UGREEN USB-C to 2.5GbE Ethernet Adapter, Model UG-USBC-25052

Model: UGREEN USB-C Ethernet Adapter (UG-USBC-25052) adds a wired Ethernet connection to compatible USB-C devices, with a listed transfer rate of 2.5 Gigabits Per Second. It is a compact, single-purpose adapter rather than a multiport hub, and actual speed depends on the connected network and device.

At a glance

USB-C to RJ45 wired networking for devices without a network port or with a damaged one, as described by the listing.
The stated 2.5Gbps Ethernet rate is backward compatible with 1000/100/10Mbps Ethernet.
The manufacturer says no driver is required on Windows 11 and macOS. It specifies manual driver installation for Windows 7/8.x/10.
Aluminium housing and compact dimensions suit carrying alongside a laptop. The manufacturer describes the housing as supporting heat dissipation.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£19.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The claimed 2.5Gbps link rate supports faster wired networking than a standard gigabit connection when the rest of the network also supports it.
The USB-C connector and listed desktop, laptop, smartphone and tablet compatibility cover several device types, subject to port and OS compatibility.
Driver-free setup is claimed for Windows 11 and macOS.

Cons

Single-purpose adapter provides Ethernet only. No additional hub ports are listed.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Identity
Brand	UGREEN
Model	UG-USBC-25052

Connection and networking
Hardware interface	USB 3.0 Type C
Data link protocol	Ethernet
Listed data transfer rate	2.5 Gigabits Per Second
Compatible devices	Desktop, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	6.2L x 2.6W x 1.6H centimetres
Weight listed	33.5 Grams
Colour	silver

Software compatibility
Compatible operating system family	Windows
Minimum required operating system version	Windows 11

What to know before buying

The 2.5Gbps figure is the adapter's stated Ethernet rate, not a guarantee of internet throughput. The USB bus is specified as up to 5Gbps, and network equipment and service must support the relevant speeds.
The listing names Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS and HarmonyOS devices with USB-C ports, but the product-details fields separately specify Windows 11 as the minimum required OS. Confirm support for the particular device and OS, especially phones and tablets.

What’s in the box

Included

Ethernet adapter

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Laptop or desktop users who need USB-C wired Ethernet, including devices without a built-in network port.
Buyers with a 2.5GbE-capable wired network who want to connect through a USB-C port.
People seeking a compact Ethernet adapter for compatible USB-C phones or tablets, after checking device support.

Less suited to

Anyone needing a multiport hub, since the listing describes an Ethernet adapter and lists no other ports.
Buyers who require a USB-A connector or confirmed compatibility with a specific device not named in the listing.

UGREEN USB-C to 2.5GbE Ethernet Adapter, Model UG-USBC-25052 · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 3,671 ratings

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Customer feedback describes reliable operation, speed, build quality and plug-and-play use, including use with a MacBook Air M2. The feedback also reports mixed connectivity, with some users experiencing disconnections, and differing impressions of heat. For buyers, those reports make it sensible to treat the stated 2.5Gbps capability as a specification rather than a guarantee of stable performance on every setup. Overall ratings are mostly positive, but do not establish compatibility or diagnose individual issues.

Positive themes

Customer feedback highlights reliability, speed, build quality and plug-and-play operation.

Mixed feedback

Connectivity feedback is mixed, with reports of both reliable connections and disconnections.
Heat impressions are mixed.

Frequently asked questions

What speed does this UGREEN adapter support?

The listing gives a data transfer rate of 2.5 Gigabits Per Second and says Ethernet is backward compatible with 1000/100/10Mbps. Real throughput also depends on the host, network equipment and service.

Does it work without installing a driver?

The manufacturer says no driver is required for Windows 11 and macOS. It specifies manual driver installation for Windows 7/8.x/10.

Will it work with any USB-C phone or tablet?

The listing names smartphones and tablets, and mentions iOS, iPadOS and HarmonyOS devices with USB-C ports, but it does not establish universal compatibility. Check the exact device and operating system before buying.