StarTech.com 4 Port DisplayPort KVM Switch - 4K 60Hz - Single Display - Dual Port UHD DP 1.2 USB KVM Switch with Integrated USB 2.0 Hub & Audio - Dell, HP, Apple, Lenovo - TAA Compliant

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For £350 ex-VAT, this StarTech 4‑port DisplayPort KVM is a pretty sensible buy if you’ve got a small desk with multiple laptops/desktops and you want one keyboard/mouse + one screen without the usual “works until you move the cables” nonsense. StarTech tends to be reliable in day-to-day switching, and the fact it’s built around DisplayPort (with 4K 60Hz support) makes it a good fit for modern Dell/HP/Lenovo docks and also Macs that still need proper display switching rather than flaky cheap KVMs. If you’re doing business work—spreadsheets, CRM, browser apps—this is the kind of KVM that saves you time and reduces chaos.

That said, I’d only buy it if your workflow is clearly single-monitor. It’s not for people running dual displays or expecting miracles with every dock/adapter combination—KVMs live in the real world of firmware and compatibility, and the more exotic the setup, the more you’ll want to validate first (especially with USB peripherals). Also, if you rarely switch machines, the price starts to feel steep versus simpler USB/HDMI switching options. But for someone who actively swaps between up to four DisplayPort computers and values stable switching and an integrated USB hub for peripherals, it’s a solid, “buy once, don’t think about it” kind of tool.