We are delighted to introduce the CalDigit Element 5 Hub (E5), which builds on the previous Thunderbolt 4 version of this versatile device by incorporating the latest Thunderbolt 5 technology. CalDigit’s first Thunderbolt 5 product is our most powerful hub ever created.
The E5 features more ports than any other Thunderbolt hub on the market, with 9 ports of powerful connectivity. Not only does this hub feature plenty of connectivity, it also features next level power with up to 120Gb/s performance thanks to the latest Thunderbolt 5 technology. This makes it ideal for the newest Apple M4 Macs featuring the same 120Gb/s Thunderbolt 5 ports.
Typically Thunderbolt hubs tend to feature dynamic charging where host charging power decreases as more devices are connected. The Element 5 Hub’s compact 180W power supply allows the hub to consistently supply 90W to the host computer, 15W from each downstream Thunderbolt 5 port, and 7.5W from all of the USB ports. It does this consistently without decreasing power.
The E5 features 2x USB-C (10Gb/s) ports and 3x USB-A (10Gb/s) ports. In addition, the spare downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports can be used to connect additional USB-C devices, as well as Thunderbolt devices.
When connecting displays to the E5, Mac users can connect up to 2x 4K 240Hz, 2x 6K 60Hz or 2x 8K 60Hz displays on Macs that support dual displays at those resolutions. Windows Thunderbolt 5 users can connect up to 3x displays on Thunderbolt 5 Windows PCs that can support 3x displays*.
*macOS does not support triple displays on M4 Macs via a single Thunderbolt 5 connection. Check to see if your Windows Thunderbolt 5 PC supports triple displays. For full monitor compatibility check the Element 5 Hub webpage.
Price & Availability
The E5 is available to purchase from today in the United States direct from the CalDigit US Online Store. It will be available in the UK and EU from mid to late February 2025 via CalDigit.
The Element 5 Hub is priced at $249.95 in the US, £249.99 in the UK, and €249.99** in the EU.
**Euro price excludes VAT.
