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Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier vs Lenovo ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock: Comparison
Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier and Lenovo ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock separate most on psu wattage: Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier at 460, Lenovo ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock at 580, 21% in favour of Lenovo ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | Proprietary | Thunderbolt 3 |
| Brand | Alienware | Lenovo |
| Extra Ports | 4x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x Gigabit Ethernet | USB-A/C, Gigabit Ethernet, DisplayPort, HDMI, audio — full docking-station I/O |
| PSU Wattage | 460-21% | 580 |
| Cooling Type | Active Fan | Active Fan |
| Model | Graphics Amplifier | 40AF0135US (also sold as G0A10170UL) |
| Price | Launched around $299 (2015) | Launched around $549.99 (2017) |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier | Lenovo ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon |
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Verdict
Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier
6 / 10 Expert Rating
Strong bandwidth for its era, but locked to a short list of older Alienware and Dell G-Series laptops.
Lenovo ThinkPad Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock
4.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A promising idea — dock plus eGPU in one — undermined by well-documented compatibility and reliability issues at launch.
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