Thunderbolt 4 Dock with 100W Charging - Quad 4K & 8K Ready

In this review the WAVLINK Thunderbolt 4 Dock proved to be a flexible hub for users who need fast charging, multiple high-resolution displays and a broad mix of ports. The single biggest reason to buy is its combination of Thunderbolt 4 bandwidth and a DisplayLink hybrid design that enables a single 8K display or up to four 4K displays while also providing up to 98W upstream charging and a 160W power adapter for the dock. It is best for power users and creators who need many wired connections and high-speed transfers at a single desk.

Key Features

• 15-in-1 port set: Provides a complete connectivity solution with upstream and downstream Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI/DP video outputs, USB-A ports, SD card reader, audio and 2.5G Ethernet to replace multiple adapters.
• Single 8K or Quad 4K support: Drives a single 8K monitor or up to four 4K displays using the two video stream ports plus two Thunderbolt 4 outputs for expansive desktop configurations.
• High power delivery: The upstream Thunderbolt 4 port supports up to 98W charging for laptops while the dock ships with a 160W power adapter to feed connected devices.
• 40Gbps transfer speeds: Thunderbolt 4 connectivity offers up to 40 Gbps for fast file transfers and low-latency peripheral performance.
• 2.5G Ethernet and fast SD card reader: Built-in 2.5Gbps wired networking and an SD V4.0 card slot rated up to 312 MB/s speed suit large media files and bandwidth-heavy tasks.

Who It's For

This dock is aimed at creative professionals, video editors and power users who need multiple high-resolution displays and many wired ports on a single workstation. It benefits users with Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 laptops who want a single-cable docking experience and the ability to charge their laptop while driving several monitors and high-speed peripherals.

It is less suitable for users who expect native DRM playback for services like Netflix through HDMI/DP on M1/M2/M3 Macs, or for those who only need a basic USB hub. M1/M2/M3-based Macs are limited to a single video output from the Thunderbolt 4 ports, so users requiring multiple native GPU-driven monitor outputs on those machines should look elsewhere.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Extensive port selection replaces multiple adapters and keeps a desk tidy.
• Supports a single 8K or up to four 4K displays for high-resolution workflows.
• Up to 98W upstream charging plus a 160W power adapter supports power-hungry laptops and peripherals.
• Fast wired networking and a high-speed SD card reader streamline large media transfers.

Cons

• Requires DisplayLink driver for HDMI/DP functionality, adding an installation step.
• M1/M2/M3-based Macs can only use one video output from the Thunderbolt 4 ports, limiting multi-monitor setups on those systems.

Specifications

Product type	Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station (DisplayLink hybrid)
Upstream port	1x Thunderbolt 4 (40Gb/s, up to 98W PD)
Downstream ports	3x Thunderbolt 4 (40Gb/s, PD15W each)
Video outputs	2x Video Stream (1x DisplayPort + 1x HDMI) + 2x Thunderbolt 4 displays
Ethernet	2.5Gbps RJ45
Card reader	SD V4.0 slot (up to 312 MB/s)
Power adapter	160W included

Our Verdict

The WAVLINK Thunderbolt 4 Dock is a compelling all-in-one hub for users who need high-resolution display support, fast wired networking and strong power delivery. It offers good value for professionals who want to consolidate cables and peripherals at a single workstation, but be prepared to install the DisplayLink driver and note the video output limits on some Mac models.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a driver to use the HDMI or DP ports?
Yes. This dock uses a DisplayLink DL6950 hybrid design, so you must download and install the latest DisplayLink driver before using the HDMI/DP outputs.

Can it charge my laptop while connected?
Yes. The upstream Thunderbolt 4 port supports up to 98W power delivery and the dock includes a 160W power adapter to feed the dock and connected devices.

Will it drive multiple displays on an M1 Mac?
M1/M2/M3-based Macs can only have one video output from the three Thunderbolt 4 ports, though the HDMI and DP ports function; full multi-Thunderbolt monitor chaining is limited on those Apple systems.