StarTech.com releases pricey TB4CDOCK Thunderbolt 4 dock for Windows and Mac

Thunderbolt 4 is no longer the future -- it is the present. What does this mean? Well, more and more manufacturers have been releasing TB4 docking stations lately! Make no mistake, Thunderbolt 4-enabled computers should work fine with existing Thunderbolt 3 hardware, including docks. With that said, if you get yourself a TB4 computer, and you don't already have a TB3 dock, you should absolutely try and buy a TB4 dock.

Today, StarTech.com releases an all-news Thunderbolt 4 docking station for Windows and Mac. Called "TB4CDOCK," it is loaded with useful ports that can turn your laptop into a makeshift desktop. As you can imagine, it offers an Ethernet jack and several USB-A ports -- one USB Type-A 2.0 on the front and three USB 3.2 gen 2 ports on the back. It even offers 96W power delivery to keep your laptop charged up when connected.

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This dock has an SD card reader on he front, which both photographers and videographers are sure to appreciate. Surprisingly, there are zero dedicated video ports -- no VGA, HDMI, or DisplayPort. Instead, the three Thunderbolt ports on the rear can be used for video. In other words, you will need dongles (such as this) if your monitor doesn't have USB-C.

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"The docking station uses a single Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3 or standard USB4 port to provide high-performance connectivity options when connected to compatible laptops. The certified Thunderbolt TB4CDOCK is an ideal choice for IT Professionals supporting users who need maximum performance from a cable-based docking station, allowing them to take advantage of single 8K 30Hz,6K 60hz and 5K 60Hz or dual 4K 60Hz displays while also charging their laptops with up to 96W Power Delivery and up to 15W (3A) of downstream power to charge tablets or smartphones," says StarTech.com.

The company's Senior Product Manager, Carey Cline explains, "As the laptop industry continues to shift towards thinner devices with limited connectivity options, StarTech.com ensured that our first Thunderbolt 4 dock checked every box that would be important to an IT Pro when making purchasing decisions for their teams. This dock is one of many Thunderbolt 4 accessories we will be launching in the coming months, delivering on StarTech.com's promise to be the IT Professional’s trusted source for connectivity accessories."

The StarTech.com TB4CDOCK Thunderbolt 4 docking station looks to be a very high-quality product, but it carries a pretty hefty price tag. The dock can be ordered here now for a staggering $439.99. That makes it much more expensive than similar offerings on the market. With that said, StarTech.com products are typically very well made and last a long time, so it may be worth the premium.

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