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Brand | Anker |
Color | Gray |
Hardware Interface | USB Type C |
Compatible Devices | Laptop |
Total USB Ports | 4 |
Product Dimensions | 4.9"L x 2.8"W x 0.9"H |
Number of Ports | 5 |
Item Weight | 5.9 Ounces |
Wattage | 100 watts |
About this item
- Compatibility Information: Works with Windows 10 laptops equipped with a Thunderbolt 4 port (Intel Evo Platform), and MacBooks running macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later.
- Huge Expansion: Equipped with an 85W Thunderbolt 4 upstream port (connects to your laptop), 3 Thunderbolt 4 downstream ports, and 1 USB-A port.
- Charge and Transfer at High Speed: Connect your USB-C laptop to the Thunderbolt 4 upstream port to get a powerful charge up to 85W, or connect mobile devices to the 3 other Thunderbolt 4 ports to get a 15W charge. The 3 Thunderbolt 4 downstream ports also support data transfer speeds of up to 40 Gbps—enough to transfer a 20GB file in just over 10 seconds.
- Media Display: The Thunderbolt 4 downstream port supports media display to a single monitor in up to 8K@30Hz, or to dual monitors in up to 4K@60Hz.
- What You Get: PowerExpand 5-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Mini Dock, 100W power adapter, 3.9 ft power cord, 2.3 ft Thunderbolt 4 cable, welcome guide, 18-month warranty, and friendly customer service.
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Product Description
Model Number: A8398
PowerExpand 5-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Mini Dock
The Powerful and Compact Mini Dock
What’s in The Box:
PowerExpand 5-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Dock, 100W Power Adapter, 3.9 ft power cord, Thunderbolt 4 Cable (2.3 ft), Welcome Guide.
Dimensions and Weight
Docking Station
Length: 124 mm / 4.9 in, Width: 72 mm / 2.8 in, Height: 24 mm / 0.9 in, Weight: 170 g / 6.0 oz
Power Adapter
Length: 155.5 mm / 6.1 in, Width: 62.5 mm / 2.5 in, Height: 36.5 mm / 1.4 in, Weight: 485 g / 17.1 oz
Compatibility Information
Works with Windows 10 laptops equipped with a Thunderbolt 4 port(Intel Evo Platform), and MacBooks running macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later.
Note:
Doesn’t support M1 MacBooks
Connectivity Meets Compact
PowerExpand takes up hardly any space on your desk but gives you everything you need to power up your laptop, connect multiple monitors, charge your phone, and transfer data at eye-watering speeds.
Fast-Charging to Multiple Devices
The 85W max Thunderbolt 4 upstream port provides enough power to fully charge a MacBook Pro 15″ in less than 2 hours, while 3 15W Thunderbolt 4 downstream ports can power up your mobile devices.
Increase Your Display Options
Stop wasting time switching back and forth between programs or documents—extend your display across multiple monitors via any two of the Thunderbolt 4 downstream ports for an easier and more productive experience.
Transfer Files at High-Speed
Transfer movies, photos, and music at speeds of up to 40 Gbps via the 3 Thunderbolt 4 downstream ports, or up to 10 Gbps via the USB-A data port.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Will this dock work with any laptop? How do I make sure my laptop works with this dock? What kind of cable should I use to connect the dock to my laptop?
A1: This dock works with Windows 10 laptops equipped with Thunderbolt 4, and MacBooks running macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later. It doesn’t work with Linux or Chrome OS laptops, Thunderbolt 3 Windows laptops, or M1 MacBooks. It’s recommended that you use the included Thunderbolt 4 cable. If you need to use a different cable (due to loss etc.), then another Thunderbolt 4 cable would also be compatible.
Q2: I have a Windows 10 laptop with Thunderbolt 3 ports, will it work with this dock?
A2: For Windows 10 laptops with Thunderbolt 3 ports, we’d recommend a Thunderbolt 3 dock.
Q3: I have a laptop with two Thunderbolt 4 ports, but I have 2 external displays that only have HDMI inputs. How do I use them with this dock?
A3: You can use either a USB-C to HDMI cable or a USB-C to HDMI adapter to connect the dock to your external displays.
Q4: How many external displays can this dock support and what are the maximum resolutions?
A4: This dock supports connection to two external monitors via the USB-C Thunderbolt 4 downstream ports.
Below are the maximum resolutions:
1) Single monitor: Windows - 8K (7680 x 4320 @ 30Hz); macOS - 5K (5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz)
2) Dual monitor: 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz)
Q5: Why does the dock feel warm?
A5: When charging or transferring data at high speed, the dock’s temperature may increase. This heat is dissipated through the aluminum exterior, so it may feel warm to the touch. Don't worry, this is within the normal limits of the dock’s operation.
