This high-density 14-port hub features a 160W total power budget, utilizing a GaN core to maintain 100W laptop charging while reserving 60W for downstream peripherals. A "Real-Time Smart Interface" OLED display provides monitoring of wattage per port, assisting in the identification of cable-induced voltage drops or high-draw hardware. The unit utilizes a dual-chipset architecture to maintain 10Gbps data lanes across the chassis.
Performance metrics indicate that dual 4K@60Hz output is supported, though it may require Display Stream Compression (DSC) depending on host laptop specifications. Technical analysis confirms that internal thermals are actively monitored to ensure the 160W distribution remains stable. The device lacks Thunderbolt 4 certification, which limits the total bandwidth compared to TB4-specific workstations.
Reliable operation requires the use of the provided 160W power brick and 10Gbps upstream cable to prevent signal instability or Ethernet drops.
For workstations that require high power overhead and 10Gbps data throughput without the cost of Thunderbolt 4, the Anker Prime 160W Dock serves as a capable power distribution center.
This unit is classified as a high-wattage hardware interface within the smart power and connectivity archives.
