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AOOSTAR AG02 vs Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU Pro: Comparison
AOOSTAR AG02 and Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU Pro separate most on psu wattage: AOOSTAR AG02 at 800, Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU Pro at 56, 93% in favour of AOOSTAR AG02.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | OCuLink | Thunderbolt 3 (dual ports for daisy-chaining) |
| Brand | AOOSTAR | Blackmagic Design |
| PSU Wattage | 800 | 56-93% |
| Cooling Type | Open-Air | Active fan, larger chassis than the base eGPU for higher-TDP cooling |
| Price | Under $200 | Launched at $1,199 (late 2018), discontinued |
Price comparison
| Retailer | AOOSTAR AG02 | Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon |
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 AG02
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The fastest eGPU link you can buy for under $200, with a power button that does not work.
Blackmagic Design Blackmagic eGPU Pro
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The strongest official Mac eGPU of the Intel era, let down only by its high price and total discontinuation after Apple Silicon dropped eGPU support.
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