j5create's new Thunderbolt 4 docking station supports 8K 60Hz video

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The latest Thunderbolt 4 docking station from j5create has 11 ports, 96W power delivery, 8K 60Hz video out support, and it's available to order now.

8K Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station

CES 2024 is underway, and new tech is being revealed all over the show floor in Las Vegas. As display resolution and video recording capabilities continue to improve, so does dock technology.

The 8K Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station from j5create is packed with ports and supports dual 4K 60Hz monitor output, single 4K 144Hz output, or single 8K output. Users also benefit from 96W passthrough charging when connecting to a MacBook with a single Thunderbolt cable.

There are 11 ports, including:

• 1 Thunderbolt output with 96W PD


• 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports


• 3 USB 3.2 gen 2 Type-A ports


• 1 USB 2.0 Type-A port


• 1 SD UHS-II card slot


• 1 3.5mm audio jack


• 1 Gigabit Ethernet port

The 8K Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station from j5create is available for $329.99.

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entropys

Some companies are coming out with thunderbolt 5 docks @ 80Gbps.
AI has even noted it, more exiting than yet another Tb4 dock.

hmurchison

Gigabit Ethernet is low end today.  Once your Dock crests the $299,  IP networking has to take a jump in speed.  USB ports and ability to run multiple monitors are simple table stakes today for Docks.