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3 best Surface Pro 8 docking stations for extended connectivity
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The Surface Pro 8, like its predecessors, is becoming a preferred choice of computer for many users.
Its ability to perform as both a PC and a tablet is an incentive for people who handle different tasks using their computers.
While it is lightweight and packs enough computing power to be considered a primary computer, the device lacks some features.
In this guide, we will look at 3 of the best docking stations that’ll help you increase functionality for your Surface Pro 8.
What are the best Surface Pro docking stations?
Surface Dock 2
Microsoft’s Surface Dock 2 is an excellent choice for a Surface Pro user.
It comes loaded with features that enable you to seamlessly transform your Surface Pro into a more powerful system.
These include 4 USB-C (gen 2) ports, an additional 2 USB-A ports, a 3.5mm audio jack, security lock support, and a 1 gigabyte Ethernet port.
Such connectivity features make the easy and possible to make the Surface Pro 8 your main PC.
Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock
The Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock comes in second as a choice pick for your Surface Pro 8.
It is considered one of the best third-party products that will go well with your Surface Pro 8.
This dock has a built-in USB-C charge charger that will keep your device charged at all times.
Other features include dual monitor support for 2 4K @ 60Hz displays, 10 ports for added connectivity and RGB lighting if you want to create some atmospheric lights.
Kensington SD2500T Thunderbolt 3docking station
The Kensington SD2500T is another ideal third-party product for your Surface Pro 8.
This product allows you to expand functionality withIntel’s Thunderbolt 3technology which is compatible with devices such as your Surface pro 8.
If you wish to connect your Surface Pro 8 to external monitors, you have the option of 2 4K UHD @ 60HZ and 1 8K UHD @ 30HZ using the Thunderbolt 3 port.
Other ports such as the USB-C offers great support for extra monitors to keep your workflow at an optimum level.
The 120-watt power supply delivers 60Watts which is enough to deliver power to peripherals like your mouse, keyboards and hard drives as well as charge your phone or tablet.
A proper docking system is more than enough to coversome of the issuesthat have been experienced by Surface Pro users.
If your wish is to increase functionality such as the Surface Pro 8 docking station dual monitor connection, then any of these products will work just fine.
Finally, don’t forget to let us know which docking station you picked for your device in the comment section.
Vlad Turiceanu
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Passionate about technology,Windows, and everything that has a power button, he spent most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, with a complete expertise in touch-based devices, he is constantly keeping an eye out for the latest and greatest!
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Vlad Turiceanu
Windows Editor
Coming from a solid background in PC building and software development, he’s a Windows 11 Privacy & Security expert.
