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AOOSTAR AG01 vs Razer Core X: Comparison

AOOSTAR AG01 and Razer Core X separate most on psu wattage: AOOSTAR AG01 at 400, Razer Core X at 650, 38% in favour of Razer Core X.

Specs

Specification
AOOSTAR AG01 (OCuLink eGPU Dock / 400W Built-In PSU / Open-Frame / Budget Handheld & Mini PC GPU Dock)
AOOSTAR AG01
Razer Core X (Thunderbolt 3 eGPU Enclosure / 650W PSU / Triple-Slot GPU Support / No RGB / Vented Aluminum Chassis)
Razer Core X
Connection StandardOCuLinkThunderbolt 3
BrandAOOSTARRazer
Extra PortsNone onboard, GPU's own outputs pass through4x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x Gigabit Ethernet
PSU Wattage400-38%650
Cooling TypePassive / Open-AirActive Fan (rear exhaust)
ModelAG01Core X
GPU CompatibilityGTX 10-series through RTX 40-series, TGX hot-swap interfaceMost desktop cards up to ~330mm length; no factory-installed GPU
PriceLaunched at $149Launched at $299.99 (2019)

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 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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