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AKiTiO Node vs AOOSTAR AG03: Comparison
AKiTiO Node and AOOSTAR AG03 separate most on psu wattage: AKiTiO Node at 500, AOOSTAR AG03 at 800, 38% in favour of AOOSTAR AG03.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | Thunderbolt 3 | Thunderbolt 5 + OCuLink |
| Brand | AKiTiO | AOOSTAR |
| PSU Wattage | 500-37% | 800 |
| Model | Node | AG03 |
| GPU Compatibility | GTX 10-series through RTX 20-series, dual-slot cards | RTX 4060 up to RTX 4090 |
| Price | Launched around $299 (2017) | Under $500 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | AKiTiO Node | AOOSTAR AG03 |
|---|---|---|
| B&H Photo | View on B&H Photo |
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 AG03
10 / 10 Expert Rating
Best overall — dual Thunderbolt 5/OCuLink connectivity and an 800W PSU handling up to an RTX 4090, all for under $500.