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    HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON

    CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock vs OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock

    We compare the CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock and OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock head-to-head on performance, features, value, and more. Here's which one wins.

    Our Pick

    CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

    Scored 9.5/10 in our testing

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    Best Overall

    CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

    Best Thunderbolt 4 dock for Mac and PC power users who need maximum connectivity

    Overall:9.5/10Winner
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    Best Portable Dock

    OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock

    Best Thunderbolt 4 dock for users who move between home and office

    Overall:9/10
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    Score Breakdown

    CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 DockCategoryOWC Thunderbolt Go Dock
    9.5/10 ✓Performance8.8/10
    9.8/10 ✓Features8.5/10
    9/10 Ease of Use✓ 9.5/10
    8.5/10 Value✓ 8.8/10
    9.5/10 ✓Overall9/10

    Specs Comparison

    CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 DockSpecOWC Thunderbolt Go Dock
    18 ports totalPortsUltra-portable bus-powered
    Thunderbolt 4 upstream + 3x Thunderbolt 4 downstreamThunderboltThunderbolt 4
    98W to laptopPower DeliveryBus-powered (no AC adapter)
    Dual 4K displays via ThunderboltVideoDual 4K displays
    3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps)USB-AVery light — travel friendly

    CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

    Pros

    • + 18 ports — most of any Thunderbolt 4 dock
    • + 3 downstream Thunderbolt 4 ports unique
    • + 98W power delivery — max for most laptops
    • + Excellent Mac and PC compatibility

    Cons

    • − Most expensive dock in the lineup
    • − Large footprint on desk
    • − Some ports underutilized by average users

    OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock

    Pros

    • + No AC adapter — truly portable
    • + Dual 4K display support
    • + Thunderbolt 4 certified
    • + Extremely compact for travel

    Cons

    • − No laptop power delivery (bus-powered only)
    • − Fewer ports than powered docks
    • − Thunderbolt laptop required for full function

    Our Verdict

    Based on our scoring, the CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock comes out on top with an overall score of 9.5/10. CalDigit's TS4 has 18 ports — more than any competing Thunderbolt dock — and all of them work reliably. Three downstream Thunderbolt 4 ports are unprecedented: connect two 4K displays and a high-speed storage array simultaneously. 98W power delivery keeps even MacBook Pro 16" fully charged under load. CalDigit's build quality and Mac compatibility are industry-leading.

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