Anker Prime TB5 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock
- 14 ports from one dock, 8 of them USB
- 120Gbps max data transfer
- Up to 8K, dual display output
- 1 HDMI port, plus Ethernet and SD/TF slots
- 140W max charging for the laptop
- Thunderbolt 5/4 Windows laptops, M4 MacBooks and M1/M2/M3 Pro/Max
- 4.56 x 4.56 x 2.95 inches, 2.4 pounds
- 24 month manufacturer warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A capable single-cable desk hub for recent Thunderbolt laptops and Pro or Max MacBooks; check your exact laptop against the compatibility list before ordering.
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ASIN: B0DSVVJXK5Model: A83B5Category: Laptop Docking Stations
Overview
Plug a laptop into the Anker Prime dock over Thunderbolt and it fans out to displays, wired network, card readers and USB devices while charging the machine. A built-in cooling system manages heat inside the compact gray body.
Replacing a desk full of adapters with a single cable is what this dock does well, with enough charging headroom for large laptops and support for a pair of external screens. Port detail beyond the USB and HDMI counts is thin, and older base-chip MacBooks are absent from the supported list.
Who it's for
Designed for a home or office desk where a laptop docks daily to monitors, a wired network and storage. Owners of laptops missing from the compatibility list should check with Anker first.
Pros and cons
- Large port count from one cable
- High charging output for laptops
- Dual display support listed
- Wired Ethernet for stable networking
- DisplayPort outputs not listed
- Single HDMI port only
- Base M1, M2, M3 MacBooks missing from list
- Port type breakdown is sparse
Performance notes
Transfer speed and display output depend on the laptop's own Thunderbolt port, since the dock can only pass what the host supports. Charging and peripheral bandwidth share one link, so heavy drive transfers and high-resolution screens draw from the same pool. The built-in cooling system is there to manage heat during sustained use.
Specifications
| Brand | Anker |
|---|---|
| Model | A83B5 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 2.4 pounds |
| Item dimensions l x W x h | 4.6 × 4.6 × 3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Display output | Up To 8K |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power delivery | 140W max charging |
| Input voltage | 100 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Gray |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Max displays | Dual display |
| Total number of HDMI ports | 1 |
| Total USB ports | 8 |
| Number of ports | 14 |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Card reader | SD, TF |
| Data transfer rate | 120 Gbps |
| Host connection | Thunderbolt |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Anker A83B5 dock work with a base M2 MacBook?
The compatibility list names M1, M2 and M3 MacBooks only in Pro and Max versions, and M4 MacBooks in standard, Pro and Max. A base M2 chip is not on the list, so dual display and full speed are not confirmed.
Does the Anker Prime dock need its own power?
The listed input voltage is 100 volts AC, so it runs from a wall outlet and passes up to 140W to the laptop.
Does the Anker A83B5 get hot?
It has a built-in cooling system per the listing; noise and temperature figures are not given.