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The Kensington SD4781P EQ is one of those “grown-up” docks that just tends to behave. For a UK business environment, that’s the real selling point: solid USB-C docking with plenty of monitor flexibility and a layout that’s generally friendly for daily use. At £236.17 ex‑VAT, it’s not cheap, so I’d only recommend it if you actually need the kind of dual‑4K, workhorse setup (think office staff, finance, reception, operations) rather than a one-screen laptop + basic peripherals scenario.
Where it makes sense is for teams standardising on a reliable dock across lots of desks—especially if you care about consistent display performance and not faffing about with flaky USB-C adapters. Where I’d hesitate is if your needs are modest (single monitor, occasional use) or you’re buying for a one-off role; in those cases you’ll usually get better value with a simpler dock and spend the difference on something else that matters (more RAM/SSD, a second monitor, support plan). If you tell me how many monitors you’re running and what laptop models you’ve got, I can give a straight “yes, this fits” or “nah, save your money” call.

Universal Compatibility
Supports USB-C® and legacy USB-A laptops running Windows 7 or above, macOS 10.14 or above and Chrome OS 44 or above.
Sustainability Attributes
The plastic in this product contains up to 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content.*Does not include the cable, power supply or power cords
Secure Screw Lock Connection
Host USB-C cable includes a screw lock to ensure the cable remains in place even in busy office environments.

Multiple Ports
Supports USB-C® and delivers speeds up to 10Gbps via 1 x USB-C® port and 5 x USB-A ports. Also includes 2 x HDMI® 2.0 ports, 2 x DP++ 1.2 ports, Gigabit Ethernet port and an audio combo jack.

Dual 4K Video via HDMI® 2.0 and DP++ 1.2
Four video ports allow you to select between HDMI® 2.0 and DP++ 1.2 without the need for cumbersome adapters. Also enables dual screen supports for M1/M2/M3 MacBooks.

Up to 100W Power Delivery
Delivers power to laptop, docking station and connected accessories. Supports up to 100W for USB-C® Alt Mode laptops. USB-A laptops require an alternative source of power, sold separately.

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