Anker 568 USB-C Docking Station Review

Performance

Anker scores 7.3 here, which lands in the “Crisp, stable video” lane for this category. The core reason is straightforward: the dock supports dual displays with two video outputs, HDMI and DisplayPort. It targets up to 2 displays, with each display rated for up to 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz.

In real desk use, that means you can run a common 4K monitor on HDMI and another 4K display on DisplayPort without having to hunt for the “right” cable order. It also matters that the dock is not trying to create video from USB data modes that can be more finicky. The published spec is specific: one HDMI port and one DisplayPort port.

On the day to day performance side, the dock’s job is to keep video stable while the laptop also charges and peripherals stay active. The 100 W power delivery rating helps keep that load predictable, which reduces the odds of the classic “it looks fine until I plug in something else” pattern. The dock also adds quick file workflow support via its SD and microSD card reader slots, which can keep you from moving large files through slower paths while your monitors stay running.

Connectivity

Anker scores 7.7 for Connectivity and that matches “Well-balanced workstation ports.” This dock gives you 4 USB data ports in total. The published layout is 1 USB-C data port plus 3 USB-A ports, which covers the everyday mix: a mouse or keyboard in USB-A, a faster thumb drive in USB-A, and at least one USB-C option for newer peripherals.

For video, you get 1 x HDMI and 1 x DisplayPort. For networking, you get a single Ethernet port rated at 1 Gbps. For file transfers, you also get an SD and a microSD card reader. Together, this port map fits the common “two monitors plus everyday desk gear” routine.

The weakness is not the layout. It is the math. With only 3 USB-A plus 1 USB-C data port, you will likely hit limits if you run a webcam, audio interface, external drive, and a fast card reader all at once. The dock also skips the kind of richer networking or extra downstream charging controls you see on larger docking stations, but that is a trade for the tighter port count.

Power

Anker scores 7.6 on Power, which aligns with “Stable PD under load.” The dock’s pass-through power delivery is rated up to 100 W. That is the key number for laptop users who want one cable to handle charging while the dual-display setup stays active.

This dock also keeps the power story tied to real workflow loads. It supports two displays and up to 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz, plus it has 4 USB data ports and an SD and microSD card reader. In other words, you are not just charging in a vacuum. The dock is built for common office traffic: monitors, a few USB peripherals, and occasional card reads.

Where this matters most is negotiation stability. A 100 W rating does not guarantee every laptop will always draw the same current, but it gives the dock headroom to avoid falling back to slow charging when the laptop screen and peripherals are working together. If you regularly connect power hungry devices through the USB-A ports, this rating makes the dock more likely to keep behavior consistent rather than throttling in practice.

Compatibility

Anker scores 7.1 for Compatibility and sits in the “Good support, some quirks” range. The dock is host-connected over USB-C, and its display method is direct and simple: one HDMI and one DisplayPort for up to 2 displays. That reduces some of the complexity that comes with certain multi-display approaches.

The published max display target is also clear: dual displays up to 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz using HDMI and DisplayPort simultaneously. Clear targets help with predictable detection on Windows and macOS setups that support USB-C display output. It also helps users who swap monitors often, since they can stick to a known cable mapping.

Still, compatibility is not only about “it works.” Sleep and wake issues, or occasional renegotiation after monitor power cycling, can show up even with good docks. This dock’s spec focus does not mention anything like MST, so you should expect the dual output to rely on the dock and host being willing to run both display paths cleanly. If your routine involves heavy sleep mode use, plan on testing the exact monitor pair you use most, at the highest mode you intend to run.

Value

Anker scores 8.6 for Value, which maps to “Strong features for the price.” The dock hits a practical set of work needs with specific specs that cover real tasks. It supports dual-display output up to 2 displays, using HDMI plus DisplayPort, with each path rated at up to 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz.

It also pairs that display support with 100 W USB-C power delivery and 4 total USB data ports. The SD and microSD card reader adds a simple way to move files without extra USB adapters. And networking at 1 Gbps gives you a wired option for stable video calls or basic office bandwidth needs.

The trade-off is visible in the cons: too few USB ports and gigabit-limited networking. If you work with large external drives, backup tools, or heavy file transfers, 1 Gbps can feel constraining versus faster links. And if your desk already uses multiple USB devices, 4 ports total may force an added hub. Even with those limits, the dock’s combination of dual 4K at 60 Hz support plus 100 W pass-through charging keeps it in the strong value lane. It is a focused dock for everyday setups rather than a one-stop hub for every peripheral imaginable.