Consumercarts

Consumercarts is reader-supported. Learn more

AOOSTAR AG02 vs Mantiz Venus MZ-02: Comparison

AOOSTAR AG02 and Mantiz Venus MZ-02 separate most on psu wattage: AOOSTAR AG02 at 800, Mantiz Venus MZ-02 at 500, 38% in favour of AOOSTAR AG02.

Specs

Specification
AOOSTAR AG02 (OCuLink + USB4 eGPU Dock / 800W Built-In PSU / Open-Frame / Up to RTX 4090)
AOOSTAR AG02
Mantiz Venus MZ-02 (Thunderbolt 3 eGPU Enclosure / 500W PSU / Docking Station Hub / Full-Length GPU Support)
Mantiz Venus MZ-02
Connection StandardOCuLinkThunderbolt 3
BrandAOOSTARMantiz
PSU Wattage800500-37%
Cooling TypeOpen-AirActive Fan
GPU CompatibilityGTX 10-Series Through RTX 4090GTX 10-series through RTX 20-series and equivalent AMD cards
PriceUnder $200Launched around $399 (2017)

Price comparison

RetailerAOOSTAR AG02Mantiz Venus MZ-02
AmazonView 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.

Mantiz Venus MZ-02

7 / 10 Expert Rating

Great port selection for a dock-and-eGPU combo, just don't expect current-gen bandwidth.

More comparisons in External GPU Enclosures