Introduction

A docking station, also known as a port replicator, is an external device designed specifically for laptops. By expanding the ports of a laptop, it allows laptops to connect to multiple accessories or external devices (such as power adapters, Ethernet cables, external storage, mice, external keyboards, printers, and monitors) in one go, providing users with a better usage experience.

Today, we will continue our journey through CES 2024 and showcase various new Thunderbolt docking stations seen at the exhibition.

Factory Category

CE-LINK

CE-LINK showcased many Thunderbolt docking stations at the exhibition, all featuring exquisite designs.

Exploring Cutting-Edge Thunderbolt Docking Stations at CES 2024-Chargerlab

Most of them have a silver matte finish, offering a durable and stylish appearance.

Moreover, these docking stations are mostly rectangular in design, with a variety of expansion port types, catering well to the expansion needs of various users.

C-SMARTLINK

At the C-SMARTLINK booth, a black Thunderbolt docking station supporting 4K video transmission was spotted.

It is equipped with multiple ports such as USB-C, USB-A, DP, and Ethernet, boasting excellent expandability. For those looking to expand high-resolution screens, this is a good choice.

Brand Category

HYPER

HYPER brought many Thunderbolt docking stations to CES 2024, attracting a crowd of spectators.

Most of these docks support high-speed transmission protocols such as Thunderbolt 5 and USB4.

Among them, a silver-gray square dock with four USB-C expansion ports caught attention.

One Thunderbolt 4 docking station showcased by HyperDrive features a gray-black color scheme with the "HYPER" logo printed on its surface. It comes with 1 main Thunderbolt 4 port supporting PD 96W fast charging, 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports supporting 40Gbps data transfer, HDMI2.1 port, 4 USB-A ports, 1 SD card slot, 1 Ethernet port, and 1 3.5mm headphone jack.

In addition to conventional horizontal designs, HYPER also offers vertical docking stations.

This HyperDrive's Thunderbolt 5 docking station features a black striped exterior design, offering 3 4K144Hz video transmission ports, 3 Thunderbolt 5 high-speed data ports, 2 80Gbps data transfer bandwidth, support for SSD hard drives, up to 140W PD3.1 charging, and other powerful features.

They also have a product with a built-in USB-C high-speed data transfer cable that can be conveniently stored inside with a snap.

j5create

At the j5create booth, various Thunderbolt docking stations with different designs were found.

They include square, rectangular, and mini desktop PC-like designs.

The docking stations showcased by j5create support USB4 high-speed transmission, making them user-friendly for individuals with extensive data transfer needs between devices.

For example, there is a square-shaped docking station with a circular protrusion on the top supporting 15W wireless fast charging, along with rich peripheral expansion ports around it, making daily use very convenient.

This docking station also supports PD3.1 140W ultra-high power charging, allowing laptops to quickly recharge while using the expansion functions.

j5create also offers a version without wireless charging, with similar port configurations to the wireless charging version.

It supports 4K video transmission, making it suitable for users with high-resolution display needs.

Targus

The docking station showcased by Targus at CES 2024 is compact in size, with a textured surface design, featuring DisplayLink technology, supporting single 2K or dual HD videos via HDMI 1.4b.

It features 1 USB-C port (for power input only) supporting up to 80W PD fast charging, 2 USB-A 3.2Gen 2 ports, and 1 USB-C 3.2Gen 2 port supporting 10Gbps data transfer, 1 RJ45 gigabit Ethernet port, and an integrated lock slot for device protection.

UGREEN

Arriving at the UGREEN display area, many new multi-functional, high-performance Thunderbolt docking stations were found.

UGREEN showcased a 13-in-1 multi-functional Thunderbolt docking station with a circular power button on the body, featuring 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports with high data transfer rates and a USB-C port supporting PD 90W fast charging.

This 12-in-1 docking station has 2 USB-A ports, 2 USB-C ports, 1 DP port, 2 HDMI ports, and 1 Ethernet port.

There is also a 9-in-1 Thunderbolt docking station with rich port configurations, and triangular heat dissipation holes on both sides for a more stable user experience.

Summary of ChargerLAB

In conclusion, the variety of Thunderbolt docking stations showcased at CES 2024 demonstrates the ongoing innovation and advancement in the realm of computer peripherals. Whether it's for expanding connectivity, supporting high-resolution displays, or enabling fast data transfer, there's a docking station to meet every need.

ChargerLAB will continue to keep an eye on docking station products and introduce interesting ones to everyone, stay tuned!

Exploring Cutting-Edge Thunderbolt Docking Stations at CES 2024