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AKiTiO Node vs AOOSTAR AG01: Comparison
AKiTiO Node and AOOSTAR AG01 separate most on psu wattage: AKiTiO Node at 500, AOOSTAR AG01 at 400, 20% in favour of AKiTiO Node.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | Thunderbolt 3 | OCuLink |
| Brand | AKiTiO | AOOSTAR |
| Extra Ports | None onboard beyond the GPU's own outputs | None onboard, GPU's own outputs pass through |
| PSU Wattage | 500 | 400-20% |
| Cooling Type | Active Fan | Passive / Open-Air |
| Model | Node | AG01 |
| GPU Compatibility | GTX 10-series through RTX 20-series, dual-slot cards | GTX 10-series through RTX 40-series, TGX hot-swap interface |
| Price | Launched around $299 (2017) | Launched at $149 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | AKiTiO Node | AOOSTAR AG01 |
|---|---|---|
| B&H Photo | View on B&H Photo | |
| AOOSTAR | View on AOOSTAR |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
AKiTiO Node
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A cheap, no-frills TB3 box that's been outclassed by AKiTiO's own Node Titan.
AOOSTAR AG01
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Unbeatable value for OCuLink-equipped mini PCs and handhelds, but strictly for OCuLink hosts only.