Anker Prime 14-in-1 Dual Monitor Docking Station
- 14 ports in one dock, 10 of them USB
- Dual 4K HDMI for two external monitors
- 160 W max output
- 10 Gbps data transfer
- USB-C host connection, cable included
- Audio and Ethernet ports on board
- Identical image on both monitors under macOS
- 1.28 kg plastic body, grey
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A desk dock that turns one USB-C cable into dual HDMI monitors, wired network and a wide spread of USB ports for Windows laptops. Mac users get the same picture on both screens, not two separate desktops.
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ASIN: B0CW9249DKModel: A83B6Category: Laptop Docking Stations
Overview
Not a pocket travel hub, the Anker Prime is a desktop docking station that runs a full workstation off a single USB-C connection. It splits that link into HDMI outputs, USB ports, audio and Ethernet, and Anker rates the unit for high power output.
One cable to the laptop brings two monitors, a wired network and a stack of USB devices online at once, which suits a desk the laptop returns to every day. Mac owners lose the second desktop, because macOS shows the same image on both monitors. The box lists no separate power adapter, so check how the dock is powered before setup.
Who it's for
Hybrid workers who dock a Windows laptop at the same desk each day gain dual monitors and wired networking from one plug. Mac owners wanting different content on each screen should look for another dock.
Pros and cons
- Dual HDMI outputs for two monitors
- Ten USB ports across the dock
- Ethernet and audio ports built in
- High rated max output
- MacOS mirrors the image on both monitors
- Power adapter not listed in the box
- Laptop needs a full-function USB-C port
Performance notes
Everything downstream shares the one USB-C link to the laptop, so bandwidth for monitors, storage and network is divided across the dock. How the laptop handles video over USB-C decides whether both displays light up, which is why a full-function port is called for. On macOS the listing states both monitors show the same image.
Specifications
| Brand | Anker |
|---|---|
| Model | A83B6 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 2.82 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Max output power | 160 watts |
| Video output | Dual 4K HDMI |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Grey |
| Enclosure material | Plastic |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hardware interface | USB Type C |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Total USB ports | 10 |
| Number of ports | 14 |
| Other ports | Audio, Ethernet |
| Builtin media | Docking Station, USB-C Cable, Safety Sheet |
| Data transfer rate | 10 Gbps |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Anker Prime A83B6?
The docking station, a USB-C cable and a safety sheet. No separate power adapter is listed, so confirm the power arrangement before setup.
Can the Anker Prime dock run two extended displays on a MacBook?
No. Anker states that on macOS both external monitors show identical content. Dual 4K HDMI is listed for full-function USB-C laptops from Lenovo, HP and Dell.
Will the Anker A83B6 work with any USB-C port?
The listing calls for full-function USB-C ports. A port without video support is not covered by that compatibility note.