Hub comparison
Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub vs Element Hub
Compare the published specifications for these two products. Values are shown as documented in the catalogue; an unlisted value means the specification is not available here, not necessarily that the product lacks the feature.
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Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub
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Element Hub
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Specification comparison
| Specification | Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub | Element Hub |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hub | Hub |
| Host interface | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 |
| Host charging | 96 | 60W |
| USB-A ports | 1x USB-A | 4 × USB-A 10Gbps |
| Thunderbolt ports | 4x Thunderbolt 4 | 4 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps |
| Video outputs | Thunderbolt 4 display outputs | Not listed |
| Maximum video support | Up to dual 4K60 or single 8K30 | Up to 8K; dual monitors |
| Maximum data rate | 40Gbps | 40Gbps |
| Power input | 150W AC power supply | AC power |
Key documented differences
- Host interface: Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub lists Thunderbolt 4; Element Hub lists Thunderbolt 4 / USB4.
- Host charging: Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub lists 96; Element Hub lists 60W.
- USB-A ports: Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub lists 1x USB-A; Element Hub lists 4 × USB-A 10Gbps.
- Thunderbolt ports: Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub lists 4x Thunderbolt 4; Element Hub lists 4 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps.
- Maximum video support: Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub lists Up to dual 4K60 or single 8K30; Element Hub lists Up to 8K; dual monitors.
- Power input: Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub lists 150W AC power supply; Element Hub lists AC power.