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CalDigit Element Hub vs Lenovo Legion Gen 2 USB-C Gaming Dock: Comparison
CalDigit Element Hub and Lenovo Legion Gen 2 USB-C Gaming Dock separate most on total ports: CalDigit Element Hub at 8, Lenovo Legion Gen 2 USB-C Gaming Dock at 9, 11% in favour of Lenovo Legion Gen 2 USB-C Gaming Dock.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Type | Thunderbolt 4 | USB4 (USB-C, gaming-focused) |
| Port Configuration | 1x TB4 host, 3x TB4 downstream 40Gbps, 4x USB-A 10Gbps | 1x USB-C upstream (USB4), 4x USB-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort, 1x SD card slot, 1x 2.5GbE |
| Max Display Support | Dual 4K | Dual 4K |
| Max Display Resolution | Single 8K@60Hz or dual 4K@60Hz | Dual 4K@144Hz (HDMI 2.1) |
| Total Ports | 8-11% | 9 |
| Power Delivery | 60 W | 135W host charging |
| Ethernet | No | Yes (2.5GbE) |
| Brand | CalDigit | Lenovo |
| Model | Element Hub | Legion Gen 2 USB-C Gaming Dock |
| OS Compatibility | Mac, Windows, iPadOS, ChromeOS | Windows |
| Price | ~$100 | ~$250 |
Verdict
CalDigit Element Hub
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible budget entry point into Thunderbolt 4 port expansion, not a dock replacement.
Lenovo Legion Gen 2 USB-C Gaming Dock
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The clear pick for Legion or other gaming laptop owners who want high refresh rate external displays.
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