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Acasis 40Gbps USB4 eGPU Dock vs Mantiz Venus MZ-02: Comparison
Acasis 40Gbps USB4 eGPU Dock and Mantiz Venus MZ-02 differ on connection standard: Acasis 40Gbps USB4 eGPU Dock at USB4 (40 Gbps), compatible with Thunderbolt 4/3 hosts, Mantiz Venus MZ-02 at Thunderbolt 3.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | USB4 (40 Gbps), compatible with Thunderbolt 4/3 hosts | Thunderbolt 3 |
| Brand | Acasis | Mantiz |
| Extra Ports | Varies by SKU; typically includes USB-A passthrough | 3x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x Gigabit Ethernet, 1x SD card reader, DisplayPort passthrough |
| Cooling Type | Active fan, compact all-metal shell | Active Fan |
| Model | 40Gbps USB4 eGPU Dock | Venus MZ-02 |
| Price | Typically $150-$250 depending on bundle | Launched around $399 (2017) |
Verdict
Acasis 40Gbps USB4 eGPU Dock
5.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable budget USB4 eGPU dock for the price, but a newer brand without the certification pedigree of Sonnet or OWC.
Mantiz Venus MZ-02
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Great port selection for a dock-and-eGPU combo, just don't expect current-gen bandwidth.
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