Q6: The charging output of the dock is listed as 85W, which is lower than my MacBook charger’s output. Will the dock still be able to power my MacBook?
A6: This dock supports up to 85W of charging via the Thunderbolt 4 upstream port (indicated by a computer icon). Power is dynamically distributed between this port and other power ports depending on the power requirements of connected devices. Therefore, sometimes the charging speed will be slower than the original laptop charger.
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Power Input | DC-IN (20V/5A) | DC-IN (120W) | AC-IN | DC-IN (20V/9A) | DC-IN (20V/6.5A) | DC-IN (100W) |
Charging for Laptop | Max 85W | Max 90W | 36~45W | 85W | 85W | 60W |
Charging for Phone | 15W | 20W | 18W (Power Delivery) / 15W (Thunderbolt 3) | 18W (Power Delivery) | 20W | |
Data Transfer Speed | Up to 40Gbps | Up to 40Gbps | 10Gbps | Up to 40Gbps | 10Gbps | 5Gbps |
Maximum Resolution | 8K@30Hz | 8K@30Hz | 4K@60Hz | 5K@60Hz | 4K@60Hz | 4K@60Hz |
Gigabit Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Audio In & Out | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
SD / TF Slots | SD Slot | ✓ | SD Slot | ✓ | ||
Dimensions and Weight | 4.9 * 2.8 * 0.9 in / 8.8 oz | 7.3 x 2.9 x 1.3 in / 16.5 oz | 4.3 * 3.5 * 1.2 in / 7.9 oz | 4.9 * 3.5 * 1.6 in / 17.3 oz | 4.9 * 3.5 * 1.6 in / 13.1 oz | 5.7 * 2.5 * 1.0 in / 6.64 oz |
What's Included | 100W power adapter, 3.9 ft power cord, 2.3 ft Thunderbolt 4 cable | 120W power adapter, 3.9 ft power cord, 2.3 ft Thunderbolt 4 cable, QSG | AC power cord, 2.3ft Thunderbolt 3 cable, Manual | 180W power adapter, 3.9 ft power cord, 2.3ft Thunderbolt 3 cable, Manual | 135W power adapter, 3.9 ft power cord, 3ft USB-C to USB-C cable, Manual | 100W power adapter, 3.9 ft power cord, 3.3 ft USB 3.1 Gen 2 USB-C to C cable, Manual, QSG |
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Quality of material | 4.8 | — | 3.7 | 4.6 | — | — |
Value for money | 4.2 | — | 4.0 | 4.1 | — | — |
Camera quality | 3.7 | — | 3.8 | 3.7 | — | — |
Tech Support | 3.6 | — | 3.6 | 3.8 | — | — |
Sleep mode | 2.6 | — | 3.5 | 3.6 | — | — |
Sold By | AnkerDirect | Edimax Computer | OWC (Other World Computing) | CalDigit, Inc. | WAVLINK Direct | UtechSmart |
hardware interface | usb c | thunderbolt | thunderbolt 4, usb, usb c, usb3.0, usb2.0, ethernet | usb, thunderbolt, displayport | usb3.0, ethernet, thunderbolt | thunderbolt 4 |
number of ports | 5 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
number of usb ports | 4 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 1 |
compatible devices | Laptop | MacBook Pro | Laptop/Personal Computer, Tablets, Chromebooks | MacBook Pro | MacBook Pro | MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Dell, HP, Lenovo |
wattage | 100 watts | 85 watts | — | 85 watts | 85 watts | 60 watts |
weight | 5.9 ounces | 165 grams | 0.88 pounds | 1.32 pounds | — | 9.23 ounces |
Product information
Product Dimensions | 4.88 x 2.83 x 0.94 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.9 ounces |
ASIN | B08RYZJY8M |
Item model number | A8398 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #69,775 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #652 in Laptop Docking Stations |
Date First Available | January 4, 2021 |
Manufacturer | Anker |
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Customers like the quality of the docking station, mentioning it has a nice heft to it. They also like the size, performance, and speed. However, some customers have reported connectivity issues with the dock. Opinions are mixed on display, temperature, and power.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the dock. They mention that it works flawlessly, charges at 80W, and the Ethernet works. It's great to connect multiple devices and monitors, and it works perfectly when switching between two computers. It is perfect for that purpose and outperforms and resolves all the issues encountered with their old Dell WD19TBS. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...I strongly recommend this product! It meets 100% of my needs and I haven't had any problems. If I do, then I will update this posting!" Read more
"...I am extremely happy with the performance of this...." Read more
"...In any case, the installation was very straightforward and it has performed flawlessly since then -- literally not a single issue working with my..." Read more
"This hub/dock works great when it does work...." Read more
Customers like the size of the docking station. They mention it's very small and fits on their cramped desk. It packs a punch with a small footprint, and is an excellent addition for portability. Some say it'd be perfect for a Mac mini and even Mac Studio. However, some customers feel the power is limited and expensive.
