CalDigit Element 5 Hub review: A fast and reliable Thunderbolt 5 hub with only the essentials

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As Thunderbolt 5 devices become more widely available, the CalDigit Element 5 Hub offers a compact, no-frills expansion option with only the essential ports.

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CalDigit Element 5 Hub review: The CalDigit Element 5 Hub adds more Thunderbolt 5 ports to your setup

Thunderbolt 5 was finalized in 2024, but it wasn’t until January’s CES 2025 show that we started to see devices get announced. CalDigit, known for its excellent peripherals, was quick as always with its Element5 Hub.

It was soon followed by its more full-featured docks, but the Element 5 Hub is great for something more affordable and compact. Plus, it still has eight downstream ports to utilize.

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