Docking Station comparison
Thunderbolt Station 4 vs SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock
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.
As an Amazon Associate, USB Hubbub earns from qualifying purchases.
We strive to keep our data accurate and objective, but errors and omissions may occur. Always check the manufacturer's documentation for the latest and most authoritative specifications. When you buy hardware through links on our site, we may earn a small retail commission at no additional cost to you.
Thunderbolt Station 4
Docking Station
SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock
Docking Station
Specification comparison
| Specification | Thunderbolt Station 4 | SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Docking Station | Docking Station |
| Host interface | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C |
| Host charging | 98W | 96 |
| USB-A ports | 5 × USB-A 10Gbps | 4 |
| USB-C data ports | 3 × USB-C 10Gbps | Not listed |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 × Thunderbolt 4 40Gbps | 3 total: 1 host + 2 downstream |
| Video outputs | DisplayPort 1.4 | 2× Thunderbolt 4 downstream + 1× HDMI 2.1 |
| Maximum data rate | 40Gbps | 40Gbps |
| Ethernet | 2.5GbE | 2.5GbE (10/100/1000/2500 Mbps) |
| Card readers | SD 4.0 UHS-II; microSD 4.0 UHS-II | 1× UHS-II SD 4.0 |
| Audio | 3.5mm front combo + rear in/out | 1× 3.5mm audio combo jack |
| Power input | DC 19.5V | DC 20V power input; 180W power adapter |
| Maximum video support | Not listed | Up to 8K60 + 4K60 on Windows; up to dual 6K60 on supported Mac |
Key documented differences
- Host interface: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists Thunderbolt 4; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C.
- Host charging: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists 98W; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists 96.
- USB-A ports: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists 5 × USB-A 10Gbps; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists 4.
- Thunderbolt ports: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists 3 × Thunderbolt 4 40Gbps; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists 3 total: 1 host + 2 downstream.
- Video outputs: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists DisplayPort 1.4; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists 2× Thunderbolt 4 downstream + 1× HDMI 2.1.
- Ethernet: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists 2.5GbE; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists 2.5GbE (10/100/1000/2500 Mbps).
- Card readers: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists SD 4.0 UHS-II; microSD 4.0 UHS-II; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists 1× UHS-II SD 4.0.
- Audio: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists 3.5mm front combo + rear in/out; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists 1× 3.5mm audio combo jack.
- Power input: Thunderbolt Station 4 lists DC 19.5V; SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock lists DC 20V power input; 180W power adapter.
Related comparisons
- Thunderbolt 4 Dock vs Thunderbolt Station 4
- TS3 Plus vs Thunderbolt Station 4
- Thunderbolt Station 4 vs Plugable Thunderbolt 4 & USB4 HDMI Docking Station with 96W Charging
- Pro Thunderbolt 4 Dock vs Thunderbolt Station 4
- Thunderbolt Station 4 vs SD5760T Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Docking Station with 96W Power Delivery