Kensington sent me a review sample of its new SD5768T EQ docking station to test.
It had no input on the content of the review.
At the time of writing this review, it’s available atB&H for $299.99.
The front of the Kensington SD5768T EQ has easy access to SD/microSD card readers, USB-A, audio, and Thunderbolt ports.
Built into the dock are 13 total ports, including the host Thunderbolt 4 (TB4) hookup.
The back of the dock is where you’ll find the ports that receive less frequent action.
It’s also the go-to for an 8K display at up to a 60Hz refresh rate.
The front of the Kensington SD5768T EQ has easy access to SD/microSD card readers, USB-A, audio, and Thunderbolt ports.
The lack of certified laptops, at least up until this point, is a major obstacle.
That’s where the Kensington SD5768T EQ comes in.
The dock can’t be used vertically unless you add a bracket, which is sold separately.
Some docks give you the option for both orientations with their design and included accessories.
Getting into more serious drawbacks, the 1Gbps Ethernet port feels a bit weak on a $300 dock.
Having a more robust port with support for higher speeds would be appreciated.
The dock has two sizes of Kensington’s own lock slots to secure the hardware to your desk.
And finally, the biggest obstacle for some might be the Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.
Your laptops are new enough to include Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 5.
Your external monitors have HDMI connections.
A look at my test setup for Thunderbolt Share, including the Kensington SD5768T EQ dock, HP Spectre x360, and ThinkPad X1 Carbon.
You should not buy this if …
Your PC lacks a Thunderbolt 4 or 5 connection.
You need more than one downstream Thunderbolt 4 port.
Controlling a secondary laptop connected to my main PC with Thunderbolt Share.(Image credit: Future)
You have no use for a tool like Intel’s Thunderbolt Share.
In terms of the absolutebest Thunderbolt 4 dockson the market,CalDigit’s TS4 I reviewedcontinues to reign supreme.
Coming in at a close second, especially if affordability is an issue, isKensington’s SD5780T.
A look at the file transfer tool in Intel Thunderbolt Share.(Image credit: Future)
However, for those who often collaborate or swap between systems, it should prove to be extremely useful.
Need a capable Thunderbolt 4 dock that can bridge two uncertified laptops with Intel Thunderbolt Share?
Kensington’s SD5768T EQ is the best option on the market.
The Sync tool in Thunderbolt Share lets you keep files the same across PCs.(Image credit: Future)
A look at the Kensington SD5768T EQ’s rear ports, including dual HDMI, dual USB-A, USB-C, and 1Gbps Ethernet.
Kensington’s SD5768T EQ dock can connect two laptops with Thunderbolt Share, even if the laptops aren’t certified for the tool.
