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Anker Prime 14-in-2 Docking Station vs Microsoft Surface Dock 2: Comparison
Anker Prime 14-in-2 Docking Station and Microsoft Surface Dock 2 differ on power delivery: Anker Prime 14-in-2 Docking Station at 140W host charging, Microsoft Surface Dock 2 at 120 W, which puts Anker Prime 14-in-2 Docking Station ahead on that measure. They match on max display support and max display resolution.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Type | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 (dual-purpose charger and dock) | Surface Connect |
| Port Configuration | 1x TB4 upstream, 2x built-in AC wall outlets (integrated power adapter), 4x USB-A, 3x USB-C, 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort, SD + microSD, GbE | 1x Surface Connect host cable, 2x front USB-C 10Gbps (15W), 2x rear USB-C 10Gbps with DP 1.4 Alt Mode, 2x USB-A 10Gbps, 1x GbE, 1x 3.5mm combo audio |
| Max Display Support | Dual 4K | Dual 4K |
| Max Display Resolution | Dual 4K@60Hz | Dual 4K@60Hz |
| Total Ports | 14 dock ports + 2 built-in AC wall outlets | 7 |
| Power Delivery | 140W host charging | 120 W |
| Ethernet | Yes (GbE) | Yes |
| Brand | Anker | Microsoft |
| Model | Prime 14-in-2 Docking Station | Surface Dock 2 |
| OS Compatibility | Mac, Windows | Windows (Surface devices) |
| Price | ~$280 | ~$220 |
Verdict
Anker Prime 14-in-2 Docking Station
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely unique dual-purpose dock and charger, ideal for desks with limited wall outlets.
Microsoft Surface Dock 2
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The right dock only if your fleet is already standardized on Surface hardware.
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