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AOOSTAR EG01 OCuLink eGPU Dock vs Razer Core X V2: Comparison
AOOSTAR EG01 OCuLink eGPU Dock and Razer Core X V2 differ on connection standard: AOOSTAR EG01 OCuLink eGPU Dock at OCuLink, PCIe 4.0 x4, Razer Core X V2 at Thunderbolt 5.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | OCuLink, PCIe 4.0 x4 | Thunderbolt 5 |
| Brand | AOOSTAR | Razer |
| Cooling Type | Open-frame, relies on ambient airflow and the card's own cooler | 120mm Exhaust Fan |
| Price | Around $99-$150 (2025) | $349.99 |
Verdict
AOOSTAR EG01 OCuLink eGPU Dock
5 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely budget OCuLink option for small cards, but its limited power output rules out flagship GPUs.
Razer Core X V2
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The best Thunderbolt 5 enclosure you can buy, held back by physics and a missing power supply.
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