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AOOSTAR EG02 TB5 OCuLink eGPU Dock vs UGREEN LinkStation eGPU Dock: Comparison
AOOSTAR EG02 TB5 OCuLink eGPU Dock and UGREEN LinkStation eGPU Dock separate most on host power delivery: AOOSTAR EG02 TB5 OCuLink eGPU Dock at 140, UGREEN LinkStation eGPU Dock at 4, 97% in favour of AOOSTAR EG02 TB5 OCuLink eGPU Dock. PSU Wattage splits them by another 6%, this time favouring UGREEN LinkStation eGPU Dock.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | Dual Thunderbolt 5 ports plus OCuLink (PCIe 4.0 x4) | OCuLink (64 Gbps) and USB4 (40 Gbps) dual connectivity |
| Brand | AOOSTAR | UGREEN |
| Extra Ports | No integrated Ethernet or M.2 slot on this model | Partially open metal chassis for airflow; styled after RTX 50-series Founders Edition cards |
| PSU Wattage | 800-6% | 850 |
| Host Power Delivery | 140 | 4-97% |
| Cooling Type | Open-frame, relies on installed card's own cooler plus chassis airflow | Active fan plus open-frame chassis ventilation |
| Model | EG02 | CM980 LinkStation eGPU Dock |
| Price | Launched at $219 (2025) | Launched around $269-$299 (2025) |
Verdict
AOOSTAR EG02 TB5 OCuLink eGPU Dock
7 / 10 Expert Rating
An aggressively priced early Thunderbolt 5 dock for enthusiasts willing to source their own PSU, though it lacks the built-in convenience of AOOSTAR's AG-series.
UGREEN LinkStation eGPU Dock
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong-value, high-wattage dual-connectivity dock from a large, well-established accessories brand — a serious new competitor in the OCuLink space.
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