In order to simplify connecting my chromebook to my tv, I wanted a small dock. As Best Buy has been running sales on the ASUS ROG Charger Dock for $30, I decided to snag it.
Pros
- Price when on sale
- Size (about the size of a deck of cards cut in half, but twice as thick)
- 65 Watt charging capability
- Ports:
- USB-C to laptop
- USB-A
- HDMI
- Comes with a braided USB-C cable
- Charges chromebook and outputs to tv with a single laptop connection
Cons
- Limited ports (no ethernet or downstream USB-C)
- HDMI 2.0 limits output to 4K 60Hz
Other Thoughts
- USB-C cord was packaged with sharp bends that may lead to longevity issues
Firmware
Mine came with firmware B41 and I updated it to B59 (version 1.4.1)
Appendix
Links:
- Product: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus-rog-65w-charger-dock-supports-hdmi-2-0-with-usb-type-a-and-usb-type-c-for-rog-ally-black/6542054.p?skuId=6542054
- Firmware: https://rog.asus.com/us/power-protection-gadgets/chargers-and-adapters/rog-gaming-charger-dock/helpdesk_bios/
