PHIXERO XE7U 7-Port USB 3.0 Hub

The PHIXERO XE7U USB 3.0 hub adds seven USB ports to a computer through a 15cm lead. Its short cable and plug-and-play claim suit compact desk or travel setups, while the separate USB-C power input is not supplied with an adapter.

At a glance

Expands one computer port into seven USB ports for connecting peripherals.
The 15cm cable keeps the hub close to a computer and is intended for compact setups.
The listing claims up to 5Gbps transfer and compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices.
A USB-C power input is specified for optional external power. The adapter is not included.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$27.99~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Seven ports provide a useful expansion option when a laptop or PC has limited USB connections.
Short cable and compact-body claims may suit tight desk space or packing in a bag.
Plug-and-play and hot-plugging are claimed, with no extra drivers required.

Cons

The short 15cm lead limits how far the hub can be positioned from the computer.
The USB-C power adapter is not included, so external power requires a separately supplied source.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Identity
Brand	PHIXERO
Model	XE7U

Connectivity
USB interface	USB 3.0
USB ports	7
Data transfer rate	5 Gigabits Per Second
Backward compatibility	USB 2.0/1.1 devices

Power and design
USB-C power input	5V/3A
Maximum USB-C power	Max 15W
Cable length	15cm
Enclosure material	Plastic

Compatibility and operation
Compatible devices	Laptops
Operating systems	Windows, Mac OS 10.X+, Linux and Android
Special feature	Plug and Play
OTG support	OTG function (requires mobile phone OTG support)

What to know before buying

The listing describes seven expansion ports but does not specify their connector types or how many support each USB generation. It also gives transfer-rate claims as both up to 5Gbps and theoretical rates for USB 2.0 and 1.1. The USB-C input is stated as 5V/3A and up to Max 15W, and external adapter inclusion is explicitly denied. For mobile use, OTG requires phone support. It recommends backup power for SSDs over 4TB. Confirm connector layout and power needs for the intended devices.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Laptop or PC users who need several USB connections in a compact workspace.
People who prefer a short lead to reduce cable clutter near the computer.
Setups with peripherals that can use optional external power through the hub’s USB-C input.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a long cable to place a hub farther from the computer.
Anyone expecting a power adapter to come in the package.
Users who need confirmed port-by-port connector types or a specified arrangement of USB generations.

PHIXERO XE7U 7-Port USB 3.0 Hub · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 107 ratings

5 stars80%80%
4 stars12%12%
3 stars3%3%
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Customer feedback highlights the availability of ports and general functionality, including a report of using the hub with a 5V USB wall supply for expanding Cerbo GX ports. The aggregate ratings are mostly five-star, but a smaller share are lower, so feedback is not uniformly positive. For buyers needing a simple port expander, these reports are encouraging, though they do not establish performance with every device or resolve the listing’s unspecified port layout and external-power requirements.