Introduction
Hey guys, check out the best companion for Apple MacBook and MacBook Pro. Yes, Pioneer USB-C Multiport Adapter (APS-DKMT01) is the star today. It is a 4 ports in one USB-C adapter, connecting HDMI, VGA, USB-A and Ethernet. Support 4K display via HDMI or full HD via VGA. Perfectly compatible with MacBook, most USB-C types laptops and support Thunderbolt 3 computers. Bus powered with no external power supply required. Sound great? Read this review to know more…
Special Thanks
This review is possible thanks to below companies. Be sure to check them out…
- Pioneer for this Pioneer USB-C Multiport Adapter APS-DKMT01
- MINIX for MINIX NEO N42C-4 Mini PC
- GearBest for ASUS RT-AC86U Wi-Fi Router
Package Content & Design
Pioneer USB-C Multiport Adapter comes in a plain white and simple packaging. There are adapter and user manual (English & Chinese) inside. That’s all.
Build quality is excellent as expected from Pioneer product. Solid and sturdy plastic housing here. Light and portable to ease carry around in your laptop bag.
Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.1 Type A, VGA and HDMI v1.4 ports.
Production information at the back.
Performance Result
Pioneer DKMT01 supports both VGA (up to 2048×1152) and HDMI (up to 3840×2160 @ 30Hz). And it working flawlessly on my MINIX NEO N42C-4 Mini PC and Samsung Galaxy Note8. But do take note that it only allow one video output at the same time. No dual display love here. Support most OS like Windows, Mac and Android for sure. Great for display contents to TV, monitor and even projector for business presentation.
As for USB 3.1 port, above is the benchmark result from CrystalDiskMark. Maximum USB 3.0 transfer rate from Pioneer external SSD. USB-A port can be used to charge your mobile devices too. And below is the Gigabit Ethernet performance based on iPerf3 test with ASUS RT-AC86U Wi-Fi Router. Getting 900Mbit/s which is great for fast file download and upload. Surely faster than wireless connection and speed up the whole file transferring process.
Advantages
- HDMI, VGA, USB-A & Ethernet in 1
- Fast USB 3.1 & Gigabit Ethernet
- Excellent build quality
- Light and portable
Limitations
- None from me
Conclusion
Pioneer APS-DKMT01 is a handy USB-C Multiport Adapter no doubt. Great for both business and home usage. A nice companion for your MacBook (or USB-C type laptop). More information can be found at Pioneer Website. You can buy it at Amazon.
