Quick verdict: Buy the Anker 575 13-in-1 if you use a non-Dell laptop, want lots of ports including fast 10Gbps USB-C, or move between different machines. Buy the Dell WD19S if you use a Dell laptop, especially a power-hungry one, or your workplace already standardizes on Dell docks. On a Mac, neither dock will run multiple independent extended displays, so Mac users should buy for ports and charging rather than screen count.
- Type
- USB-C dock
- USB-C dock
- Displays
- 2x HDMI + 1x DP
- 1x HDMI + 2x DP
- Laptop charging
- 85W
- Up to 130W (Dell)
- Data
- 10Gbps USB-C, 5Gbps USB-A
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- Network
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Adapter
- —
- 180W
- 13 ports including 2 HDMI + DisplayPort
- 85W laptop charging, 135W adapter included
- 10Gbps USB-C data
- Triple display is Windows only; Macs mirror
- Triple mode limited to 1080p
- HDMI + 2x DisplayPort
- 180W adapter for fast Dell charging
- Widely supported in IT fleets
- Full charging speed only on Dell laptops
- Bulky power brick
The Core Difference: Universal Consumer Dock vs Dell Business Dock#
The Anker 575 is built to work with as many USB-C laptops as possible. It packs 13 ports into one hub, includes its own 135W power adapter, and delivers up to 85W to whatever laptop you connect. It is designed for the home office user who wants one cable to handle displays, peripherals, networking, and charging.
The Dell WD19S is a business dock. It comes with a 180W adapter, offers HDMI plus two DisplayPort outputs, and is widely used in IT-managed fleets where every desk gets the same hardware. It works over standard USB-C, but its headline feature, faster charging, is reserved for Dell laptops.
Mac vs Windows Support#
This is where many buyers get caught out. Both docks drive multiple monitors using a technique that Windows supports and macOS does not. On a Windows laptop with a capable USB-C port, the Anker 575 can run three displays from one cable. On a Mac, the same dock mirrors its outputs, so every connected monitor shows the same image. This is a documented limitation of the dock, not a fault.
The same rule applies to the Dell WD19S's multiple outputs: macOS will not extend a desktop across several screens through it. Dell also designs and validates the WD19S primarily around its own Windows laptops.
For Mac owners, then, the Anker 575 is the more natural fit as a universal hub, with a single extended monitor plus plenty of USB ports, Ethernet, and charging. If you need two or more independent extended displays on a Mac, look for a dock that specifically supports that on macOS rather than either of these.
Display Support#
On Windows, both docks can run up to three monitors. The Anker 575 offers two HDMI ports and one DisplayPort; the Dell WD19S offers one HDMI and two DisplayPort outputs. Match these to the inputs on your monitors to avoid needing adapters.
Resolution is the catch with triple-screen setups. Anker notes that triple-display mode on the 575 is limited to 1080p, so it suits three office monitors better than three high-resolution displays. With the WD19S, the resolution you get across multiple screens depends on your laptop's USB-C display bandwidth, so check Dell's compatibility guidance for your model if you plan to run high-resolution monitors.
Laptop Charging#
The Anker 575 delivers up to 85W to a connected laptop through standard USB-C Power Delivery, which comfortably covers most ultrabooks and many mid-size laptops. Its included 135W adapter powers both the laptop charging and the dock's ports.
The Dell WD19S ships with a 180W adapter and can deliver up to 130W, but only to supported Dell laptops. Non-Dell laptops charge at a lower standard USB-C rate. If you own a performance Dell laptop that draws more than 85W, the WD19S is the dock that can keep it charging at full speed under load. If you don't own a Dell, that extra headroom does nothing for you. The trade-off is a bulky power brick, which owners note takes up more space under the desk.
Who Should Buy Which#
Choose the Anker 575 if you:
- Use a non-Dell Windows laptop and want three monitors from one cable
- Use a Mac and want one cable for a monitor, peripherals, Ethernet, and charging
- Need lots of ports, including 10Gbps USB-C data
Choose the Dell WD19S if you:
- Use a Dell laptop and want charging up to 130W
- Work in an office that already standardizes on Dell docks
- Prefer DisplayPort-heavy outputs for your monitors
Frequently Asked Questions#
Does the Dell WD19S work with a MacBook?#
It can connect over USB-C for charging, ports, and a display, but macOS will not extend your desktop across multiple monitors through it; additional screens mirror. Dell designs the WD19S primarily for its own laptops, so Mac users are usually better served by a universal dock.
Can the Anker 575 run three monitors on a Mac?#
No. The Anker 575 supports three displays on Windows, but on a Mac its outputs mirror the same image. Triple-display mode on Windows is also limited to 1080p.
Does the Dell WD19S charge non-Dell laptops?#
Yes, through standard USB-C Power Delivery, but at a lower rate. Dell's full 130W charging is available only on supported Dell laptops.
Which dock is better for a Windows laptop that isn't a Dell?#
The Anker 575. It offers up to 85W charging to any USB-C laptop, three display outputs on Windows, 13 ports including 10Gbps USB-C, and Gigabit Ethernet. The Dell WD19S's main advantage, 130W charging, only applies to Dell machines.
The Verdict#
The Anker 575 is the better dock for most people: it works across brands, packs more ports, includes fast 10Gbps USB-C, and charges at up to 85W, with the caveat that triple displays are Windows-only and limited to 1080p. The Dell WD19S is the right choice for Dell laptop owners and IT-managed desks, where its 180W adapter and up to 130W charging make a real difference. If you don't own a Dell, choose the Anker; if you do, the WD19S is built for your machine. See our full docking station reviews for more options at every budget.
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