Gbps and USB 2.0 speeds up to 480Mbps, depending on the port and connected device.

Its ultra-slim aluminum housing, flexible cable, and plug-and-play operation make it suitable for home, office, gaming, and travel use.

Key Features

• 4-in-1 USB hub
• 4 x USB-A ports
• USB-C host connection
• Includes USB-A adapter
• USB 3.0 support
• Up to 5Gbps data transfer
• USB 2.0 support up to 480Mbps
• Connect multiple peripherals simultaneously
• Plug-and-play
• No additional drivers required
• Ultra-slim design
• Heat-resistant aluminum housing
• Flexible, snap-resistant cable
• Compatible with Windows & macOS
• Ideal for laptops and desktop PCs
• Available in Black, Grey, and Blue

4-Port USB Expansion

The LiteHub-4 provides four USB-A ports, allowing users to expand the connectivity of laptops and computers with limited USB ports.

Connectivity

• Output Interface: 4 x USB-A
• Input Interface: USB-C + USB-A Adapter
• Number of Output Ports: 4
• USB Voltage: 5V / 1A

It can be used with peripherals such as:

• Gaming mice
• Keyboards
• USB flash drives
• External HDDs
• External SSDs
• Controllers
• Printers
• Card readers
• Other compatible USB devices

USB 3.0 – Up to 5Gbps

The hub supports USB 3.0 data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps, while USB 2.0 connections support speeds up to 480Mbps.

Data Transfer

• USB 3.0: Up to 5Gbps
• USB 2.0: Up to 480Mbps

Actual performance depends on the host computer, connected device, USB interface, and workload.

USB-C + USB-A Connectivity

A useful feature of the LiteHub-4 is its USB-C connection with a USB-A adapter.

This allows the hub to work with compatible devices equipped with:

• USB-C
• USB-A

This dual-interface design provides greater flexibility when moving between newer USB-C laptops and computers with traditional USB-A ports.

Plug-and-Play

The LiteHub-4 is designed for straightforward plug-and-play operation.

Promate states that no additional software or drivers are required for normal operation.

Simply connect the hub to a compatible computer and attach your USB peripherals.

Ultra-Slim Aluminum Design

The LiteHub-4 features a compact heat-resistant aluminum housing designed for portability and durability.

Design Benefits

• Ultra-slim construction
• Aluminum housing
• Heat-resistant design
• Flexible cable
• Snap-resistant cable construction
• Easy to carry in a laptop bag
• Suitable for travel and mobile workstations

Windows & Mac Compatibility

Promate specifies support for:

• Windows 10
• Windows 8
• Windows 7
• Mac OS X 10.2 and above

Compatibility with individual peripherals may depend on their own operating-system requirements.

Specifications

• Brand: Promate
• Model: LiteHub-4
• Product Type: USB Hub
• Number of Ports: 4
• Output Interface: 4 x USB-A
• Input Interface: USB-C + USB-A Adapter
• USB 3.0: Yes
• USB 2.0: Yes
• Maximum USB 3.0 Transfer Rate: 5Gbps
• Maximum USB 2.0 Transfer Rate: 480Mbps
• USB Voltage: 5V / 1A
• Plug-and-Play: Yes
• Drivers Required: No
• Housing: Aluminum
• Windows Compatible: Yes
• macOS Compatible: Yes
• Portable: Yes
• Available Colors: Black / Grey / Blue

For Gaming Setups

The four USB-A ports make the LiteHub-4 useful for gaming laptops and compact PCs that have limited USB connectivity.

You can connect compatible:

• Gaming mouse
• Gaming keyboard
• Controller
• USB headset
• USB microphone
• Flash drive
• External storage

Keep in mind that multiple high-bandwidth devices connected simultaneously share the bandwidth available through the hub's host connection.

Important Note

The LiteHub-4 is primarily a USB data/peripheral expansion hub. It does not provide HDMI, Ethernet, SD card reader, or dedicated USB-C Power Delivery functionality. Promate lists its output interface as four USB-A ports.

If HDMI, Ethernet, or laptop charging is required, a multimedia USB-C hub would be more appropriate.

Best For

• Gaming Laptops
• Desktop PCs
• Business Laptops
• USB Port Expansion
• Keyboards & Mice
• Gaming Controllers
• USB Flash Drives
• External Storage
• Office Setups
• Travel
• Portable Workstations

Why Choose the Promate LiteHub-4?

• Expands your computer with 4 USB-A ports.
• Supports USB 3.0 transfer speeds up to 5Gbps.
• Supports older USB 2.0 devices at up to 480Mbps.
• USB-C connection with USB-A adapter provides flexible host compatibility.
• Plug-and-play operation requires no additional drivers.
• Compact aluminum construction is suitable for portable use.
• Four ports provide convenient connectivity for storage devices, keyboards, mice, controllers, and other USB peripherals.
• The combination of four USB-A ports, USB-C/USB-A host connectivity, up to 5Gbps data transfer, and an ultra-slim aluminum design makes the Promate LiteHub-4 a practical USB expansion solution for compatible laptops and desktop PCs.