Dual 4K60 HDMI on compatible hosts. Base M1/M2 Macs have one native display; base M3 dual use needs clamshell conditions.
Best for
Dual 4K60 HDMI on compatible hosts. Base M1/M2 Macs have one native display; base M3 dual use needs clamshell conditions.
Not for
Using both HDMI outputs consumes both display paths; the downstream Thunderbolt port cannot then add a third screen.
- Two HDMI sockets and one downstream Thunderbolt socket share a maximum of two active displays.
- Advertised up to 100W; 96W certified.
Logical port roles from the cited documentation. This is not to scale and is not evidence of hands-on testing.
Works-with conditions to check
| Part of your setup | Required check |
|---|---|
| Laptop and operating system | Two HDMI sockets and one downstream Thunderbolt socket share a maximum of two active displays. |
| Screen mode and output pair | Dual 4K60 HDMI on compatible hosts. Base M1/M2 Macs have one native display; base M3 dual use needs clamshell conditions. |
| Software and permissions | Native video; no DisplayLink software. |
| Example or decision guide | Read the relevant setup and its limitations |
Which connections matter
Two HDMI sockets and one downstream Thunderbolt socket share a maximum of two active displays.
Native video; no DisplayLink software.
Charging and the complete package
Advertised up to 100W; 96W certified.
1m Thunderbolt 4 cable, power supply and mains cable; screen cables checked separately.
Check these limits before choosing it
Using both HDMI outputs consumes both display paths; the downstream Thunderbolt port cannot then add a third screen.
Match the laptop chip, operating system, monitor input and cable to the stated requirements. A manufacturer display ceiling does not establish your complete desk setup. This profile does not contain measurements or an independent hardware test.
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Write down the exact laptop, each monitor, the output used on the dock and the cable between them. Check the corresponding manufacturer document below, then enter your equipment in the finder. Keep an existing direct connection if it already supplies the displays and peripherals you need.
Sources and limits
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Source availability and latest checks
- DS03: no successful automated retrieval recorded.
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Plugable TBT4-UD5 questions before purchase
Does this profile prove my exact setup will work?
No. Manufacturer component specification. The complete host, dock, cable and monitor combination remains unverified. Check the finder’s current coverage.
What must be included in the bundle?
1m Thunderbolt 4 cable, power supply and mains cable; screen cables checked separately. Confirm the regional and used-item listing before ordering.
What is the main limitation for this model?
Using both HDMI outputs consumes both display paths; the downstream Thunderbolt port cannot then add a third screen. Read the connection-path guide before changing hardware.
Check your exact equipment
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