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Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier vs Razer Core X: Comparison

Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier and Razer Core X separate most on psu wattage: Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier at 460, Razer Core X at 650, 29% in favour of Razer Core X. Max GPU Length splits them by another 12%, again favouring Razer Core X.

Alienware Graphics Amplifier (Proprietary PCIe Connector / 460W PSU / Full-Length GPU / Compatible Alienware & Dell G-Series Only)
DellDell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier
Razer Core X (Thunderbolt 3 eGPU Enclosure / 650W PSU / Triple-Slot GPU Support / No RGB / Vented Aluminum Chassis)
RazerRazer Core X

Specs

Specification
Alienware Graphics Amplifier (Proprietary PCIe Connector / 460W PSU / Full-Length GPU / Compatible Alienware & Dell G-Series Only)
Dell / Alienware Alienware Graphics Amplifier
Razer Core X (Thunderbolt 3 eGPU Enclosure / 650W PSU / Triple-Slot GPU Support / No RGB / Vented Aluminum Chassis)
Razer Core X
Connection StandardProprietaryThunderbolt 3
BrandAlienwareRazer
Extra Ports4x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x Gigabit Ethernet4x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x Gigabit Ethernet
PSU Wattage460-29%650
Max GPU Length290-12%330
Cooling TypeActive FanActive Fan (rear exhaust)
ModelGraphics AmplifierCore X
GPU CompatibilityGTX 10-series through RTX 20-series and equivalent AMD cards, dual-slotMost desktop cards up to ~330mm length; no factory-installed GPU
PriceLaunched around $299 (2015)Launched at $299.99 (2019)

Price comparison

RetailerDell / Alienware Alienware Graphics AmplifierRazer Core X
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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.

Razer Core X

7.5 / 10 Expert Rating

A no-frills, high-value Thunderbolt 3 enclosure that remains one of the best-regarded budget eGPU boxes even years after launch.

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