In this head-to-head comparison, the Plugable UD-6950PDZ takes on the Targus Universal USB-C DV4K Dock (DOCK180USZ). We’ll size up which docking station is best for universal compatibility across a wide range of host laptops. 

Feature Comparison:

Features Plugable UD-6950PDZ Targus DOCK180USZ
Power Delivery 100W Power Delivery 60W Power Delivery
External Display Support 3x 4K 60Hz 2x 4K 60Hz
Video Outputs 3x Displays via, 3x HDMI or 3x DisplayPort 2x Displays via, 2x HDMI or 2x DisplayPort
Video Technology DisplayLink DL-6950+ USB-C Alt Mode DisplayLink DL-6950
USB Ports 6x USB 3.0 3x USB 3.0, 1x USB 3.0 With Charging, 1x USB-C Data Only
Audio Port 1x TRRS Combo Audio In/Out Headset Jack 1x TRRS Combo Audio In/Out Headset Jack
Ethernet 1x Gigabit Ethernet Port 1x Gigabit Ethernet Port
Enterprise Technical Support Lifetime Support 90 Days

Display Output: Triple 4K Displays vs. Dual Limitations:

While both the UD-6950PDZ and the Targus DOCK180USZ offer DisplayLink technology, the UD-6950PDZ sets itself apart with a hybrid design that features native video USB-C Alt Mode as well. While two out of the three HDMI and DisplayPort display groupings (i.e., Display 2 and Display 3) use DisplayLink, the first display output is powered through USB-C Alt Mode. 

The benefit of having a native USB-C Alt Mode port is it leverages your system’s native GPU output, resulting in minimal latency ideal for rendering, graphic design, and real-time software tasks.

This combination of features makes the UD-6950PDZ dock great for even M1, M2, and M3 Macs, whereas the Targus DOCK180USZ can only deliver two displays.

100W Power Delivery—The New Standard:

From ultrabooks to mobile workstations, today’s laptops vary widely in their power requirements. A dock that falls short can result in slower charging, reduced performance, or even battery drain during use.

In a work environment, laptops can vary widely in their power requirements depending on which user is using the dock.The UD-6950PDZ delivers a full 100W of charging power—ideal for power-hungry laptops like the MacBook Pro, Dell XPS 15, or the Lenovo P series workstations.

In contrast, the Targus DOCK180USZ maxes out at 60W, which may fall short for adequately charging a laptop while under heavy load. No more asking, “Will this dock be enough for this laptop?”

Lifetime Technical Customer Support:

While Targus only offers a limited 90-day support window for enterprise users, Plugable backs the UD-6950PDZ with lifetime technical support from our North American-based team. That means fewer headaches for corporate IT teams and quicker issue resolution, critical when standardizing across multiple workstations.

With Plugable’s easy evaluation, return, and warranty policies, as well as extensive resources such as updated knowledge base articles, community forums, and FAQs, Plugable is committed to providing reliable and accessible support when needed. 

Additionally, Plugable's Watts AI chat is available 24/7, offering a convenient and efficient self-serve option for troubleshooting and questions at your fingertips.

Conclusion: The UD-6950PDZ Is the Clear Winner

While both docks perform well in the basics, the Plugable UD-6950PDZ has a more advanced feature set that would be ideal for IT managers looking to employ this docking station in a fleet of laptops.

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