The Floor Dock 2 packs in trendy ports, sooner speeds, and might energy any Floor gadget.
For
Has 4 whole USB-C ports
Helps as much as 10Gbps switch speeds
Helps greater energy supply (As much as 120W to a Floor gadget)
Can drive two 4K shows at 60Hz or two 5K shows at 30Hz
Towards
Solely works with newer Floor gadgets
Dearer
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The unique Floor Dock nonetheless has loads of ports, nevertheless it falls in need of the Floor Dock 2 until you are on older {hardware}.
For
Works with older Floor gadgets
Has MiniDisplayPorts
Towards
Slower switch speeds
Decrease decision cap
Decrease energy output can depart gadgets draining whereas plugged in
Costly for outdated {hardware}
The Floor Dock and Floor Dock 2 are equipment that let you join a number of gadgets and peripherals to your Floor. You may connect gadgets like keyboards, mice, and webcams and push your Floor gadget’s show output to a number of exterior displays.
Each docks even have Ethernet ports, permitting you to have a rock-solid connection to the web. The gadget permits you to arrange dock a everlasting surroundings with of your gadgets and equipment after which plug the dock into your Floor utilizing the Floor Join port.
Technical specs
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The Floor Dock 2 is a couple of years outdated now, however has USB-C ports to work with trendy gadgets, has higher charging capabilities, and higher help for exterior shows. It even has an extended cable than the unique dock to make it simpler to attach your Floor to the dock.