Selore USB C Docking Station Review
Explore how the Selore USB C Docking Station transforms your workspace with ease, offering triple monitors & 14 ports. A must-read for anyone seeking productivity magic.
Dual HDMI and VGA for triple display on Windows, 10 Gbps USB 3.1 on both USB-A and USB-C, 87W pass-through charging from a 100W charger, Gigabit Ethernet, SD/MicroSD at 200 Mbps, and 3.5mm audio in a 14-port hub.Triple display requires a laptop with DP 1.4 support. Mac shows mirrored content only. USB ports handle data and charging but do not output video. At 87W delivered from a 100W charger, the hub keeps 13W for itself and passes the rest to the laptop.
Fourteen ports. Two 4K HDMI. One VGA. Three USB 3.1 A/C (10 Gbps). Two USB 2.0 (480 Mbps). USB-C PD (100W in / 87W out). Gigabit Ethernet. SD/MicroSD (200 Mbps). 3.5mm audio. Plastic enclosure. DP 1.4 required for triple display. 2-year warranty.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Ports | 14 |
| HDMI | 2 (4K) |
| VGA | 1 |
| USB 3.1 Type-A | Included in 3 x 10 Gbps ports |
| USB 3.1 Type-C | Included in 3 x 10 Gbps ports |
| USB 2.0 | 2 (480 Mbps) |
| USB-C PD | 100W input / 87W output (for safety) |
| Gigabit Ethernet | 1 (1000 Mbps) |
| SD Card Reader | 1 (up to 200 Mbps) |
| MicroSD Card Reader | 1 (up to 200 Mbps) |
| 3.5mm Audio | 1 |
| Triple Display | Windows: extend or mirror. Mac: mirror only. |
| DP 1.4 Required | Triple display and Mac mirror require DP 1.4 on laptop |
| USB Video Output | Not supported. USB ports are data and charging only. |
| Enclosure | Plastic |
| Compatible OS | Windows 7/10, macOS |
| Compatible Devices | MacBook Pro/Air, Dell XPS/Latitude/Precision, Lenovo Yoga, Surface Book/Pro/Laptop, iPad Pro |
| Manufacturer | Selore & S-Global |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Ranking | #3 in Laptop Docking Stations |
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Triple Display: DP 1.4 Required
Windows laptops extend or mirror across three screens — two HDMI and one VGA showing different content simultaneously. Mac displays mirrored content only. M1 and M2 Macs show three identical screens. All triple display modes require the laptop’s USB-C port to support DP 1.4. Without DP 1.4, the display count or resolution will be limited. Check your laptop’s USB-C port specifications before expecting triple display.
10 Gbps USB 3.1 on Both A and C
Three of the USB ports run at 10 Gbps (USB 3.1) — both Type-A and Type-C variants. External SSDs hit full speed on these ports. Two additional USB 2.0 ports at 480 Mbps handle keyboard and mouse. USB ports support data transfer and device charging only — no video output through any USB port. Connect monitors through HDMI and VGA only.
87W from 100W Charger
The PD port accepts 100W from your charger and delivers 87W to the laptop. The hub keeps 13W for its own operations. 87W charges most ultrabooks and MacBook Pros at full or near-full speed. The PD charging port only works with devices that support the PD protocol — non-PD USB-C devices will not charge through this port. No charger is included.
SD/MicroSD at 200 Mbps
Card readers support up to 200 Mbps — faster than the typical 104 Mbps UHS-I speed on most hubs. This suggests UHS-II partial support, which benefits photographers with faster SD cards. A 64GB card transfers in roughly two and a half minutes at sustained 200 Mbps.
Plastic Enclosure
The body is plastic, not aluminum. At the #3 ranking in Laptop Docking Stations, the Selore competes against aluminum-bodied hubs from Anker and Baseus. Plastic runs cooler to the touch but may feel less premium. For a hub that stays on a desk and does not travel often, the enclosure material affects perception more than function.
Drawbacks
| Consideration | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mac: Mirror Only | No independent extend on macOS. M1/M2 show three identical screens. |
| DP 1.4 Required | Triple display needs DP 1.4 on laptop’s USB-C port. |
| USB: No Video | USB ports handle data and charging only. No monitor output. |
| 87W, Not 100W | Hub keeps 13W. High-power laptops charge below full speed. |
| Plastic Body | Not aluminum. Less premium feel than competitors. |
| No Charger Included | Supply your own USB-C PD charger. |
| PD Protocol Required | Non-PD USB-C devices will not charge through PD port. |
Who This Hub Is For
Windows users who need triple display (dual HDMI + VGA), 10 Gbps USB, 87W pass-through, Gigabit Ethernet, 200 Mbps card readers, and audio from a hub with a 2-year warranty: The Selore 14-in-1 ranks #3 in its category for a reason — it covers dual monitors plus a projector or legacy VGA display, fast USB on both A and C, and pass-through charging. Plug and play. DP 1.4 required. 2-year warranty from Selore. For other Selore docks, see the Selore 3 Monitors Docking Station review.
