Purbhe’s Nintendo Switch 1/2 and Steam Deck Docking Station lets you play your handheld games on the big screen without carrying an official docking station that takes up space. The small, pocket-sized adapter includes an HDMI 2.0 output port, a USB 3.0 input and output port, and a single USB-C input for power. The adapter can also output video up to 4K at 60Hz with the Nintendo Switch 2, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally, while the original Switch and Switch OLED support up to 1080p at 60Hz via the docking station.
Grab the Purbhe Nintendo Switch 1/2 and Steam Deck Docking Station on Amazon for $13, down from its list price of $15. That knocks $2 off, a 13% discount.
A pocket-sized handheld dock with HDMI, USB 3.0, and pass-through charging
Purbhe’s dock was built for people who like to travel, have multiple televisions in the same household, or need a secondary docking station for their handhelds. It includes an HDMI 2.0 output port to connect your handheld to a television, monitor, or projector; a single USB 3.0 input and output port that can reach speeds up to 5Gbps; and a single USB-C Power Delivery (PD) charging input. The dock is lightweight and is compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch OLED, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally. It also works with mobile devices that support Samsung DeX and newer USB-C iPad Pro models.
The HDMI 2.0 port connects your handheld to a television, monitor, or projector. The Switch 2 and Steam Deck can output video up to 4K at 60Hz for crystal-clear, smooth graphics. The original Switch and Switch OLED output video up to 1080p at 60Hz, and most televisions display this resolution clearly.
You can also charge your handheld while playing in TV mode via the USB-C power input. To achieve 4K at 60Hz on the Switch 2, Purbhe recommends a charger that provides 20V/3A, while the original Switch works with its standard charger, which supplies 15V/2.6A. Neither HDMI cables nor chargers come with the dock, so you should use the items you currently have available.
The USB 3.0 port offers data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps, so you can connect a wired controller, keyboard, or other accessory via USB. This lets you easily set up local multiplayer sessions with friends and family or connect additional accessories to your Steam Deck.
Setting up this dock is simple, since there are no software drivers to install. Simply connect the dock to your television via HDMI, plug in your charger, then connect your handheld unit to the dock’s USB-C connector. Because of its compact size, you can easily carry this dock in a backpack or suitcase, so you can play on hotel TVs, at a friend’s place, or even in a second room at home. It’s a good option for keeping your official dock stationary while still taking your games on the go.
The Purbhe Nintendo Switch 1/2 and Steam Deck Docking Station brings together three key features of a docking station: 4K video capabilities, pass-through charging, and broad compatibility, within a portable and budget-friendly solution. It’s an ideal accessory for both travel and multi-room gaming.
