{"id":2875,"date":"2025-07-04T10:01:12","date_gmt":"2025-07-04T08:01:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.batteriedeportable.com\/guides-et-conseils\/comparison-three-laptop-docking-stations\/"},"modified":"2025-07-04T10:01:12","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T08:01:12","slug":"comparison-three-laptop-docking-stations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.batterylaptop.co.uk\/guides\/comparison-three-laptop-docking-stations\/","title":{"rendered":"Comparison of three laptop docking stations"},"content":{"rendered":"

Why use a docking station?<\/h2>\n

A docking station lets you turn a laptop into a desktop<\/b> in just a few seconds. It provides simultaneous connection for a monitor, keyboard, mouse, external drive, Ethernet network<\/b>, and more. This accessory is particularly useful for laptops with limited ports. Using a USB 3.0 port is essential<\/b>, and USB\u2011C models will be reviewed separately in a dedicated comparison.<\/p>\n

Models tested<\/h2>\n

Our review covers three recent models:<\/p>\n

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  • Fujitsu PR7.1 \u2013 S26391\u2011F6007\u2011L310<\/b>\n

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  • ThinkPad Pro Dock<\/b>\n

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  • HP 3005pr<\/b>\n

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    Connectivity compared<\/h2>\n

    Ports and capabilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Model<\/b><\/td>\nUSB 3.0<\/b><\/td>\nUSB 2.0<\/b><\/td>\nVideo outputs<\/b><\/td>\nAudio<\/b><\/td>\nEthernet<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Fujitsu PR7.1<\/td>\n2 (1 fast charge)<\/td>\n\u2013<\/td>\nHDMI, DVI<\/td>\n\u2013<\/td>\nRJ-45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    ThinkPad Pro Dock<\/td>\n3 (1 QuickCharge)<\/td>\n2<\/td>\nDisplayPort, DVI<\/td>\nHeadset+mic<\/td>\nRJ-45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    HP 3005pr<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n4<\/td>\nDisplayPort, HDMI<\/td>\nHeadphones, mic<\/td>\nRJ-45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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    • ThinkPad<\/b> and HP<\/b> models offer excellent USB flexibility<\/b>.<\/li>\n
    • All three include LAN connectivity<\/b>.<\/li>\n
    • ThinkPad<\/b> and HP<\/b> models provide multi\u2011monitor support<\/b>, unlike the Fujitsu version.<\/li>\n
    • Only the latter two have audio inputs<\/b>; the Fujitsu has none.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Compatibility and box contents<\/h2>\n

      Supported operating systems<\/h3>\n
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      • The ThinkPad<\/b> dock works with Windows 7 and later<\/b>, as well as macOS<\/b>.<\/li>\n
      • The Fujitsu and HP models also support Windows Vista and XP<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        H3: Box contents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
        Model<\/b><\/td>\nPower supply<\/b><\/td>\nCables<\/b><\/td>\nAdapters<\/b><\/td>\nDrivers<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Fujitsu PR7.1<\/td>\n20 W<\/td>\nUSB 3.0 A\u2192B<\/td>\n\u2013<\/td>\nDriver CD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        ThinkPad<\/td>\n45 W<\/td>\nUSB 3.0 A\u2192B<\/td>\nDVI\u2192VGA<\/td>\n\u2013<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        HP 3005pr<\/td>\n65 W<\/td>\nUSB 3.0 A\u2192B<\/td>\nHDMI\u2192DVI, USB\u2011C\u2192A<\/td>\n\u2013<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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        • \nFujitsu is the only one to include a driver CD<\/b>, useful with older systems.<\/li>\n
        • ThinkPad and HP supply audio\/video adapters<\/b>, which Fujitsu does not.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Design and dimensions<\/h2>\n

          The Fujitsu PR7.1<\/b> makes up for its lack of ports with its compact size<\/b>, making it more portable and easier to set up<\/b> than the other two, especially the HP, which is twice as large<\/b>.<\/p>\n

          Performance results<\/h2>\n

          Test methodology<\/h3>\n
            \n
          • Setup<\/b>: Core i5 laptop, 8 GB RAM, SSD.<\/li>\n
          • Tests<\/b>: Ethernet throughput via iPerf, USB speed with an SSD (read 419 MB\/s, write 200 MB\/s), monitor latency in 2D\/3D use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Raw results<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
            Model<\/b><\/td>\n2D latency<\/b><\/td>\n3D latency<\/b><\/td>\nEthernet<\/b><\/td>\nUSB (read\/write)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Fujitsu<\/td>\nBarely noticeable<\/td>\nClearly noticeable<\/td>\n56.5 MB\/s (452 Mbps)<\/td>\n412.9 \/ 199.2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            ThinkPad<\/td>\nBarely noticeable<\/td>\nClearly noticeable<\/td>\n57.1 MB\/s (457 Mbps)<\/td>\n414.8 \/ 199.6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            HP 3005pr<\/td>\nBarely noticeable<\/td>\nBarely noticeable<\/td>\n56.4 MB\/s (451 Mbps)<\/td>\n412.6 \/ 198.6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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            • \nPerformance is very similar<\/b> across the models.<\/li>\n
            • The Fujitsu dock<\/b> shows more pronounced 3D latency<\/b>.<\/li>\n
            • Despite only minor weaknesses, all of them show a noticeable delay with video playback<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Key strengths of each model<\/h2>\n
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              • Fujitsu PR7.1<\/b>: everyday use, office work, low price.<\/li>\n
              • ThinkPad Dock<\/b>: high flexibility, modern design, dual monitor support.<\/li>\n
              • HP 3005pr<\/b>: rich connectivity, good for 3D, dual displays, mid\u2011range price.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Conclusion<\/h2>\n
                  \n
                • The Fujitsu PR7.1<\/b> is compact, stylish and affordable (~135 \u20ac)<\/b>, ideal for simple use.<\/li>\n
                • The HP 3005pr<\/b> is recommended for those who want plenty of ports and solid 3D performance<\/b> (~145 \u20ac).<\/li>\n
                • The ThinkPad Pro Dock<\/b> sits in the mid\u2011range (~165 \u20ac)<\/b>: good audio\/video connectivity, dual monitors, quality finish. An excellent compromise between small size and strong features.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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