Thunderbolt is a hardware interface used for connecting accessories and peripherals to your Mac desktop and notebook.

Here are the best Thunderbolt accessories for your Mac available today.

Of course, there are many reasonably priced external monitors available.

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It’s also factory-calibrated and Calman and Pantone verified, so it’s ready to use right away.

The dock is well-made and has the same finish as the space-gray MacBooks.

The adapter is plug-and-play and works with all devices with USB-C, Thunderbolt 3, or Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.

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The SSD delivers incredible transfer speeds of up to 2800MB/s.

Tank-like build quality and military-grade protection make this external SSD stand out.

One model you should consider is the Razer Core X.

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It can take three-slot, full-size PCIe desktop graphic cards.

The chassis houses a massive 650W power supply, with laptop charging support of up to 100W.

As with most types of computer cables, some cables are dirt cheap and not worth your time.

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Others are made from premium material and are way beyond the needs of most users.

For a solid balance, consider the Plugable Thunderbolt 3 Cable.

It comes in two different lengths: 0.8 meters and two meters.

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The two-meter cable only supports 20Gbps, but the 0.8-meter provides the full 40Gbps transfer speed.

What makes it stand out from the other Thunderbolt 4 hubs is the four USB-A ports.

Pair it with an M.2 SSD of your choice and enjoy faster transfer speeds of up to 1553MB/s.

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FAQ

Q: Is Thunderbolt Better Than USB-C?

Q: Are Thunderbolt Docks Worth It?

Q: Do All Macs Support the Same throw in of Thunderbolt Accessories?

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Support for Thunderbolt accessories used to be standard across all Mac desktops and notebooks.

However, things changed with the transition to Apple’s silicon.

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CalDigit TS3 Plus Ports

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Silver CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 Element hub shown charging eight devices

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