Blackmagic Design

Blackmagic eGPU

Expert rating6.5 / 10

External GPU EnclosuresView on blackmagicdesign.com

GPU:: Radeon Pro 580 8GB (pre-installed)
Connection:: Thunderbolt 3

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Manufacturer: Blackmagic Design Last updated: 2026-09-12

Blackmagic eGPU (Pre-Installed Radeon Pro 580 8GB / Thunderbolt 3 / Apple-Designed Aluminum Chassis / Mac-Focused, Discontinued) Review

Blackmagic eGPU, Apple-designed aluminum enclosure, pre-installed Radeon Pro 580, Thunderbolt 3, discontinued Mac eGPU

Sold through Apple's own store and co-designed with Apple, the Blackmagic eGPU pairs a Radeon Pro 580 with an aluminum chassis styled to match Mac desktops, plus a healthy port selection for video output and daisy-chaining — a first-party-feeling option for macOS users before Apple exited eGPU support in later Apple Silicon Macs.

Overview

Blackmagic Design, best known for video capture and editing hardware, partnered with Apple to build a Mac-native eGPU with a matching aluminum finish, dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy-chaining monitors or storage, and a full complement of video outputs.

Comparison to Alternatives

It predates and is less powerful than the Blackmagic eGPU Pro (Radeon RX Vega 56), and unlike bare enclosures such as the Razer Core V2 or AKiTiO Node, it can't be upgraded with a different GPU. It was aimed squarely at Mac editors who wanted Apple Store purchase simplicity over the flexibility of a Windows-friendly bare box.

Specifications

Identity

Brand	Blackmagic Design

Connectivity

Connection Standard	Thunderbolt 3 (dual ports for daisy-chaining)
Extra Ports	2

Power & Compatibility

PSU Wattage	580 W
Host Power Delivery	85 W
Cooling Type	Active fan, designed by Apple for quiet operation

Model	Blackmagic eGPU
Price	Launched at $699 (2018), discontinued

Expert Review

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating6.5 / 10

A clean, quiet, Mac-tailored eGPU that was easy to buy and use, but has been discontinued for years and can't be upgraded.

Best for

Mac users on Intel-based Macs wanting a first-party-feeling eGPU
Editors needing extra Thunderbolt 3 and video-out ports
Buyers who value quiet fan design and integrated styling

Not for

Apple Silicon Mac owners (eGPU support was dropped)
Anyone wanting to upgrade the GPU later
Windows gamers wanting a bare, swappable enclosure

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Blackmagic eGPU (Pre-Installed Radeon Pro 580 8GB / Thunderbolt 3 / Apple-Designed Aluminum Chassis / Mac-Focused, Discontinued)?

The Blackmagic eGPU (Pre-Installed Radeon Pro 580 8GB / Thunderbolt 3 / Apple-Designed Aluminum Chassis / Mac-Focused, Discontinued) is a eGPU enclosure from Blackmagic Design. Key specs: Connection Standard Thunderbolt 3 (dual ports for daisy-chaining), PSU Wattage 580, Host Power Delivery 85, Extra Ports HDMI, DisplayPort, 2x USB-A 3.1, additional Thunderbolt 3, Cooling Type Active fan, designed by Apple for quiet operation.

Who is the Blackmagic eGPU (Pre-Installed Radeon Pro 580 8GB / Thunderbolt 3 / Apple-Designed Aluminum Chassis / Mac-Focused, Discontinued) best suited to?

It suits mac users on intel-based macs wanting a first-party-feeling egpu, editors needing extra thunderbolt 3 and video-out ports, buyers who value quiet fan design and integrated styling.

What are the drawbacks of the Blackmagic eGPU (Pre-Installed Radeon Pro 580 8GB / Thunderbolt 3 / Apple-Designed Aluminum Chassis / Mac-Focused, Discontinued)?

It is a poor fit for apple silicon mac owners (egpu support was dropped), anyone wanting to upgrade the gpu later, windows gamers wanting a bare, swappable enclosure.