Thunderbolt 5 technology has arrived unlocking higher video bandwidth, more charging power and faster speeds for its early adopters. This powerful technology takes Thunderbolt and USB-C technology into a new era of easy to deploy connectivity. As your trusted technology advisor, StarTech.com is here to help you understand the key considerations when deploying this new technology to maximize its capabilities while future-proofing your solutions. Key Features and Benefits of Thunderbolt 5 Here’s a quick breakdown of some of the changes you can expect when deploying Thunderbolt 5 accessories: High-performance display connectivity: 2 8k 60Hz monitors or 3 4k 144hz Lightning-fast speed: 80Gbps doubles the speed of Thunderbolt 4 Increased power delivery: 240W EPR charging for high-performance devices Higher PCIe Bandwidth: Minimum host device support for PCIe at 64 Gbps. Universal compatibility: Full backwards compatibility with USB4 and Thunderbolt 4/3. What Does This Mean for You? The features of Thunderbolt 5 mean that IT Pros can introduce this new technology with confidence. With its increased capabilities and guaranteed performance, deployment of Thunderbolt 5 technology ensures the high-performance capabilities that match the demanding needs of modern devices. The Advantages of Thunderbolt 5 There are several benefits to using Thunderbolt 5, one of which is the simplicity it offers in terms of compatibility and connectivity. Thunderbolt 5 offers backwards compatibility with Thunderbolt 4 and 3, while also being USB4 compliant. You can use our Thunderbolt 5 features chart to see how connectivity devices using Thunderbolt 5 compare to those technologies. How Thunderbolt 5 supports your business Thunderbolt-equipped devices provide businesses with a one-size-fits-all solution they can roll out across their organization. Devices with Thunderbolt 5 technology provide access to several protocols including DisplayPort 2.0, PCIe 4.0, and USB4, all while remaining thin, lightweight, and perfect for traveling between home and the office. This also allows your IT team to design custom workstations that meet the changing demands of employees and your organization, including: Content Creators: Who need multi-monitor functionality with high resolution and refresh rates not possible with Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 Developers: Those who require multiple powerful displays for their design work Productivity Users: Where backwards compatibility to their critical devices and peripherals is a must Leaders and presenters: Who need cutting edge technology in portable packages Streamlining Infrastructure Thunderbolt 5 introduces the possibility for IT professionals to streamline their connectivity infrastructure and standardize their entire office on the same connectivity cabling, simplifying device rollouts, upgrades, and troubleshooting. Universal Support Thunderbolt 5 technology enables cables to offer universal support for Thunderbolt 5 and USB4 and are designed to deliver high-speed uninterrupted connectivity even over long lengths of cable. Have Any Questions? Our customer success team is happy to connect with you and share more on how deploying Thunderbolt 5 can simplify and future-proof your deployments while supporting your high-performance device needs.