OWC has expanded its Thunderbolt 5 lineup with a new dock aimed at users who want a cleaner desktop setup without relying on a collection of adapters. The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock with Dual HDMI combines display connectivity, high-speed storage, networking, memory card readers and laptop charging through a single Thunderbolt connection.

Alongside the new dock, OWC has also introduced a 1.5-meter version of its Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable, giving users a little more freedom when arranging their desks and workstations.

OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock Brings More Connections Together

The main highlight of the new dock is its two built-in HDMI 2.1 ports. This allows compatible monitors with HDMI connections to be plugged directly into the dock instead of requiring additional display adapters.

A single Thunderbolt 5 connection to the host computer can handle multiple parts of a workstation at the same time, including displays, storage, networking and power.

For demanding laptops, the dock can provide up to 140 W of Power Delivery. OWC says this is enough to keep high-performance MacBook Pro and Windows laptops charged while connected devices are being used.

There is also a front-facing USB-C port capable of delivering up to 30 W, which can be useful for quickly charging a phone or tablet while working.

Dual 4K 240 Hz or 8K Displays

Display support is another major part of the dock. When paired with a Thunderbolt 5 host, the two HDMI outputs can support dual 4K displays at up to 240 Hz or dual 8K displays at 60 Hz with DSC.

Users can also add a third display through Thunderbolt or USB-C, depending on the system and display configuration.

That makes the dock particularly interesting for creators, editors and professionals who work across multiple screens.

Fast Storage and 2.5GbE Networking

OWC has also focused on high-speed data transfer. The dock includes a downstream Thunderbolt 5 port that can be used with compatible external SSDs and RAID storage.

For wired networking, there is a 2.5GbE Ethernet connection, giving users faster network performance for large file transfers, NAS access and other bandwidth-heavy workloads.

Photographers and video professionals also get built-in UHS-II SD and microSD card slots, allowing media to be transferred directly without adding a separate card reader.

The dock also supports OWC’s Innergize software when used with compatible OWC Atlas SD memory cards. This provides tools for checking card health, performance and firmware updates.

Designed for Mac and Windows

The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock with Dual HDMI is not limited to Thunderbolt 5 computers. OWC says it works with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3 on Mac, USB4 and USB-C hosts across Mac and Windows systems.

The dock can also be positioned either horizontally or vertically, giving users more flexibility depending on their desk setup.

OWC includes its Dock Ejector software for safely disconnecting attached drives with a single action. On macOS, an included driver also allows an Apple SuperDrive to work through the dock.

New 1.5-Meter Thunderbolt 5 Cable

Along with the dock, OWC is expanding its Thunderbolt 5 cable range with a new 1.5-meter USB-C cable.

The cable supports up to 80 Gb/s of bidirectional data transfer and can provide up to 120 Gb/s of bandwidth for supported display applications. It is also rated to deliver up to 240 W of power for compatible laptops and devices.

OWC says the cable can be used with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4 and USB-C devices, including Macs, PCs, iPads, Chromebooks and Surface systems.

It can also connect compatible docks, displays, external SSDs, RAID systems, PCIe expansion devices and other accessories.

The 1.5-meter cable comes with a three-year OWC limited warranty.

Price and Availability

The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock with Dual HDMI is scheduled to become generally available in November 2026 for $349.99.

The new 1.5-meter OWC Thunderbolt 5 USB-C Cable is expected to arrive in mid-October 2026 and will cost $58.99.

Both products will also be shown publicly at IBC 2026, which runs from September 11 to 14 at RAI Amsterdam. OWC will be exhibiting in Hall 7, Booth 7.A60.

Final Thoughts

OWC’s latest Thunderbolt 5 additions are clearly aimed at people who want fewer cables and adapters without giving up high-speed connectivity. The new dock combines dual HDMI, fast storage, 2.5GbE networking, card readers and high-power charging into one workstation-focused solution.

The $349.99 price puts it firmly in the premium dock category, but its combination of dual high-refresh-rate display support, Thunderbolt 5 storage connectivity and 140 W charging could make it a useful option for demanding professional setups.

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