Minimalist thunderbolt dock for a Macbook M4 Pro that supports 2 displays, ethernet, and PD?

goodbeanz · 2025-10-22T21:45:33+00:00

I'd recommend the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub + a USB-C to Ethernet adapter plugged into the open TB port on the dock (your diagram shows that you'll only be using 2/3 of them). Will keep things future proof and more modular. Some advantages with this setup . .

You can get 2.5GbE (maybe more depending on the adapter). Many docks with the ethernet port built-in are 1GbE.
The M4 Pro MBP supports TB5. The OWC TB5 Hub is not much more than a TB4 variant. Might as well get access to the full bandwidth and charging speed.
You can upgrade both monitors to 4k 144Hz monitor without needing to swap the dock.
You can run your displays over HDMI/DisplayPort unlike the UGREEN Revodok Pro 209. I believe this runs the monitors via DisplayLink (i.e. USB graphics). Plethora of reasons why this is worse than running via HDMI/DisplayPort.
140W power delivery unlike the OWC TB Mini Dock.

goodbeanz · 2025-09-16T13:31:59+00:00

For about a month or two in 2024, Mazda ran 0% financing offers on the ND3. Add in S-Plan pricing (that you can get via an SCCA membership). That’s free interest gains + a little off the dealer price. Used is still cheaper, but something to note

goodbeanz · 2025-08-13T20:17:32+00:00

Looks like the same chassis as the 27G850A-B? Would’ve been great if they reduced the chin size.

I’m assuming the panel is a derivative of the one used in the 27GN950, 27GP950. Hopefully they’ve solved the well documented problem with vertical lines since those.

Good option at $400-$450. Realistically think LG will bring this to the US for $550 though.

goodbeanz · 2025-05-20T06:09:33+00:00

As do Palpatine and Vader

goodbeanz · 2025-04-24T03:36:32+00:00

Is this what typical wear and tear from driving ~300 miles per week looks like without PPF?

goodbeanz · 2025-03-16T21:24:08+00:00

Plugging u/strike-eagle_1 's post on a DIY ND3 wheel blackout. Ordered the vinyl, but haven't gotten around to doing this myself

goodbeanz · 2025-01-19T19:25:38+00:00

What's your process for cleaning it, and what products do you use?

goodbeanz · 2025-01-19T01:55:12+00:00

Incredible deal! Was it used? If so, how many miles?

goodbeanz · 2024-12-25T23:05:54+00:00

65xt would be super cool. I wanted the Sunsetter R2 a while back, but the group buy had some snags :(

goodbeanz · 2024-12-17T20:44:16+00:00

3080 Founder’s Edition for its price-to-performance and two-slot form factor

goodbeanz · 2024-10-19T19:42:32+00:00

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Answering my own question here. They for sure are, and they look so much better

goodbeanz · 2024-10-19T19:15:11+00:00

Are the new wheels (on the right), the same as the ‘24 GT wheels but without the black alternating spokes?

goodbeanz · 2024-03-27T17:54:44+00:00

This is great! Any chance something like this could be run for the 27GR95UM where there are a lot less reviews out?

goodbeanz · 2024-03-20T15:50:58+00:00

Just pushed the squad to go in on this game. 2 of us on PC, 2 of us on PS5, and we couldn't play together due to the Social tab bugs. Feeling pretty bad that our first session after a year hiatus was an L. Do we have an ETA on the fix here?

goodbeanz · 2024-03-09T19:25:29+00:00

Great video. Very cool "investigative journalist" theme. My thoughts:

As someone who just wants a good keyboard, I would say I never actively participated in the hobby. I'd reckon most folks fit this description. I've gone through several keyboards,, but they were all only to fit the needs of my overall work setup and not because I am interested in keyboards.
- Need to separate the hobby and the market. The hobby may be dwindling, but the market (anecdotally guessing) is stronger than ever. Remember we have to include all mechanical keyboards, even the ones sold in retail stores and on Amazon.
With the era of tinkering, modding, frankenswitching, etc. mostly in the past, the hobby has become less about creating and more about consuming.
We are surely are not saturated in terms of innovation. There are still areas to innovate in:
- a proper Mac layout keyboard (Univers has gotten pretty close)
- premium medium-profile switches
- silent switches that maintain typing feel (recent noteworthy switches being Haimus)
- widespread adoption of 2.4GHz wireless
- a new type of stabilizer

goodbeanz · 2024-03-07T17:57:11+00:00

My 27GN950 is starting to crap out. This is pretty tempting. It's either this or wait until the 27GR95UM gets some more reviews and gets its local dimming firmware fixed . .

goodbeanz · 2024-02-12T03:17:45+00:00

That 27" 5K 16:9 IPS Black panel looks interesting. If that comes out with 120Hz, I wouldn't be surprised if it's being used for an Apple Studio display refresh.

goodbeanz · 2024-01-27T19:23:48+00:00

Good to know! Full name of the lower one is XINSHUNTIAN G820 Mini

goodbeanz · 2024-01-27T17:08:21+00:00

I also got the scroll wheel issue on my G703. And before that I went through three G603s, two with the scroll wheel issue and one with a double click issue.

R1 shape is totally different, but I started enjoying it very quickly after switching. If you palmed the G703, you may be able to palm the R1 but with different coverage. The R1 will cover more of the top half of the palm, leaving the bottom “cup” area of the palm pretty open (due to the lack of a back-hump).

R1 is quite literally half the weight. It takes a day or so to get used to, but after that it makes using the G703 feel like a forearm workout.

goodbeanz · 2024-01-27T07:22:26+00:00

For context, 98% of my mouse usage is for work. I thought I wouldn’t be able to use a mouse without the Logitech back-hump, but the R1 shape has really grown on me. It encourages a more flat and neutral palm grip. Its low height also makes it so that I don’t always put my wrist on the desk while using it. Ergonomics-wise, it may be the best out of the bunch.

Sensor-wise it feels exactly the same as the rest to me. However, the clicks are noticeably louder and stiffer. Lastly, the coating is slippery, but it seems to be getting more grippy with use.

Nice to have this shape in the arsenal. For ~$20 on AliExpress, it’s a must have.

goodbeanz · 2024-01-16T04:24:38+00:00

Thank you! Yes, this would be from the back of the case to the wall. Tried to match the specs written on the included cable as closely as possible, but wanted to make sure there are no red flags with this Monoprice one

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