If you are going to use a laptop stand, why not use one like the Benfei Stand with USB-C 6-in-1 Docking Station (Model: 000398grey)?
- Price: S$64.30, get it at Amazon
- Ports: 1 x Gigabit Ethernet, 2 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x HDMI 4K, 1 x USB-C 3.2, 1 x USB-C 100W PD
- Weight: 1.2kg
| PROS | CONS |
| Affordable | Does not swivel |
| Sleek minimalist design | Stiff hinge |
| Sturdy built | |
| Offers an array of extra ports | |
| Built-in USB-C cable |
Compared to the previous Benfei laptop stand I reviewed, this laptop stand takes up less table top space. It does so by having USB hub with all the ports on both sides of its support arm.
On the right side of the support arm, you will find the built-in USB-C cable (to be connected to your laptop) and a Gigabit Ethernet port. On the other side, there are two USB-A ports, one USB-C port and one USB-C 100W power delivery (PD) port.
The laptop stand comes with a built-in cable that connects to your laptop. So you never have to worry about losing this cable. To use the laptop stand with your monitor and laptop, first connect your monitor to the stand via a HDMI cable, plug a charging cable to its PD port, then all you need to do is to place your laptop on the platform and plug in the built-in USB-C cable. And you are ready to rock. I also managed to plug my keyboard to the USB-A port to complete the setup.
Not to mention, the laptop stand looks great in terms of design. The triangular holes on the platform offers both ventilation and good looks. Its sleek, minimalist aluminium build blends nicely into any modern workspace and sits well with my MacBook Pro as well as other premium laptops. From the base to support arm, it also feels very sturdy, easily supporting my laptop without any wobble.
On the downside, the stand does not swivel. This limits flexibility if you like adjusting your screen angle or sharing your display with someone next to you. Also, while the stand is sturdy, the stiff hinge makes height and tilt adjustments harder than expected. Once you find the right position it stays put (which is good), but getting it there takes more effort than it should.
But for only S$64.30 (usually less with discounts), I doubt you can complain that much. Some USB-C hubs cost more than that and you don’t even get a laptop stand.
VERDICT: If you are looking for a budget‑friendly, well-built laptop stand with docking capabilities, this laptop stand is a great option. It is ideal for anyone who values a clean setup, extra ports, and solid construction, especially if you are the kind that rarely repositioning your laptop.