Baseus Metal Gleam 8 -in-1 Hub (model CAHUB-CV0G) is a USB-C docking station with 100W Power Delivery, 4K HDMI output at 30Hz, three USB 3.0 ports rated 5Gbps, Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet, plus dual SD and microSD card readers, priced at KSh 7,500 and now in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The hub uses a sandblasted and anodized aluminum alloy housing, ships in grey, and connects to any USB-C host through a short captive cable. Walk-in customers can plug the Baseus Metal Gleam 8 -in-1 Hub into our display MacBook or Windows laptop and verify all eight ports before purchase.
This Baseus Metal Gleam 8 -in-1 Hub is built for Kenya's hybrid workers, photographers, video editors, accountants juggling external drives, and remote consultants who need wired Ethernet during Nairobi's frequent Wi-Fi congestion. Owners of MacBook Air, MacBook Pro M1/M2/M3/M4, Microsoft Surface Pro, Dell XPS, HP EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon, and iPad Pro typically deal with two or three USB-C ports total. Plugging in a projector at a Westlands client meeting, transferring SD card footage from a wedding shoot in Naivasha, or connecting a wired Safaricom Home Fibre line for a Zoom call all become a single-cable operation through this hub.
Unlike traditional electronics retailers in Kenya stocking unbranded clone hubs that fail within weeks, Mascom International stocks the genuine Baseus Metal Gleam 8 -in-1 Hub with verified 100W passthrough charging and tested Gigabit throughput. Customers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest USB-C accessory specifications because clone hubs frequently misreport HDMI resolution, throttle USB 3.0 to 2.0 speeds, or fail to deliver rated wattage to the host laptop. Visit our Kimathi Street store to test the Baseus Metal Gleam 8 -in-1 Hub on your own device, or order through countrywide pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties.
Common Questions About the Baseus Metal Gleam 8
What can the Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub actually connect at the same time?
The Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub connects up to eight devices simultaneously through one USB-C port on your laptop. You get a 4K HDMI display output, three USB 3.0 ports for keyboards, mice, external SSDs, or printers, one downstream USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 data port, dual SD and microSD card slots reading at 60MB/s each, a Gigabit Ethernet jack, and a USB-C Power Delivery input that charges your laptop while everything else stays connected. All ports operate concurrently without manual switching.
Does the Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub work with M1, M2, M3, and M4 MacBooks?
Yes. The Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub is plug-and-play compatible with MacBook Pro 2016 through current M-series models, MacBook Air 2018 through current M-series models, iPad Pro and iPad Air with USB-C, plus Windows USB-C laptops including Dell XPS, HP EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad, and Microsoft Surface Pro. No driver installation is required on macOS Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma, Sequoia, Windows 10, Windows 11, ChromeOS, or compatible Android tablets and phones with USB-C OTG support.
How much power does the 100W PD port actually deliver to the laptop?
The Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub accepts 100W input from your USB-C charger and passes up to 85W through to a connected laptop, with the remaining 15W reserved for hub circuitry and powering connected peripherals. This wattage runs a 14-inch MacBook Pro, 13-inch MacBook Air M2, Dell XPS 13, and HP EliteBook 840 G10 at full speed during heavy workloads. For 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max users running sustained CPU-intensive video exports, charging speed will be slightly reduced under full load but battery still maintains positive net charge.
Will the 4K HDMI output drive my external monitor at 60Hz?
The HDMI port outputs 4K resolution capped at 30Hz, suitable for productivity work, presentations, video playback, photo editing, and document review on Dell, HP, LG, and Samsung 4K monitors. For 4K at 60Hz gaming or smooth video editing scrubbing, this hub is not the correct choice Kenya buyers needing 60Hz refresh at 4K should look at hubs using DisplayLink chips or dedicated USB-C to DisplayPort 1.4 adapters, which Mascom International also stocks. At 1080p and 1440p resolutions, the HDMI output handles 60Hz without issue.
How fast does the Gigabit Ethernet port really transfer data?
The RJ45 port on the Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub supports 1000Mbps (1Gbps) wired connection, with backward compatibility for 100Mbps and 10Mbps networks. On a Safaricom Home Fibre 250Mbps or 500Mbps plan, this Ethernet jack saturates the line completely, eliminating Wi-Fi packet loss during video calls, large file uploads to Google Drive or Dropbox, and online gaming sessions. Real-world tested throughput typically reaches 940Mbps in iperf3 measurements close to the theoretical 1Gbps ceiling after Ethernet protocol overhead.
Can I read both SD and microSD cards at the same time?
Yes. TheBaseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub reads SD and microSD cards concurrently, unlike most cheaper hubs that disable one slot when the other is in use. Photographers offloading Canon EOS R5 SD cards while simultaneously copying drone footage from a DJI Mini 4 Pro microSD card save substantial time. Both slots transfer at up to 60MB/s, which moves a 32GB card of 4K wedding footage in under nine minutes through the same operation.
Does the hub get hot during heavy use?
The aluminum alloy housing on the Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub acts as a passive heat sink, distributing warmth from the internal controller chips across the entire body. During simultaneous 4K video output, Gigabit file transfer, 100W passthrough charging, and SD card reading, the hub runs warm to the touch but not uncomfortably hot. The metal construction handles Kenya's coastal humidity and inland dust better than the plastic competitor hubs Mascom International has tested, with no thermal throttling observed during extended sessions.
