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Mantiz Venus MZ-02 vs StarTech.com StarTech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis: Comparison
Mantiz Venus MZ-02 and StarTech.com StarTech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis separate most on psu wattage: Mantiz Venus MZ-02 at 500, StarTech.com StarTech Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis at 6, 99% in favour of Mantiz Venus MZ-02.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | Thunderbolt 3 | Thunderbolt 3 |
| Brand | Mantiz | StarTech.com |
| Extra Ports | 3x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1x Gigabit Ethernet, 1x SD card reader, DisplayPort passthrough | 1x DisplayPort 1.2 video passthrough |
| PSU Wattage | 500 | 6-99% |
| Cooling Type | Active Fan | Passive chassis venting; relies on the installed card's own cooler |
| Model | Venus MZ-02 | TB31PCIEX16 |
| Price | Launched around $399 (2017) | Launched around $329.99 |
Verdict
Mantiz Venus MZ-02
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Great port selection for a dock-and-eGPU combo, just don't expect current-gen bandwidth.
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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