ProGrade’s New Thunderbolt 5 Dock

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ProGrade Digital has released a new Thunderbolt 5 dock for photographers and other creatives who need fast, reliable connections for demanding workflows. The PG25 Pro is built around the new Thunderbolt 5 standard, which supports data transfer speeds up to 80Gbps, enough bandwidth for handling large RAW files, multi-stream 8K footage, or complex tethered setups. While Thunderbolt 5 is still new, it is beginning to appear in high-end computers, and docks like this are helping it become a more practical tool for creative studios.

The PG25 Pro includes one Thunderbolt 5 port that can deliver up to 140W of power for charging, plus three additional downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports rated at 15W each. It also features a mix of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C ports, a 2.5GbE Ethernet connection for faster network transfers, and a 3.5mm audio jack. In terms of displays, the dock supports two 8K 60Hz monitors or three 4K 144Hz screens, which gives plenty of room for multitasking or colour-accurate video work. ProGrade is also offering matching 4K and 8K HDMI-to-USB-C adapter cables for those using external monitors in higher-resolution workflows.

The design follows ProGrade’s usual modular approach, with a magnetic top panel that allows stacking compatible readers, hubs, or SSDs to save desk space. Since it uses an external power supply, it is clearly intended for a fixed studio setup rather than mobile work. The dock works with both macOS and Windows systems and is priced at $299.99.