"...The unit is SOLID. It has a nice heft to it and a small compact form factor and profile...." Read more
"...I love that the Anker is so compact, and the port layout, while not ideal for my situation, is still outstanding...." Read more
"...Keeps my MBPro charged and running and doesn't take up much desk space. Transfer rates to the Thunderbolt NMVe disk are terrific...." Read more
"...hate the design, and the power supply (un-advertised) is much larger than the actual dock...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the docking station. They mention that it is a great, solid product that meets 100% of their needs. The connectors seem robust and the dock is very reliable. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The power adapter and block that comes with the unit are heavy-duty (almost feels like overkill, but a testament to power delivery)...." Read more
"...to me which leads me to believe it's going to be more reliable and durable than cheaper alternatives...." Read more
"...This little guy is solidly constructed and has some heft, and the design language of the product is quite appealing, and the manufacturing quality..." Read more
"...Pro while also adding a legacy USB-A port, this is a superb, well-built product. I was surprised at how few devices like this one exist...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the speed of the docking station. They mention that it is fast, powerful, and has multiple USB-C / Thunderbolt ports. They also appreciate the fast charging speed and the ability to transfer files quickly. Customers also mention that there is no noticeable speed or power drop compared to the laptop's built-in. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and recommend it to others.
"...I experience no noticeable speed or power drop compared with the laptop's built-in Thunderbolt 4 / USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, and I get a fast-enough..." Read more
"...Transfer rates to the Thunderbolt NMVe disk are terrific. Very pleased with this. Pleased enough to buy a second for my wife's computer." Read more
"...I am happy to say that the performance of the VM is actually better using the TB4 dock than it was previously with the USB-C dock and a single 1080p..." Read more
"...It doesn't heat up, file transfer is quick and it's small enough to be placed anywhereone con for me is the power supply adopter...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the power of the docking station. Some mention that it provides power and data for their iPad and external monitor without issues, while others say that it turns off and eventually has no power at all.
"...No big deal.I have consistent power delivery and no "flicker" on my monitor with my USB-C to HDMI connection...." Read more
"...The dock itself really needs some more weight, or even better, an anchor system so it can sit either horizontal or vertical on your desk without..." Read more
"...- Macbook Pro 16" 2019 Intel-based - It works flawlessly, charges at 80W and both monitors work fine via Thunderbolt port. - Macbook Air 13"..." Read more
"...Both the hub and the brick are quite heavy and not exactly that portable when combined - I am using this setup stationary so its fine for me...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature of the docking station. Some mention that it stays quite cool, while others say that it gets very hot over time. The dock is compact and well built with good materials that dissipate heat. However, some customers say that the dock does get pretty warm.
"...the unit will get warm so, it's best to keep it elevated...." Read more
"...It doesn't heat up, file transfer is quick and it's small enough to be placed anywhereone con for me is the power supply adopter...." Read more
"...It just drops. The device ends up being relatively hot but it also does it when it's cool...." Read more
"...I don’t have any problems with it heating it stays quite cool. I don’t use it to charge a laptop...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the display of the docking station. Some mention that it runs several HD displays flawlessly, while others say that it did not run their 4K display at 60Hz. Some also mention that one of the displays randomly stopped being recognized by the dock, resulting in no video output on any monitor.
"...connect it after the laptop is turned on or else I get no video output on any monitor or the laptop itself...." Read more
"...Everything works flawlessly and I'm extremely happy with the displays - no cursor trails or lagginess at 60hz...." Read more
"...doesn't get signal. - Nintendo Switch - It charges but no video signal...." Read more
"...-C cable that is not meant for video output at first and no monitors would receive video.My Setup:..." Read more
Customers have issues with the connectivity of the docking station. They say that it disconnects so frequently that it's not even usable. They also mention that the ports constantly disconnect, and the EGPU disconnects. The connection lags occasionally, and one monitor would not connect on startup. That said, not all three Thunderbolt ports behave the same with some devices.
"...Sadly, there are times when it just disconnects from the laptop I have and it's not even something that raises an error. It just drops...." Read more
"...exactly 3 months as I write this review and the dock currently will not connect to my laptop at all." Read more
"...Often times, one monitor would not connect on startup, it would fail to register either or, and I was never able to successfully "Eject eGPU" safely...." Read more
"My dock ran particularly hot to the touch and peripherals would occassionally disconnect...." Read more
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Enter the Anker unit. It meets all my needs: one monitor, one webcam, one ethernet cable, and one PD port for charging and data, and all via USB-C connections. (Plus, an extra USB-A for "just in case" - I rarely use USB-A devices - thumb drives, SD cards, etc., - and I have adapters as needed for those occasions.) All of these functions are delivered through ONE Thunderbolt connection to my laptop and frees up the extra port.
