Want to connect to printers, USB drives, mice, or even a dedicated Ethernet line? These docking stations for Acer Swift 14 (2023) will help.
The Acer Swift 14 (2023) is a well-connected laptop when compared to some of the other best laptops out there. It has a slew of ports, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. These ports are enough for most people’s needs, but if you need additional ports like Ethernet, or even want to connect to more than two monitors when you’re at a desk, you’ll need to purchase a docking station.
Some of our favorite docks are Thunderbolt certified for fast data transfer speeds, while others are USB-C and more affordable. We also considered a standard USB-C dongle that you can use on the go.
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CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 docking station
Editor’s Pick
The best Thunderbolt 4 platform
We reviewed and love this CalDigit TS4 dock. It has 18 ports total, with a mix of Thunderbolt downstream. DisplayPort, USB-C, USB-A, and even Ethernet and SD readers. You get all of this in a premium metal case.
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Acer USB-C docking station
Excellent choice
If you must buy an Acer dock to match the Acer Swift 14, this is it. The dock doesn’t have Thunderbolt connectivity, but it does have a wide range of useful ports, including two HDMI ports for connecting to displays, and a set of USB-A ports.
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Anker 341 7-in-1 USB-C Hub
The best value
For a more portable dock, you’ll want to consider the Anker 341 hub. This is a simple USB-C hub with a few extra ports, but it’s a good combination. You’ll get card readers, USB-C, USB-A, and HDMI charging.
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Tobinone USB-C Stand Dock
Dual purpose tub
The Tobenone USB-C Stand is for those who plan to use the Acer Swift 14 with the lid closed and docked on the screen. Not only does it have an array of ports like USB-A and HDMI, but it also doubles as a stand with a padded insert in the middle.
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Baseus 17-in-1 docking station
The USB-C hub is great
USB-C hub with most ports
This Baeseus docking station will provide you with as many ports as possible from a standard USB-C hub. There are 16 ports here, including plenty of USB-A, card readers, USB-C, and HDMI. Even better, the dock is U-shaped and comes with a stand so it looks great on your desk.
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Anker PowerExpand 5-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Mini Dock
The Thunderbolt dock is compact
Thunderbolt dock on the go
This Thunderbolt 4 dock from Anker is one of the most compact we could find. It’s small but mighty and is a great way to add additional Thunderbolt pass-through ports to your laptop, including USB-A.
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Thunderbolt 4 16-in-1 docking station pluggable
The Thunderbolt dock is premium
Thunderbolt dock with 16 ports
This is another excellent dock from Plugable, but it’s a bit cheaper than our top pick. It adds 16 ports to the laptop, including dual HDMI, dual DisplayPort, Ethernet, and two USB-A ports. There’s also a power button, so you can turn the dock off when it’s not in use.
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Microsoft USB-C Travel Hub
for old outlets
Many of the docks we mentioned don’t have a traditional VGA port for connecting an Acer laptop to older monitors and projectors. If you need VGA, this dock is the perfect solution. You’ll get VGA, along with USB-A and HDMI, though it doesn’t have pass-through charging.
A look back at the best docking stations for the Acer Swift 14 (2023)
We hope you found the right dock for your new Acer laptop. If you want the best docking station for the Acer Swift 14, you’ll need to buy the CalDigit TS4. It’s pricey, but there’s plenty of value in all of its ports, which include SD card readers, USB-A, a 3.5mm headphone jack, HDMI, and more. It is also made of metal, so it is durable.
The Acer USB-C Docking Station is an affordable option if you just need additional USB-A ports and additional HDMI ports to connect to a monitor. However, it lacks Thunderbolt support. Moreover, the Anker 341 7-in-1 USB-C Hub is also a great pick. It’s simple, but it can easily be tossed in a bag.
Acer Swift 14
The Acer Swift 14 is a productivity laptop with a gorgeous two-tone design and the latest 13th Gen Intel processors. It is a follow up to the Acer Swift 5 and brings some changes like a 1440p webcam.