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Beelink, known for its PC replicas of the Mac mini, has introduced new SSD docks for two desktop Macs – with interesting specifications.

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Thunderbolt 3 can transfer data up to 40 Gbps – you can get this speed with official Thunderbolt 3 cables or a good-quality USB-C cable that's less than about 1.6 feet in length.

That was until Thunderbolt 3 when it moved over to the 24-pin USB-C connector. Later, many other companies, such as Microsoft and HP, would also implement the interface in their devices.

The primary difference between the two standards is speed. While USB-C supports up to 20 Gbps transfer speeds, Thunderbolt 3 doubles that, delivering up to 40 Gbps (via Thunderbolt Community).