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Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) vs CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

USB-C Hubs & Docking Stations Battle
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Anker

Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)

Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)
95/ 100
Launch MSRP$37.98 USD
CalDigit

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)
98/ 100
Launch MSRP$399.95 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging) BETTER THAN Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)?

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Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORAnker 555CalDigit TS4LEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery CapacityN/AN/A0 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display SizeN/AN/A6.1"
Chassis Weight118g640g118g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD):
  • 522g lighter chassis (118g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • $361.96999999999997 lower launch MSRP ($37.98 vs $399.95)
Reasons to buy CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging):

Comprehensive flagship hardware with verified benchmark scores.

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationAnker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)
1. Key Hardware Specifications (USB-C Hubs & Docking Stations)
hdmi4K @ 60Hz HDMI 2.0
slotsSD & microSD card reader slots (up to 104 MB/s read/write)
video4K @ 60Hz HDMI 2.0 port for ultra-smooth external monitor output
weight118 g (4.16 oz)
network10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 LAN port2.5 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 (2.5x faster than standard Gigabit)
weight g118640
materialsSleek aluminum exterior with integrated 0.6ft reinforced nylon cableHeavy-duty fluted aluminum chassis for passive heat dissipation
data ports1x USB-C 10Gbps data, 2x USB-A 10Gbps high-speed data ports
ports count818
pass through100W USB-C Power Delivery pass-through (up to 85W safe charging to laptop)
audioFront combo audio jack, rear audio in, rear audio out
speedThunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth)
charging98W Power Delivery to host laptop
usb ports5x USB-A 10Gbps, 3x USB-C 10Gbps, 3x Thunderbolt 4 ports
dimensions4.46 x 3.32 x 1.57 in
card readersUHS-II SD 4.0 & UHS-II microSD 4.0 slots (up to 312 MB/s simultaneously)
host charging98W Power Delivery to host laptop
display supportSingle 8K @ 60Hz or Dual 6K @ 60Hz (Apple Pro Display XDR) via DP 1.4 & TB4
Launch MSRP$37.98 USD$399.95 USD
Editorial Lab Verdict

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 98.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD):
Lighter body: 118g (522g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $37.98 (save $361.96999999999997)
When to choose CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging):
Higher overall BeastScore: 98.0 vs top rival 95.0
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) vs CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)

Which is better: Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) or CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)?

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging) leads with an overall BeastScore of 98.0/100 compared to Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) (95.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 98.0 vs top rival 95.0.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) and CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)?

Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) is equipped with a display and standard battery, while CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging) features a display and standard battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) and CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging)?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) achieves a 94/100 performance score, while CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock (18 Ports, 98W Charging) scores 94/100.