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HP OMEN Accelerator vs StarTech.com StarTech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis: Comparison
HP OMEN Accelerator and StarTech.com StarTech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis separate most on psu wattage: HP OMEN Accelerator at 460, StarTech.com StarTech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis at 6, 99% in favour of HP OMEN Accelerator.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | Proprietary | Thunderbolt 3 |
| Brand | HP | StarTech.com |
| Extra Ports | 3x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x Gigabit Ethernet | 1x DisplayPort 1.2 video passthrough |
| PSU Wattage | 460 | 6-99% |
| Cooling Type | Active Fan | Passive chassis venting; relies on the installed card's own cooler |
| Model | OMEN Accelerator | TB31PCIEX16 |
| Price | Launched around $299 (2017) | Launched around $329.99 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | HP OMEN Accelerator | StarTech.com StarTech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis |
|---|---|---|
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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Verdict
HP OMEN Accelerator
5 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche, single-generation product locked to specific older OMEN laptops, not a general recommendation.
StarTech.com StarTech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis
5.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable, inexpensive DIY PCIe expansion box, but its limited power delivery and lack of laptop charging make it a compromise pick next to purpose-built gaming eGPU enclosures.
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