Anker 777 Thunderbolt Docking Station (Apex, 12-in-1, Thunderbolt 4), Max 90W Charging for Laptop, 20W Power Delivery, Single 8K, Triple 4K Display, 10Gbps Data, Ethernet, Audio, SD

I recently purchased the Anker 777 Thunderbolt Docking Station (Apex, 12-in-1, Thunderbolt 4) and it has transformed my workspace in the best way possible. As someone who juggles multiple devices and peripherals daily, this docking station is an absolute game-changer.First and foremost, the build quality of the Anker 777 is impressive. It feels solid and durable, with a sleek, modern design that complements any setup. The compact form factor is a bonus, ensuring that it doesn’t take up too much space on my desk.The versatility of this docking station is where it truly shines. With 12 different ports, I can connect all my essential devices simultaneously. It includes three Thunderbolt 4 ports, four USB-A ports, an HDMI port, an Ethernet port, an SD card reader, and even an audio jack. This wide array of connections means I can effortlessly link my laptop, external monitors, keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals without constantly swapping cables.The Thunderbolt 4 capability is another highlight. The data transfer speeds are incredibly fast, and I can daisy-chain multiple Thunderbolt devices without any performance drop. This has significantly boosted my productivity, especially when working with large files and high-resolution displays.Charging is also a breeze with the Anker 777. The max 90W charging output ensures that my laptop stays powered throughout the day, even when all ports are in use. This eliminates the need for multiple chargers and keeps my workspace clutter-free.Setting up the docking station was straightforward. It’s essentially plug-and-play, and I had it up and running in minutes. The compatibility with both Windows and Mac systems adds to its convenience, making it a versatile choice for any user.Overall, the Anker 777 Thunderbolt Docking Station has exceeded my expectations. It combines excellent build quality, a wide range of connectivity options, and top-notch performance. If you’re looking to streamline your workspace and enhance your productivity, I highly recommend this docking station. It’s a worthwhile investment for anyone who needs a reliable and efficient hub for their devices.

I purchased two of these Anker 777 Thunderbolt Docking Stations and was really hoping they would work well as they had all the features I wanted: audio output, two 4k HDMI outputs, and ThunderBolt 4. I connected one to my home office with two 4k monitors -- but it caused the monitor connected to the HDMI 1 output to blank out frequently. It would blank out for 5s or more at random, usually at least 3 times every 5 minutes. Sometimes it would blank out much more frequently and sometimes I would have to disconnect the docking station and reconnect it to my laptop. I tried several things to fix the problem -- changing cables, switching monitors, even trying a 3rd 4k monitor of a different brand in place of the two 4k monitors I had -- but the monitor connected to the HDMI 1 output on the docking station would keep blanking out.I connected my second Anker 777 Thunderbolt Docking Station in my office with two QHD monitors, and that worked perfectly. So I brought this second unit home to connect it to the two 4k monitors, and it too started blanking out the HDMI 1 connected 4k monitor at a similar rate as the first Anker 777 Thunderbolt Docking Station. This made the units unusable for me and thus I had to return both units.Based on my experience, the units I received appear to work well with QHD monitors, but not 4k monitors. I replaced them with the Dell WD22TB4 docking station. The Dell does not have an audio output, so I bought a USB audio adapter (costs less than $10) and connected that to a USB output on the docking station to get audio output capability. I have had the Dell docking station for over a month now, and everything has worked well so far.Six months later will Dell docking station: I purchased a second Dell WD22TB4 docking station shortly after the initial review, and both are running perfectly.