The unit is SOLID. It has a nice heft to it and a small compact form factor and profile. The power adapter and block that comes with the unit are heavy-duty (almost feels like overkill, but a testament to power delivery). The dock is meant solely to keep at my desk, and I'll use my old adapter for travel. I'll need to add rubber feet to the dock as 1.) it will slip and slide on the desk and 2.) the unit will get warm so, it's best to keep it elevated. The unit does not have an ethernet port, but I have a USB-C dongle adapter. No big deal.
I have consistent power delivery and no "flicker" on my monitor with my USB-C to HDMI connection. The USB-C to Ethernet connection to my mesh satellite works well, and of course, the webcam works (I use an A to C adapter for this). All of this delivered through one single Thunderbolt 4 cable to my MBA.
I use the Thunderbolt 4 cable that came with the package for the single connection to my MBA. I can't emphasize enough - You can't just use any ordinary USB-C cable lying around used for charging your phone or tablet to do this. To maximize the capabilities of the dock, use at least Thunderbolt 3 cables. My MBA M1 only supports T3, but T4 cables are retro-compatible. Plus, you're "future-proofing" by using T4 as you'll find more and more devices evolving. The included cable is 2.3 ft, so I will likely order a longer T4 cable.
(Note: I have not tried 2+ monitors (I have a 43." single monitor), but it sounds like it has not been a problem with other reviewers.)
I strongly recommend this product! It meets 100% of my needs and I haven't had any problems. If I do, then I will update this posting!
Cons: It's a little pricey, I hate the design, and the power supply (un-advertised) is much larger than the actual dock.
The upstream port is on one side of the dock where the downstream ports are on the other side along with the power button. With the dock itself being so light, this means your cords will tug and spin the dock every which way if you're not careful. The dock itself really needs some more weight, or even better, an anchor system so it can sit either horizontal or vertical on your desk without being pulled around. I wish they had made this taller and slimmer so all of the ports were on the same side, and included some weighted legs so it could sit neatly on a desk.
Overall, I think this product is the best on the market for doing what it does, I just wish it would designed better. 4.5/5
This little guy is solidly constructed and has some heft, and the design language of the product is quite appealing, and the manufacturing quality is superb. Performance wise, I've noticed a subtle increase in responsiveness of my Mac using this device over the OWC, but I'm not sure that it could be attributable to the difference of this device being TB4 and the OWC being TB3. Something else is going on, and this device just seems to integrate better and provide better fluidity and seamlessness of operation -- it's difficult to describe, but it is definitely real.
I love that the Anker is so compact, and the port layout, while not ideal for my situation, is still outstanding. If I were to suggest an improvement opportunity to Anker, it would be to fill the front panel with three more USB A ports for flexibility of use, instead of the single USB A currently there. While this Anker device is a bit of a compromise between a super-high density TB dock and a portable unit, it is a happy compromise for those of us that seek to achieve a minimalist desktop presence and operation (less is better).
So, in the end, this turned out to be an excellent purchase that saved my bacon even though I didn't immediately use the product when I purchased it. Now that I've got some time and usage under my belt with this little jewel, I'd be hard pressed to return to anything else. Definitely a five-star experience and a purchase I'd make again without hesitation.
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What I don't like about it, is where they put the power button and where they put the TB cable that runs out to your computer. The power button is also an electronic button (instead of physical power switch that flips or something) so it's SUPER easy to turn it by off accident when plugging in or removing accessories -and when you do hit it by accident, it EJECTS ALL your hard drives as if you yanked the cable out and you get the warning pop up on your computer "disks not ejected properly", so you gotta be super careful to not damage your drives.
I'm also not a fan of the power adapter to runs to the wall, it's a 2 piece cable and brick system that has a VERY stiff cable and it's super clunky if you're moving this dock around with you because the dock itself is super lightweight compared to the stiffness of the cable(s). I bring this dock to work sometimes if I know I have a lot of data to transfer on location and it can be annoying to setup, they should have put some rubber feet under the dock or something to stop if from sliding around. All that aside, it works as it should. Great transfer speeds, powers my computer and transfers with only one TB cable so that's sweet.
It runs warm to the touch but nothing more.
My only concern is the power button is very soft and easily one/off. I hope the next gen will place some resistance for it.
Running OS Big Sur 11.4