Head-to-head · Best Thunderbolt 4 Docks

Anker 777 Apex vs CalDigit TS4

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

CalDigit TS4 comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.6 vs 4.9). The gap is mostly about professionals docking a single TB4 laptop into a full workstation — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #3 in Best Thunderbolt 4 Docks

Anker 777 Apex

4.6

$250

The 777 Apex is the triple-display pick. Built-in HDMI outputs let you drive three 4K monitors without adapter chains. Best for traders, developers, and creative pros with multi-monitor desks.

Strengths

— Drives 3× 4K displays simultaneously — most external monitors in this lineup
— Built-in HDMI 2.0 outputs (no adapters needed)
— 12 ports total

Watch-outs

— 90W charging trails CalDigit TS4's 98W
— Anker brand support trails CalDigit / OWC in pro markets
— Built-in HDMI outputs limited to 4K (not 8K like CalDigit)

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Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Thunderbolt 4 Docks

CalDigit TS4

4.9

$399

The TS4 is the best-overall TB4 dock. CalDigit's flagship — 18 ports, 98W charging, dual 6K display support. Best for professionals with one TB4 laptop and the need to dock into a full workstation setup.

Strengths

— 18 ports — most of any Thunderbolt 4 dock
— 98W charging — highest power delivery in this lineup
— 8K@30Hz or dual 6K@60Hz display support

Watch-outs

— $399 is the most expensive TB4 pick
— Large chassis takes substantial desk space
— Front-panel USB-C port limited to 10Gb/s

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How they stack up

Anker 777 Apex

Best for triple-4K setups. HDMI built-in (CalDigit needs adapters). Less charging power than CalDigit.

CalDigit TS4

Most ports. Highest charging. Most expensive. Dual 6K vs lower-tier dual 4K.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Anker 777 Apex	CalDigit TS4
Ports	12	18
Power	90W	98W
Display	3× 4K via HDMI + TB	8K@30 or dual 6K@60
Ethernet	1GbE	2.5GbE
Form	Vertical	—
Thunderbolt	—	4 (40Gb/s)

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