Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station A83B5, 14-Port Thunderbolt 5

The Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station A83B5 is a 14-port Thunderbolt 5 dock for compatible Thunderbolt 5/4 laptops. It claims up to 140W charging and up to 8K display output, but display support depends on the host laptop and connection configuration.

At a glance

The listed port mix includes Thunderbolt 5 upstream and downstream connections, USB-C and USB-A, SD and TF readers, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, audio and an HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 2.1 output.
The listing claims up to 8K at 60Hz on one display and dual 8K at 60Hz on Thunderbolt 5 Windows laptops.
The upstream Thunderbolt 5 port is claimed to provide up to 140W with PD 3.1. The two front USB-C ports share 45W.
An active cooling system is specified. The claimed transfer example is a 150GB file in 25 seconds.

Price

€299.90Save 25%

Reference price: ~~€399.90~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Broad stated connectivity combines display, network, audio, card-reader and USB connections in one dock.
Up to 140W upstream charging can serve a compatible laptop, while the front USB-C ports provide a separate shared 45W.
Customer feedback describes the dock as well-built and compact, and some customers appreciate its built-in power supply.

Cons

Customer feedback is mixed on reliability and connectivity, including reports of dropped connections.
Customers have differing impressions of noise and value, with some describing it as noisy or expensive.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Identity
Brand	Anker
Model	A83B5
Compatible devices	Thunderbolt 5/4 Laptops

Ports and connectivity
Total ports	14
USB ports	5
HDMI ports	1
Listed interfaces	HDMI, Thunderbolt, Thunderbolt 4, USB 2.0, USB 3.0 Type C

Power and display
Wattage	140 watts

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions (L x W x H)	6.2L x 4.7W x 23.2H centimetres
Weight listed	1086 Grams

Other details
Colour	Gray
Input voltage	100 Volts (AC)

What to know before buying

Display output varies by host: the listing says standard M1, M2 and M3 MacBooks and Windows laptops limited to DisplayPort Alt Mode support only one external display. Dual 8K at 60Hz is claimed specifically for Thunderbolt 5 Windows laptops. Confirm host and port compatibility before buying.

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent or unconfirmed: the title names HDMI, while the feature list says HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 2.1, and the hardware-interface field also lists Thunderbolt 4. The stated 14-port total and 140W maximum do not establish the exact port-by-port configuration or charging delivered in a particular setup. The dimensions and 100 Volts (AC) input-voltage entry are also worth confirming for the intended installation.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Thunderbolt 5 or 4 laptop users who want a desktop dock with multiple connection types and high-power laptop charging.
Users planning external displays who have checked that their laptop supports the required display mode and output combination.

Less suited to

Users who need guaranteed dual-display support from a standard M1, M2 or M3 MacBook or a Windows laptop limited to DisplayPort Alt Mode.
Buyers seeking a dock with reliably quiet operation or consistent connectivity, given the mixed customer feedback.

Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station A83B5, 14-Port Thunderbolt 5 · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.1 / 5 · 86 ratings

5 stars66%66%
4 stars8%8%
3 stars10%10%
2 stars7%7%
1 star9%9%

Customer feedback highlights perceived build quality, compact size and appreciation for the built-in power supply. Reliability and connectivity draw mixed reports, including some accounts of dropped connections. Noise and value are also divisive. Those experiences matter for a dock intended to handle multiple peripherals and displays, but the feedback does not establish how any individual unit will perform.

Positive themes

Customers describe the dock as well-built and compact.
Some customers appreciate the built-in power supply.

Mixed feedback

Customers report mixed reliability experiences, ranging from trouble-free use to concerns about faults.
Connectivity feedback is mixed, with reports of dropped connections.
Customers differ on noise level and value for money.

Frequently asked questions

Will this dock drive two external displays?

It depends on the laptop. The listing claims dual 8K at 60Hz for Thunderbolt 5 Windows laptops, while standard M1, M2 and M3 MacBooks and Windows laptops limited to DisplayPort Alt Mode are stated to support only one external display.

How much charging does it provide?

The listing claims up to 140W from the Thunderbolt 5 upstream port with PD 3.1. Its two front USB-C ports share a total of 45W.

What connections are listed?

The feature list names Thunderbolt 5 upstream and downstream ports, USB-C, USB-A, SD and TF readers, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, audio and an HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 2.1 port. The hardware-interface details conflict on the exact display connection, so confirm the selected configuration.