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Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box 350 vs ZimaSpace Zima 800W OCuLink GPU Dock: Comparison
Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box 350 and ZimaSpace Zima 800W OCuLink GPU Dock separate most on max gpu length: Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box 350 at 220, ZimaSpace Zima 800W OCuLink GPU Dock at 4090, 95% in favour of ZimaSpace Zima 800W OCuLink GPU Dock. PSU Wattage splits them by another 56%, again favouring ZimaSpace Zima 800W OCuLink GPU Dock.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Standard | Thunderbolt 3 | OCuLink, 64 Gbps |
| Brand | Sonnet | ZimaSpace (IceWhale) |
| Extra Ports | None onboard beyond the GPU's own outputs | None beyond the OCuLink connector |
| PSU Wattage | 350-56% | 800 |
| Max GPU Length | 220-95% | 4090 |
| Cooling Type | Active, ultra-low-noise Noctua fan | Open-frame, relies on ambient airflow and card's own cooler |
| Model | eGFX Breakaway Box 350 | 800W OCuLink GPU Dock |
| Price | Launched around $299 (2017) | Around $150-$200 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box 350 | ZimaSpace Zima 800W OCuLink GPU Dock |
|---|---|---|
| Full Compass | View on Full Compass |
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Verdict
Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box 350
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche but well-executed pick for single-slot cards and quiet operation, not for gaming-class GPUs.
ZimaSpace Zima 800W OCuLink GPU Dock
6 / 10 Expert Rating
Strong PSU headroom for the price in an open, no-frills frame — a solid budget pick for OCuLink-equipped handhelds and mini PCs.
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