Ethernet: We verified the connection speed in Network Utility on a Mac, which displays the link speed. We've tested the best cables, hubs, and dongles to help you connect your all your peripherals to your new laptop, even if it has only USB-C ports. Apple’s move to its own silicon has yielded impressive results, and the MacBook Air with its M2 processor is an easy recommendation for almost anyone.

Up to 96W power deliver/charging to connected host. USB port provides up to 1.5A of power for bus powered drives and device charging. Thunderbolt 4 ports for device connection provide up to 15W of power. Actual display support varies upon computer specifications. Supported Intel-based Mac models and Thunderbolt 4 PCs support two displays over Thunderbolt. The following Apple M1 (Apple Silicon) Mac models support a single display over Thunderbolt:

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Manage additional devices: Connect more storage, up to two 4K displays or one 5K/6K/8K display, and accessories... you name it, you can use it

Reinvent the chain: Create multiple independent “tree branches” and connect multiple bus-powered devices.More reliable sharing and streaming: Gigabit Ethernet eliminates low-quality, patchy Wi-Fi — ideal for IP-based workflows and secured networks The minimum requirements for USB 4 are much lower at 20Gbps, while Thunderbolt 4 is at 32Gbps. Likewise, the minimum power requirements for Thunderbolt 4 are double those of USB 4 at 15W versus 7.5W.