StarTech.com StarTech 2-Port USB 10Gbps PCIe Card
Bottom line: The StarTech.com StarTech 2-Port USB 10Gbps PCIe Card is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 2 Port USB 3.1 (10Gbps) Card
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
Upgrade your computer to the faster speed of USB 3.1 Gen 2, by adding one external and one internal 10Gbps USB Type-A ports - This USB 3.1 Gen 2 card prepares you for the next generation of USB performance, on the inside and outside of your computer. The card adds one internal Type-A connector and one external Type-A connector to your desktop computer, with a combined bandwidth of up to 10Gbps. With greater bandwidth, you can save time and avoid the performance bottlenecks that are often associated with other connectivity technologies. With an internal port, you can connect internal devices…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored StarTech.com StarTech 2-Port USB 10Gbps PCIe Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the expansion cards category. StarTech.com's expansion cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for expansion cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Upgrade your computer to the faster speed of USB 3.1 Gen 2 by adding one external and one internal 10Gbps USB Type-A ports
- 2 Port USB 3.1 (10Gbps) Card
- USB-A, 1x External, 1x Internal
- PCIe USB 3.1 Card with Type-A / PCI Express Host Controller
- Easily connect and secure a USB 3.1 device inside your computer case / Transfer files faster / up to 10Gbps
Full Specifications
| Brand | StarTech.com |
|---|---|
| Style | 1x USB-A Ext + 1x USB-A Int |
| Style Name | 1x USB-A Ext + 1x USB-A Int |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | PEXUSB311EI |
| Built-In Media | 1-2-port USB 3.1 (10Gbps) card - 1 ext, 1 int^1-low-profile bracket1-instruction manual |
| Mfr Part Number | PEXUSB311EI |
| Compatible Devices | Devices with USB-A port |
| Hardware Interface | PCIE x 4 |
| Warranty Description | 2 year warranty |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.5"L x 0.7"W x 4.7"H |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00065030863698 |
| Full listing title | StarTech 2-Port USB 10Gbps PCIe Card, PCI Express (PEXUSB311EI) | USB-A 1x External 1x Internal, PCIe USB 3.1 Card with Type-A |
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StarTech 2-Port USB 10Gbps PCIe Card, PCI Express (PEXUSB311EI) | USB-A 1x External 1x Internal, PCIe USB 3.1 Card with Type-A is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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