What's in the box and what does Mascom International include with the Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub?
Each Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub from Mascom International ships with the hub itself in grey aluminum finish, a quick-start user manual, and warranty documentation. The captive USB-C connector cable is permanently attached to the hub body no separate cable required. We also provide buying guidance on whether this hub matches your specific laptop model, because some Kenya-bound MacBook Air M2 buyers are better served by a 65W-tier hub at lower cost.
Technical specifications
Display Output and Video Capabilities
The HDMI 1.4 port delivers 4K Ultra HD output at 3840x2160 resolution with 30Hz refresh rate, supporting standard mirroring and extended desktop modes across Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS. At lower resolutions, the port outputs 2560x1440 at 60Hz and 1920x1080 at 60Hz, which covers most projector and monitor scenarios in Kenyan offices and classrooms. HDCP 2.2 content protection passes through correctly for Netflix, Showmax, and DStv Now streaming on connected external displays. The unit handles continuous video output during 8-hour conference sessions without disconnection or signal drift, and audio passes through HDMI to monitor speakers or AV receivers.
USB Data Ports and Transfer Speeds
Three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports each provide 5Gbps theoretical bandwidth, sufficient to transfer a 25GB Full HD movie file in roughly 50 seconds when paired with a fast external SSD. The downstream USB-C port matches the same 5Gbps Gen 1 standard for data, working with portable SSDs from Samsung T7, SanDisk Extreme, and Crucial X8 lines. All four data ports support simultaneous high-speed transfers when connected to a host laptop with adequate USB-C bandwidth, making this hub suitable for backup workflows where multiple drives copy in parallel during scheduled overnight sessions.
Power Delivery and Charging Architecture
The dedicated USB-C PD input port accepts up to 100W from a USB-C wall charger, passing through up to 85W to the host laptop while the hub manages internal power distribution to connected accessories. BC1.2 fast charge protocol on the data USB-C port outputs 5V/1.5A for charging phones and tablets at modest speeds. Pass-through charging activates automatically when a PD source connects, and the hub does not draw bus power from the host laptop in this mode, preserving battery life on MacBook Air and ultrabook configurations during long workdays.
Network Connectivity and Memory Card Reading
The integrated 1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet controller supports 10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, and full-duplex operation through the RJ45 jack useful for Kenyan businesses running fixed-line Zuku, Safaricom Home Fibre, or Faiba 4G connections that benefit from wired stability. SD UHS-I cards read and write at up to 60MB/s, microSD cards match the same throughput, and both slots operate independently without speed degradation. The card reader supports SDXC up to 2TB capacity, covering current Sony, SanDisk Extreme Pro, and Lexar Professional cards used by Kenya's wedding photographers and content creators.
Build Quality and Physical Design
The hub measures approximately 12cm long with a captive USB-C cable extending around 14cm, weighing under 100 grams for portability between home, office, and travel kits. The sanding-and-anodizing surface treatment resists fingerprints, scratches, and the orange-tinted dust common during Nairobi's dry seasons. An LED indicator light glows ice blue when active, providing visual confirmation of working status without producing distracting brightness during late-night work sessions in dim hotel rooms or shared coworking spaces in Kilimani and Westlands.
Inclusions and Compatibility Reference
The Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub package contains the hub unit (grey aluminum), printed quick-start guide, and warranty card. Verified compatibility extends to MacBook Pro 2016 through current models, MacBook Air 2018 through current models, iPad Pro 11-inch and 12.9-inch with USB-C, iPad Air 4th generation onward, Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and later, Dell XPS 13 9300 and later, HP EliteBook 800/1000 series with USB-C, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 7 and later, Steam Deck handheld console, and Android tablets and phones supporting DisplayPort Alt Mode over USB-C OTG.
Package Contents
- Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub (grey aluminum alloy, model CAHUB-CV0G)
- Captive USB-C cable (permanently attached, approximately 14cm)
- Quick-start user manual
- Warranty documentation card
Mascom International also stocks compatible 100W USB-C PD chargers separately for buyers who need to complete their docking setup, plus tested Cat 6 Ethernet patch cables, HDMI 4K cables, and SanDisk Extreme Pro SD/microSD cards.
Warranty
The Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects covering port failure, internal controller faults, and power delivery malfunctions under normal use. Walk-in service is handled directly at our Nairobi CBD store within typical 1 to 3 business day turnaround.
Where to Buy the Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub in Kenya
The Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Walk into our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub on your own laptop before purchase. Available color: Grey aluminum.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery you only pay when the hub reaches you. Major cities including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret receive next-business-day delivery. Remote locations including Lodwar, Wajir, Mandera, and Marsabit receive delivery within 2 to 3 business days. You inspect the hub, test it on your laptop if you wish, and pay only when satisfied with the unit.
The Baseus Metal Gleam 8-in-1 Hub carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects.
Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles after-sales support directly. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate USB-C accessory specifications, current Kenyan market pricing, and direct warranty support on every docking station, hub, and adapter we stock.
