CalDigit TS3 Plus Aluminum Thunderbolt Docking Station
Last updated: December 6, 2022
For the widest range of device compatibility, trust this Thunderbolt docking station, which has more ports than most competitors. You'll get plenty of USB hookups, as well as connections for all your peripherals and a high-speed SD card reader. You can connect up to two monitors and retain reasonably good screen resolution.
We looked at the top Thunderbolt Docking Stations and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Thunderbolt Docking Station you should buy.
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Key Takeaway: You won't have to worry about running out of ports with this Thunderbolt docking station, which has plenty of USB ports.
In our analysis of 41 expert reviews, the CalDigit TS3 Plus Aluminum Thunderbolt Docking Station placed 3rd when we looked at the top 15 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.From The Manufacturer
To The Power of 15 With the TS3 Plus, a single Thunderbolt 3 port from your laptop expands to 15 ports! Power users need as many ports as they can get hold of and the TS3 Plus delivers on this promise. Whether you need multiple USB ports, dual 4K display connectivity, Digital Optical Audio out, or an SD Card Reader, the TS3 Plus packs everything into an incredibly compact unit. Don’t compromise on connectivity with the TS3 Plus! 7 USB Ports With five USB 3.1 Type-A ports and two USB 3.1 Type-C ports, users have a total of seven ports to connect multiple USB devices to their ultra slim laptops. Featuring both front and rear USB ports, the TS3 Plus packs a large amount of connectivity into such a compact device. The rear Type-C port features USB 3.1 Gen. 2 (10Gb/s) which allows users to connect their ultra-fast SSD drives for incredible performance. 85W Computer Charging Thunderbolt 3 incorporates power delivery, allowing the TS3 Plus to charge Thunderbolt 3 laptops. Mac and PC users can put their laptop charger away and power their laptop through a single Thunderbolt 3 cable. The 85W power delivery will charge laptops in no time. The secondary Thunderbolt port can deliver 15W of power to charge other devices. 5K or Dual 4K Displays The TS3 Plus’ extreme connectivity is not just confined to data as it can also achieve extreme visual fidelity. Users have the option to connect dual extended 4K 60Hz monitors or a single 5K 60Hz monitor. The versatile DisplayPort connector can be used to connect to any monitor through the use of an active DisplayPort cable/adapter. Fast SD Card Reader With the advent of digital media, transferring data from SD cards to computers has become an integral part of any project, especially digital photography and 4K videography. TS3 Plus’ SD card reaper supports SD 4.0 and UHS-II speeds with a maximum theoretical throughput of 312MB/s, which means that transferring data from SD, SDHC or SDXC cards will be done in no time. Why use a USB card reader when you can connect through the most powerful interface available, Thunderbolt 3! Digital Optical Audio When it comes to high quality audio playback, every audio enthusiast knows the benefits of using the best equipment to retain optimal audio signals in its purest state . The Digital Audio port allows users to connect directly to their amplifier, speakers, or home theatre receiver for a pure digital signal. You can playback high bit-rate audio files from the TS3 Plus on your stereo amplifier or hear every detail on your TV’s surround sound speakers. Audio from an external docking solution never sounded this good! Thunderbolt 3 Ports The extreme connectivity available through the TS3 Plus is only possible because of Thunderbolt 3’s unprecedented 40Gb/s throughput. Featuring 15 versatile ports that take productivity to the next level, the TS3 Plus has connectivity options for any advanced workflow. Pro users will be able to take advantage of the dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for adding multiple powerful devices into a Thunderbolt 3 daisy-chain. Horizontal or Vertical The beauty of the TS3 Plus’ design allows users to choose how the device is positioned on their desk. Traditionally, most docks are only able to be used in a horizontal position. The TS3 Plus’ sleek design integrates two sets of feet which allow flexible placement in either orientation. What The Press Is Saying “The TS3 Plus is the best Thunderbolt 3-enabled dock that I’ve tried thus far…” 9to5Mac “The most ports and the most useful dock on the market.” Photoshop User “The Best Thunderbolt 3 Dock.” The Wirecutter “…CalDigit’s TS3 Plus is my new favorite. It has all the features I’m looking for in a dock.” MacRumors “CalDigit TS3 Plus is the new King of Thunderbolt docks.” iDownloadBlog Technical Specifications Dimensions and Weight Height : 5.15 inches (131.0 mm) Width : 1.57 inches (40.0 mm) Depth : 3.87 inches (98.44 mm) Weight: 1.04 lbs (0.47 kgs) System Requirements Computer with Thunderbolt 3 Port MacOS 10.12 or later Windows 8, 8.1, 10 or later In the Box 1 x CalDigit TS3 Plus 1 x Power Adapter 1 x Power Cord 1 x Thunderbolt 3 Cable Max. Video Resolution Thunderbolt 3: 5120 x 2880 60Hz DisplayPort : 4096 x 2160 60Hz Compliance FCC, CE, VCCI, RoHS
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