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As great as the newest flagship tablet from Microsoft is, the two Thunderbolt 4 ports on your Surface Pro 9 (or USB-C on the Microsoft SQ3-powered 5G model) might not be enough for your needs. For connections to printers, monitors, and other accessories, you will need a dongle or a dock, as the lone Thunderbolt 4 ports will be used up quickly. That's why we're here to help with some suggestions for docking stations for the Surface Pro 9.

Just as you'll find with other Surface PCs and Windows tablets, there are a ton of great docks for the Surface Pro 9. The docks range from official ones from Microsoft that use Surface Connect to Thunderbolt docks for the Intel-based Surface Pro 9 or USB-C ones for the Microsoft SQ3-powered Surface Pro 9 model. They also come with various ports, whether you need something for all of your accessories or just need an extra USB-A port. Check out our favorite docking stations for the Surface Pro 9 below!

  • If you want the best dock for any Surface, it's going to be the Surface Dock 2 directly from Microsoft. While this dock is a bit expensive and may be overkill for the Surface Go 3, it will future-proof your setup in case you buy a Surface Pro or Surface Book in the future.
    Surface Dock 2
    Microsoft Surface Dock 2

    This is the best dock for the Surface Pro 9. With this product, you can charge your device at your desk using the Surface Connect Port, and also enjoy extra ports like USB-A and Ethernet. Since it uses Surface Connect, the original USB-C ports on your Surface will still be free for use. It works with both the Intel and Microsoft SQ3-powered Surface Pro 9.

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  • If you want to take more ports with you on the road, the Microsoft USB-C Travel Hub gives you a couple of USB ports, HDMI, VGA, and Ethernet connections wherever you need them.
    Microsoft USB-C Travel Hub
    Microsoft USB-C Travel Hub

    If you don't need a ton of extra ports, this is a simple dock for your Surface. It's compact and has a couple of ports like USB-A, HDMI, VGA, and Ethernet.

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  • This Kensington Thunderbolt dock adds USB ports, an SD card reader, Ethernet, and Thunderbolt daisy chaining. It also delivers 90W of power to your laptop regardless of what you connect to it.
    Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station
    Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station

    The Intel version of the Surface Pro 9 has a Thunderbolt port, so this is one of the top Thunderbolt docks we can think of for the device. It'll let you daisy-chain displays, and it'll deliver 90W of power so you can charge it, too.

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  • To save even more money if you don't need Thunderbolt, this USB dock from Plugable is a great alternative. It adds six USB ports, Ethernet, and display outputs at a reasonable price.
    Plugable USB 3.0 Universal Docking Station
    Plugable USB 3.0 Universal Laptop Docking Station

    The Plugable USB 3.0 Universal Laptop Docking station is what the name suggests. It adds six USB ports — two USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0 — and extra display output ports for a great price. It works great with the Microsoft SQ3 version of the Surface Pro 9, since it doesn't require special drivers.

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  • If you want a great all-around dock with a wide range of ports and a premium design, the Anker 777 is probably one of your best options. It comes in a sturdy-looking all-metal shell and has numerous ports, including two HDMI ports, USB Type-A, Ethernet, and downstream Thunderbolt.
    Anker 777 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
    Anker 777 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

    Why not match the premium finish of your Surface Pro 9 with a premium Thunderbolt dock? This product has a metal shell and has two HDMI ports, USB-A, Ethernet, and more. Just keep in mind this is a Thunderbolt dock, so it's designed for the Intel-based Surface Pro 9.

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  • The Brydge Stone II USB-C Universal Docking Station is one of the sleekest docking stations you can get for the Surface Pro 9. It's not super expensive and has plenty of ports, including Ethernet and USB Type-A, for connections to your other accessories.
    Brydge Stone II USB-C Universal Docking Station
    Brydge Stone II USB-C Universal Docking Station

    The Brydge Stone II USB-C Universal Docking Station is one of the sleekest docking stations you can get for the Surface Pro 9. It works with both Intel and Microsoft SQ3 models of the Pro 9. It's also not super expensive and has plenty of ports, including Ethernet and USB Type-A, for connections to your other accessories.

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    Source: CalDigit
    CalDigit Element Hub

    The Caldigit Element Hub is one of the most compact Thunderbolt docking solutions for the Intel-based Surface Pro 9. It's small but has a lot of ports, including three Thunderbolt downstream connections and four USB Type-A ports.

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  • The Lenovo USB-C Mini Dock lets you expand out your ThinkPad's ports without worrying about space. There's a compact and foldable USB-C cable included, and a wide array of ports that you'd typically find on bigger docks of the same price.
    Lenovo USB-C Mini Dock
    Lenovo USB-C Mini Dock

    This dock is designed for Lenovo products, but it works great with both the Intel-based and Microsoft SQ3-based Surface Pro 9. It's a simple USB-C dock that'll add extra USB-A ports, Ethernet, HDMI, and the classic VGA port for projectors and monitors.

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    Source: Dell
    Dell Dual Charge Dock

    This isn't a traditional dock for the Surface Pro 9. It'll let you connect to multiple displays, and also charge your phone while still giving you extra USB-A and USB-C ports.

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That's it for the best docks for the Surface Pro 9. Out of all of these great docks, we suggest buying the Surface Dock 2, as it's the best dock you can get straight from Microsoft. And because it comes directly from Microsoft, you know that it'll work. Of course, you can buy any of the other docks on our list, especially if you want to use them with other devices or need more specific ports. And don't forget to check out our review of the 5G model of the Surface Pro 9, too.

The Surface Pro 9 is a top-tier Windows tablet with Intel or Qualcomm processors, and it comes in multiple colors for the first time ever.
Surface Pro 9 (Wi-Fi Model)
Surface Pro 9 (Wi-Fi Model)

The Surface Pro 9 is a top-tier Windows tablet with Intel processors, and it comes in multiple colors for the first time ever.

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The Surface Pro 9 with 5G is powered by the new Microsoft SQ3 chipset and it has a 120Hz display.
Surface Pro 9 5G
Surface Pro 9 5G

The Surface Pro 9 with 5G is powered by the new Microsoft SQ3 chipset and it has a 120Hz display.

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