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AOOSTAR AG02 vs Razer Core V2: Comparison

AOOSTAR AG02 and Razer Core V2 separate most on psu wattage: AOOSTAR AG02 at 800, Razer Core V2 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
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
PSU Wattage800500-37%
Cooling TypeOpen-AirActive Fan
GPU CompatibilityGTX 10-Series Through RTX 4090GTX 10-series through RTX 20-series, dual-slot cards
PriceUnder $200Launched at $299.99 (2017)

Price comparison

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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.

Razer Core V2

6 / 10 Expert Rating

A capable but dated TB3 box.

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