StarTech.com USB C to HDMI Adapter - 4K 60Hz Video, HDR10 - USB-C to HDMI 2.0b Adapter Dongle - USB Type-C DP Alt Mode to HDMI Monitor/Display/TV - USB C to HDMI Converter

Product Overview

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For £20 ex-VAT, this StarTech USB‑C to HDMI adapter is a sensible “just works” buy for most office setups. If you’ve got a laptop with DisplayPort Alt Mode and you need a second screen for Teams calls, spreadsheets, or quick presentations, it’ll do the job without drama. StarTech is usually reliable on compatibility, so you’re less likely to get the dreaded “no signal” or flaky refresh rate that you see with cheaper no-name adapters. Also, it’s handy if you move between desk docks and meeting rooms—keeping one small dongle in your bag beats swapping cables every time.

That said, don’t buy it if your laptop doesn’t support DP Alt Mode over USB‑C (some USB‑C ports are charge/data only). And if you’re chasing advanced multi-monitor workflows, frequent sleep/wake switching, or very specific HDR expectations, I’d temper enthusiasm—adapters can only reflect what the laptop and dock already support, and HDR can be inconsistent depending on the chain (Windows version, cable/monitor settings, GPU behaviour). For straightforward single-display use in a typical UK business environment, though, it’s good value and a safer choice than the cheapest alternatives.