StarTech.com USB C Audio & Charge Adapter - USB-C Audio Adapter w/ 3.5mm TRRS Headphone/Headset Jack and 60W USB Type-C Power Delivery Pass-through Charger - For USB-C Phone/Tablet/Laptop

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

At £18.78 ex‑VAT, this is the sort of “just solve the problem” adapter you buy when you *already* have a USB‑C device with audio and power pass-through, and you don’t want to carry a full dock. The real-world win is convenience: you can plug your 3.5mm headset into a proper TRRS jack and still charge from the same adapter. If you run calls all day on a laptop/tablet/phone and hate hunting for Bluetooth pairing, it’s genuinely useful.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you need more than basic audio. These USB‑C audio adapters can be fussy with mic/headset detection depending on the device/OS, and they won’t replace a higher-quality USB audio interface. Also, “60W pass-through” is fine for most everyday charging needs, but if you’re trying to power a heavier laptop setup, you’ll want to confirm your device’s charger requirements match what you’re expecting to draw through the adapter.

Who should buy: people with mainstream USB‑C Windows laptops (and lots of headset/headphone users) who want one pocketable solution for audio + charging on the move. Who shouldn’t: anyone expecting studio-grade audio, multi-port docking, or guaranteed headset mic compatibility across every device and OS—this is a simple adapter, not a full docking station.