UGREEN has opened pre-orders for its new Maxidok series of Thunderbolt 5 docking stations, introducing a lineup designed to bridge the growing gap between ultra-thin laptops and full desktop workstation setups. The new docks are part of UGREEN’s Revodok ecosystem and are built around the latest Thunderbolt 5 standard, bringing significantly higher bandwidth, expanded connectivity, and workstation-class power delivery to modern laptops that often ship with limited ports.
According to the company announcement, the new Maxidok lineup includes three Thunderbolt 5–certified models designed for different workflows: a flagship 17-port workstation dock, a more compact 10-port desktop hub, and a Mac mini-focused dock designed specifically for Apple’s Mac mini M4 chassis. All three models are officially certified for Thunderbolt 5, ensuring compatibility with modern laptops and future Thunderbolt-enabled systems while maintaining stable connections, high transfer speeds, and reliable display support.
Thunderbolt 5 plays a central role in the capabilities of the new docking stations. While Thunderbolt 4 docks were limited to 40Gbps of bandwidth, Thunderbolt 5 significantly expands available throughput. The interface can reach up to 120Gbps using asymmetric bandwidth boosting, allowing docks to handle high-resolution displays and high-speed storage simultaneously without saturating the connection. This additional bandwidth makes it possible to connect multiple monitors, external storage devices, and network interfaces through a single cable while maintaining consistent performance.
For modern laptop users, the dock effectively transforms a thin portable system into a full desktop workstation. A single Thunderbolt cable can connect a laptop to displays, storage, networking, and peripherals while also charging the system, simplifying complex workstation setups and reducing cable clutter.
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The flagship model in the lineup is the UGREEN Maxidok 17-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock, which targets power users and professional workstation environments. The dock integrates 17 ports covering data, video, networking, storage, and charging. Connectivity includes two downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports capable of up to 120Gbps transfers, three USB-A 10Gbps ports, three USB-C 10Gbps ports, a DisplayPort output, multiple audio ports, Ethernet networking, and SD card support. The dock also includes a built-in M.2 NVMe SSD slot capable of supporting drives up to 8TB, allowing the docking station itself to act as high-speed external storage.
The integrated storage expansion is particularly useful for creative professionals working with large data sets such as high-resolution video footage or RAW photography libraries. Instead of relying on multiple external drives, users can install a high-capacity NVMe drive directly inside the dock and keep project data connected to the workstation environment while still using a single cable to connect the laptop.
Display capabilities are designed for multi-monitor workstation setups. The dock supports a single 8K display at 60Hz or dual 6K displays simultaneously on compatible systems. Platform capabilities vary by operating system, with macOS supporting single 8K or dual 6K displays, while Windows systems can support up to three independent displays through Thunderbolt display pipelines. This flexibility allows the dock to support demanding environments such as video editing workstations, software development setups, design studios, and multi-monitor productivity workspaces.
Power delivery is another key feature of the flagship model. The dock provides up to 140W of power delivery to the host system, which is sufficient to charge high-performance laptops including larger workstation notebooks and high-end MacBook Pro models. The dock itself uses a 240W power adapter to ensure enough power is available for displays, storage devices, and connected peripherals while simultaneously charging the host computer.
Downstream power delivery is also designed to support connected accessories. Each Thunderbolt 5 downstream port can deliver up to 15W of power to connected devices, while USB-C ports provide up to 60W of shared charging for compatible accessories such as tablets, smartphones, or external drives.
Networking support is upgraded compared with many earlier docking stations. The flagship model includes a 2.5Gb Ethernet port for faster wired networking, which can significantly reduce transfer times when moving large files across local networks or accessing network-attached storage.
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The more compact Maxidok 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 dock is designed for users who want core connectivity without the full workstation-level port density of the flagship model. It retains Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, dual Thunderbolt downstream ports, Gigabit Ethernet, and multiple USB connections while offering up to 100W of charging power for laptops. This model removes the internal NVMe storage slot and reduces the total number of ports, making it a simpler desktop hub for everyday workstation setups.
UGREEN is also preparing a third model built specifically for Apple’s Mac mini M4 systems. The Mac mini dock is designed to sit flush with the compact desktop chassis while maintaining airflow around the system. The design includes integrated SSD expansion, high-speed USB connectivity, SD and microSD 4.0 card readers, and support for native dual extended displays on macOS.
To handle the additional bandwidth and integrated storage components, the Mac mini dock also includes a hybrid thermal design that combines an aluminum heatsink with active fan cooling to maintain stable operating temperatures during heavy workloads.
The table below summarizes key specifications for the two primary desktop docking stations in the Maxidok lineup.
| Specification | Maxidok 17-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock | Maxidok 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock |
|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt Standard | Thunderbolt 5 (Certified) | Thunderbolt 5 (Certified) |
| Maximum Data Bandwidth | Up to 120Gbps | Up to 120Gbps |
| Total Ports | 17 | 10 |
| Laptop Charging | Up to 140W | Up to 100W |
| Power Adapter | 240W | 140W |
| Ethernet | 2.5GbE | 1GbE |
| Display Support | 8K60 or Dual 6K60 (macOS), up to 3 displays (Windows) | 8K60 or Dual 6K60 |
| Built-in Storage | M.2 NVMe slot up to 8TB | Not included |
| SD Card Reader | SD / microSD 4.0 | SD / microSD 4.0 |
Beyond raw specifications, the practical value of docking stations like the Maxidok lineup lies in simplifying complex workstation environments. Instead of connecting multiple cables for displays, networking, charging, and storage every time a laptop is placed on a desk, users connect a single Thunderbolt cable while all peripherals remain permanently attached to the dock.
This setup is particularly useful in hybrid work environments where laptops frequently move between office and home workspaces. A laptop can be disconnected in seconds and then instantly reconnect to a full workstation setup when returning to a desk.
The new docks are also backward compatible with Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 systems. However, older platforms may operate with reduced bandwidth and display capabilities compared with full Thunderbolt 5 hosts.
As Thunderbolt 5 hardware begins appearing in newer laptops and desktop systems, docking stations like the Maxidok lineup represent some of the first accessories designed to fully take advantage of the new interface’s higher bandwidth and expanded display capabilities.
Pricing places the devices in the premium docking station category. The Maxidok 17-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock is priced at €459.99 or £419.99, while the Maxidok 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 dock is priced at €299.99 or £249.99. Pre-orders are currently open through UGREEN’s official website, with shipping expected to begin on March 24 through the company’s online store and major retail platforms such as Amazon.
The Mac mini-focused dock will follow later, with availability expected in late April or early May according to the company’s release timeline.
With Thunderbolt 5 enabling significantly higher bandwidth and more flexible display configurations, docks like the UGREEN Maxidok series are positioned as early examples of the next generation of desktop connectivity accessories. For users building high-performance workstation setups around modern laptops, the docks offer a single-cable solution for displays, storage, networking, and charging without sacrificing performance.
Source: Ugreen
