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AOOSTAR AG01 vs Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU: Comparison
AOOSTAR AG01 and Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU separate most on psu wattage: AOOSTAR AG01 at 400, Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU at 580, 31% in favour of Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | OCuLink | Thunderbolt 3 (dual ports for daisy-chaining) |
| Brand | AOOSTAR | Blackmagic Design |
| Extra Ports | None onboard, GPU's own outputs pass through | HDMI, DisplayPort, 2x USB-A 3.1, additional Thunderbolt 3 |
| PSU Wattage | 400-31% | 580 |
| Cooling Type | Passive / Open-Air | Active fan, designed by Apple for quiet operation |
| Model | AG01 | Blackmagic eGPU |
| Price | Launched at $149 | Launched at $699 (2018), discontinued |
Price comparison
| Retailer | AOOSTAR AG01 | Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU |
|---|---|---|
| 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
AOOSTAR AG01
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Unbeatable value for OCuLink-equipped mini PCs and handhelds, but strictly for OCuLink hosts only.
Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A clean, quiet, Mac-tailored eGPU that was easy to buy and use, but has been discontinued for years and can't be upgraded.