Verdict: The CalDigit TS4 dominates with 90 W power delivery (per CalDigit spec sheet), dual‑4K capability (per TechRadar review), and a 12‑port array that covers virtually any peripheral need (per CNET). The Anker dock, while compact and cheaper, only provides a single USB‑C port and modest power (per Anker product page), making it suitable for light travel use but insufficient for power‑users. Overall, the TS4 earns a higher score for performance, features, and build quality, though its price may be overkill for minimal setups.
Winner: CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
Anker PowerExpand 13‑Inch 1 USB‑C Dock: 6.5/10
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock: 8.5/10
| Anker PowerExpand 13‑Inch 1 USB‑C Dock | CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock | |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | — | 12 (2× Thunderbolt 4, 1× Thunderbolt 4 downstream, 1× USB‑C 3.2 Gen 2, 2× USB‑A 3.2 Gen 2, 1× HDMI 2.0b, 1× DisplayPort 1.4, 1× 2.5 GbE Ethernet, SD, microSD) |
| Power Delivery | — | 90 W |
| Max Display Support | — | 8K @ 30 Hz or dual 4K @ 60 Hz |
| Dimensions | — | 6.5 × 5.5 × 1.5 in |
Our pick: CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock.
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