Lenovo ThinkPad USB4 Smart Dock 5500 (Eclipse Black)

The Lenovo ThinkPad USB4 Smart Dock 5500 is a professional USB4 docking station that enables single-cable connectivity for laptops. It supports up to four external displays (one 8K@60Hz or up to four 4K@60Hz), Gigabit Ethernet, multiple USB-A and USB-C ports, and shared power delivery. Designed for office and hybrid workstations, it consolidates video, data and network connections in a compact chassis.

• Connectivity: USB4 upstream, 2 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x USB-C PD, 2 x USB-C Gen2, 4 x USB-A Gen2, 1 x RJ-45.
• Power: 100 W input (adapter); up to 65 W shared laptop output.
• Display support: up to 7680 x 4320 @ 60 Hz (single) or up to 4 x 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (quad).
• Warranty: 3 years.

Specifications

• Brand: Lenovo
• Model / Part No: ThinkPad USB4 Smart Dock 5500 (40BC... variants)
• EAN: 195892120551
• Ports: 1 x USB4 (host), 2 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x USB-C (PD), 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen2, 4 x USB-A 3.2 Gen2, 1 x RJ-45 (1Gb)
• Max video: 1 x 8K@60Hz, 2 x 4K@144Hz, or 4 x 4K@60Hz
• Power: 100 W input (AC adapter); up to 65 W laptop output (shared)
• Included: USB4 cable, power adapter (varies by SKU)
• Dimensions: 218 x 80 x 31.5 mm
• Weight: ~472 g
• Warranty: 3 years
• Compatibility: Laptops with USB4 / USB-C (some advanced features require compatible ThinkPad models)

Review

The ThinkPad USB4 Smart Dock 5500 is a capable and future-looking dock for professionals and managed IT environments. With USB4 upstream, robust multi-display support, and comprehensive port selection, it makes setting up demanding workstations straightforward. The dock’s manageability options (Lenovo Accessories Fleet Manager) and thoughtful design are strong pluses. Note: heavier-workload laptops may require higher wattage chargers under sustained load.

• Pros: Excellent display flexibility, enterprise management features, compact footprint.
• Cons: Up to 65 W output may be limiting for some high-power laptops when under full load.