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AOOSTAR AG01 vs Razer Core V2: Comparison

AOOSTAR AG01 and Razer Core V2 separate most on psu wattage: AOOSTAR AG01 at 400, Razer Core V2 at 500, 20% in favour of Razer Core V2.

Specs

Specification
AOOSTAR AG01 (OCuLink eGPU Dock / 400W Built-In PSU / Open-Frame / Budget Handheld & Mini PC GPU Dock)
AOOSTAR AG01
Razer Core V2 (Thunderbolt 3 eGPU Enclosure / 500W PSU / 100W Laptop Charging / Original Full-Size GPU Box, Pre-Chroma)
Razer Core V2
Connection StandardOCuLinkThunderbolt 3
BrandAOOSTARRazer
Extra PortsNone onboard, GPU's own outputs pass through4x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x Gigabit Ethernet
PSU Wattage400-20%500
Cooling TypePassive / Open-AirActive Fan
ModelAG01Core V2
GPU CompatibilityGTX 10-series through RTX 40-series, TGX hot-swap interfaceGTX 10-series through RTX 20-series, dual-slot cards
PriceLaunched at $149Launched at $299.99 (2017)

Price comparison

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Verdict

AOOSTAR AG01

7 / 10 Expert Rating

Unbeatable value for OCuLink-equipped mini PCs and handhelds, but strictly for OCuLink hosts only.

Razer Core V2

6 / 10 Expert Rating

A capable but dated TB3 box.

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