Redmond, Wash. – June 17, 2025 - Plugable, a leading innovator in docking solutions and connectivity products, today enters the Thunderbolt™ 5 era with the launch of the Plugable 11-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station (TBT-UDT3). Designed with creators, power users, and IT professionals in mind, the TBT-UDT3 brings together next-generation bandwidth, robust display capabilities, and up to 140W of charging power in one sleek, future-ready device.

At the center of the TBT-UDT3 is Intel’s Thunderbolt 5 technology, featuring Bandwidth Boost up to 120Gbps. With three Thunderbolt 5 downstream ports, 140W host charging, 2.5Gbps Ethernet, and dual 8K display support, the dock is built for users who expect more from their workstation setup.

“Plugable has always been about solving real problems for real users. With the TBT-UDT3, we’re delivering a forward-looking docking solution that’s ready for the next generation of laptops in partnership with Intel. As we progress in this AI era, our displays become the window through which we multitask and orchestrate all the work being done by our agents. With Thunderbolt 5's 120Gbps connectivity enabling more and bigger displays, this is a huge productivity enabler.” said Bernie Thompson, Founder and CTO of Plugable. 

“Thunderbolt 5 introduces a new level of performance and connectivity,” said Ben Hacker, GM of the Client Connectivity Division at Intel. “We’re excited to partner with Plugable to bring their first Thunderbolt 5 docking station to market. Their commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions ensures users can fully harness the power of Thunderbolt 5—today and into the future.”

Optimized for What’s Next

From connecting your M4 Max to dual 6K Apple Pro Display XDRs, to adding blazing fast Thunderbolt 5 storage, the TBT-UDT3 is well suited for Thunderbolt 5 systems pushing the boundaries of productivity. The dock delivers strong performance for Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 users, too, with stable connectivity, broad compatibility, and high-speed data access in a compact footprint.

Built on Intel’s JHL9580 Thunderbolt 5 controller, the TBT-UDT3 supports up to 120 Gbps of downstream bandwidth using Bandwidth Boost, with three Thunderbolt 5 downstream ports providing 15W device charging and display connectivity. The dock delivers 140W of host power via USB-C Power Delivery 3.1 (EPR) and supports dual external displays up to 8K, depending on system and adapter configuration. A 2.5Gbps Ethernet port ensures high-speed network access, while onboard SD and microSD UHS-II card readers, three USB-A ports (up to 10Gbps), and a 3.5mm audio combo jack round out a high-performance, low-latency I/O suite. 

Shares Well With Others

The TBT-UDT3 features built-in support for Thunderbolt™ Share software, just download the software to your PCs and unlock a powerful set of tools for Windows users. Transfer files securely between two PCs at blazing Thunderbolt speeds, control both systems with a single monitor, keyboard, mouse, and even share audio and storage. Effortlessly migrate all your data from an old PC to a new one—faster than any other method. With full compatibility for Thunderbolt 4 and 5, the TBT-UDT3 is the ultimate hub for smooth, flexible dual-PC workflows.

Find more details on http://ThunderboltShare.com

Built For The Future. Support For Today.

The TBT-UDT3 is backed by Plugable’s industry-recognized North American support team and customer-first 2-year warranty. It’s a high-performance docking solution that looks ahead to what’s next, while ensuring a reliable and adaptable experience today.

Availability

The TBT-UDT3 is available directly from Plugable and on Amazon for $299.95 USD with a limited time 15% coupon, launching in North America with volume and business purchases through our affiliate partners.

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