Targus HyperDrive Wired USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C White

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

The Targus HyperDrive wired USB-C dock is the kind of no-drama add-on that works best when you don’t need a “desk ecosystem” and just want a couple of essentials to stay connected. At ~£39 ex-VAT, it’s fairly priced for basic connectivity—good for office days, hot-desking, and anyone juggling laptops that don’t have enough ports. It’s also a decent choice if you prefer something straightforward (and typically more reliable) than wireless adapters, because you’re not relying on flaky dongles or hubs with questionable power delivery.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it expecting “dock-like” performance in the full sense. If you need lots of expansion, multiple high-resolution displays, or you’re trying to power a demanding workstation setup, this won’t feel like the best value—£40 is usually the territory where limitations start to matter. Also, since it’s a *wired* dock, it’s great for a semi-permanent setup at home/office, but less ideal if you’re constantly swapping between locations and want something super compact to carry.

**Who it suits:** office staff, admin roles, and sales/ops teams who need quick port access on a USB-C laptop without spending big. **Who should skip:** power users, developers, or anyone with multi-display/charging expectations beyond “basic.” If you tell me your laptop model and what you’re trying to connect (monitors + peripherals), I can sanity-check whether this will actually fit your use.