Mac users who need independent extended displays, or buyers who want an aluminum enclosure: Mac mirrors only. Plastic body. For Mac extend or aluminum hubs, see the docking stations hub page.
Final Verdict
The Selore 14-in-1 puts triple display, 10 Gbps USB, 87W pass-through, Gigabit Ethernet, 200 Mbps card readers, and audio into a plastic hub with a 2-year warranty at the #3 ranking in Laptop Docking Stations. The 10 Gbps USB 3.1 on both Type-A and Type-C handles fast storage. The 200 Mbps card readers outpace typical 104 Mbps hubs. 87W charges most laptops at full speed. Triple display on Windows through dual HDMI and VGA covers two modern monitors and a legacy display. Mac mirrors. DP 1.4 required. No charger included. For the Windows user who needs a 14-port hub with fast USB, fast card readers, and a 2-year warranty from a brand that ranks in the top 3 of its category, the Selore delivers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does triple display work on Mac?
Mac shows mirrored content only. M1 and M2 chips display three identical screens. No independent extend on macOS.
Do I need DP 1.4 on my laptop?
Yes. Triple display and Mac mirror modes require the laptop’s USB-C port to support DP 1.4.
Can I output video through the USB ports?
No. USB ports handle data transfer and charging only. Monitors connect through HDMI and VGA.
What makes the card readers faster than other hubs?
200 Mbps compared to the typical 104 Mbps (UHS-I) on competing hubs. Faster cards transfer faster through these readers.
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Docking Station Intelligence
The standards are confusing by design. These three panels decode what manufacturers won’t explain clearly. Applicable to every docking station.
The USB-C Confusion Matrix
The USB-C connector is the single greatest source of buyer confusion in docking stations. The physical plug looks identical whether it carries USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps or Thunderbolt 5 at 120 Gbps — a 250x difference in capability hidden behind the same shape. Manufacturers exploit this by labeling everything "USB-C compatible" without specifying which protocol runs through it. Two docks can look identical on the outside and behave completely differently once you plug them in.
The hierarchy matters because it determines everything: how many monitors your dock can drive, how fast files transfer, whether your laptop charges while docked, and whether you need third-party drivers. Here is the real capability ladder, from slowest to fastest:
The practical takeaway: if your laptop has Thunderbolt 4, buy a Thunderbolt dock. If it only has generic USB-C, verify whether it supports DisplayPort Alt Mode before buying anything with multi-monitor claims. Our buying guide walks through verification steps for every major laptop brand.
Power Delivery: What the Watts Mean
Power Delivery (PD) determines whether your docking station can charge your laptop while you work, or whether you need a separate charger cluttering your desk. The math is simple but rarely explained: your laptop draws a specific wattage under load, and the dock must match or exceed it. If the dock delivers less than your laptop needs, the battery slowly drains even while plugged in — defeating the purpose of a docking station entirely.
Most ultrabooks need 45–65W. Standard business laptops need 65–100W. Gaming and workstation laptops can demand 100–140W or more. The dock’s advertised PD wattage is the maximum it can deliver to your laptop — but this drops if you charge other devices (phones, tablets) through the dock simultaneously. Always leave a 15–20W margin above your laptop’s requirement.
Check your laptop’s original charger wattage — that’s your baseline. Our FAQ covers how to find this for every major brand.
Native Display vs DisplayLink: The Hidden Factor
This is the decision most buyers don’t know they’re making. When a docking station outputs video to your monitors, it uses one of two fundamentally different methods: native (the dock passes your laptop’s GPU signal directly to the monitor) or DisplayLink (the dock compresses video over USB and a software driver renders it). The difference is invisible in marketing materials but profoundly affects your daily experience.
Native output through DisplayPort Alt Mode or Thunderbolt uses your laptop’s actual graphics hardware. There is zero added latency, full DRM support for streaming services, no CPU overhead, and no driver to install. DisplayLink, by contrast, adds 5–15ms of latency (noticeable in video calls and cursor movement), blocks DRM content on connected monitors (Netflix, Disney+ show black screens), consumes 3–8% of your CPU constantly, and requires a driver that Apple’s macOS security updates occasionally break.
DisplayLink exists for one reason: Apple Silicon base chips (M1, M2, M3) can only drive one external display natively. If you need two or more monitors on a base MacBook Air or 13” MacBook Pro, DisplayLink is your only option. For everyone else — Windows users, Mac Pro/Max chip users, Intel/AMD laptops — native is always the better choice.
Native (Alt Mode / Thunderbolt)
DisplayLink (USB compression)
The bottom line: if your laptop supports native multi-display output, always choose a native dock. DisplayLink is a workaround, not an upgrade. See our glossary for detailed definitions.
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Six tools that decode the confusion manufacturers create. Port protocols, power budgets, display configurations, compatibility, desk planning, and future-proofing. Full buying guide →
Port Protocol DecoderWhat does your connection type actually support? Glossary
Power Delivery CalculatorCan this dock keep your laptop charged?
Display Configuration PlannerCan your dock push enough pixels?
Laptop-to-Dock CompatibilityWill this dock work with YOUR laptop?
Desk Setup ArchitectWhat ports do you actually need?
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