StarTech.com 4 Port PCI SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Adapter Card with SATA/SP4 Power, Quad Port PCI USB-A 3.0 (5Gbps) Controller Card, Red, Windows Only , TAA (PCIUSB3S4) vs USB C Hub USB Hub 3.0 for Laptop, Upgrade 8 in 2 USB Splitter with USB-C/4 USB A Port Extender, TF/SD Card Slot, 3.5mm Audio Adapter, USBC USB Dongle for PC/Mac/MacBook/Laptop/iPad/Tablet
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#5 in USB-C Hubs
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StarTech.com 4 Port PCI SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Adapter Card with SATA/SP4 Power, Quad Port PCI USB-A 3.0 (5Gbps) Controller Card, Red, Windows Only , TAA (PCIUSB3S4)
$68.99
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Pros
- +Adds 4 extra usb ports
- +Good for low bandwidth devices (mice, keyboards)
- +Inexpensive ($10)
“Your mobo has an extra USB 2.0 header or two which you can pick up a $10 card for and get 4 extra USB ports to use with low bandwidth devices like mice or keyboards.”
#10 in USB-C Hubs
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USB C Hub USB Hub 3.0 for Laptop, Upgrade 8 in 2 USB Splitter with USB-C/4 USB A Port Extender, TF/SD Card Slot, 3.5mm Audio Adapter, USBC USB Dongle for PC/Mac/MacBook/Laptop/iPad/Tablet
$9.99
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Pros
- +Convenient for plugging stuff in
- +Can switch between devices (ps5/pc)
“I have two usb hubs, I don't see why anyone would be scared of them. One for sim rig stuff to switch between ps5 and pc, the other for pc on my desk to make plugging stuff in convenient.”