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10 best thunderbolt video card enclosure

Finding your suitable thunderbolt video card enclosure is not easy. You may need consider between hundred or thousand products from many store. In this article, we make a short list of the best thunderbolt video card enclosure including detail information and customer reviews. Let’s find out which is your favorite one.

Best thunderbolt video card enclosure

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Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box, Thunderbolt 3-to eGPU PCIe Card Expansion System (GPU-350W-TB3Z) Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box, Thunderbolt 3-to eGPU PCIe Card Expansion System (GPU-350W-TB3Z)
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Razer Core X: Thunderbolt 3 External Graphics Enclosure (eGPU) for Windows 10 and Mac External Graphics Laptops Razer Core X: Thunderbolt 3 External Graphics Enclosure (eGPU) for Windows 10 and Mac External Graphics Laptops
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Gigabyte AORUS Gaming Box GTX 1070 Graphic Card GV-N1070IXEB-8GD eGPU Gigabyte AORUS Gaming Box GTX 1070 Graphic Card GV-N1070IXEB-8GD eGPU
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Akitio Node - Thunderbolt3 eGPU for MacOS & Windows (Certified w/ Thunderbolt3 Mac Running MacOS High Sierra v10.13.4 or Later Using AMD Cards) Akitio Node - Thunderbolt3 eGPU for MacOS & Windows (Certified w/ Thunderbolt3 Mac Running MacOS High Sierra v10.13.4 or Later Using AMD Cards)
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GIGABYTE Gaming Box RX 580 8G Graphic Card eGPU (GV-RX580IXEB-8GD) GIGABYTE Gaming Box RX 580 8G Graphic Card eGPU (GV-RX580IXEB-8GD)
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Node Lite (Thunderbolt 3 Pcie Expansion Box) - MacOS and Windows Certified Node Lite (Thunderbolt 3 Pcie Expansion Box) - MacOS and Windows Certified
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ASUS XG-Station-PRO Thunderbolt 3 USB 3.1 External Graphics Card Dock Space Grey ASUS XG-Station-PRO Thunderbolt 3 USB 3.1 External Graphics Card Dock Space Grey
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Lenovo G0A10170UL Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock Lenovo G0A10170UL Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock
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StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis - Thunderbolt 3 to 16 x PCIe - Aluminum - PCIe SSD - External PCIe Enclosure - PCIe Slot StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis - Thunderbolt 3 to 16 x PCIe - Aluminum - PCIe SSD - External PCIe Enclosure - PCIe Slot
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Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck Radeon RX 570 (Mac & Windows Compatible) Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck Radeon RX 570 (Mac & Windows Compatible)
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1. Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box, Thunderbolt 3-to eGPU PCIe Card Expansion System (GPU-350W-TB3Z)

Feature

Connects High Performance GPU Cards to Computers with Thunderbolt 3 Ports-Connects a supported GPU card to your eGFX-compatible computer with Thunderbolt 3 ports (does not support running through bootcamp)
Supports Cards With Popular GPU Chipsets-Includes AMD Radeon R9 and RX and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 7, 9 and 10 series
x16 PCI Express 3.0 slot-Supports up to full-length, full-height, single- or double-width card
Supports Other Thunderbolt 3-Compatible PCIe Cards-Perfect for full-length cards such as the RED ROCKET-X or AVID Pro Tools|HDX
40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 Interface with One Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) Port-Ensures full 2750 MB/s of PCIe bandwidth is dedicated to the installed card

Description

Sonnet's egfx breakaway box, a thunderbolt 3-to-pcie card expansion solution supports any thunderbolt compatible pcie card, but is designed specifically for bandwidth-intensive graphic video cards. The breakaway box enables all the popular gpu cards that support connecting to a computer over thunderbolt such as amd Radeon r9 and rx and NVidia GeForce gtx7, 9 and 10 series, providing gpu support for computationally-intensive applications. Thunderbolt certified for mac & windows. Compatibility: Windows pc with a thunderbolt 3 port (gpu card requires an egfx-enabled windows pc).

2. Razer Core X: Thunderbolt 3 External Graphics Enclosure (eGPU) for Windows 10 and Mac External Graphics Laptops

Feature

Thunderbolt 3 connection to systems for fast speeds up to 40 Gbps
Macs require macOS High Sierra 10.13.4 or later and compatible AMD graphics card.
Windows 10 systems require external graphics (eGFX) support and RS1 or later and compatible NVIDIA or AMD graphics card.
Support for full-length, up to 3 slot-wide PCIe desktop graphics cards. Graphics card sold separately.
Powerful 650W ATX power supply and 100W laptop charging.

Description

The Razer Core x Thunderbolt 3 external desktop graphics enclosure enables full transformation of your compatible laptop into a desktop-class gaming or workstation setup. The Thunderbolt 3 design provides dedicated lanes for both graphics and I/O ensuring fluid gameplay. Connect to the future with the most advanced and versatile eGPU solution available.

3. Gigabyte AORUS Gaming Box GTX 1070 Graphic Card GV-N1070IXEB-8GD eGPU

Feature

Embedded GeForce GTX 1070 enables graphics-intensive game and VR experience
Thunderbolt 3 plug and play
Supports Quick Charge (QC 3.0) and Power Delivery (PD 3.0)
Supports 3x USB 3.0 for peripheral devices

Description

Powered by GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1070 overclock edition graphics card, AORUS GTX 1070 Gaming Box turns the Ultrabook laptop PC into a gaming platform, delivers the incredible performance for graphics-intensive and VR-ready games. And with GIGABYE numerous thermal and overclock technology, you can enjoy high performance in a quiet environment.

4. Akitio Node - Thunderbolt3 eGPU for MacOS & Windows (Certified w/ Thunderbolt3 Mac Running MacOS High Sierra v10.13.4 or Later Using AMD Cards)

Feature

Currently only supports AMD on MacOS High Sierra
Multiple GPU cards supported over Windows
Thunderbolt 3 for lighting fast transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps
Built-in 400W SFX power supply to provide extra power to GPU
1 PCIe (x16) slot supporting full-length, full-height, double-width cards

Description

The Thunderbolt™ 3 eGXF box is a low cost expansion chassis designed to house an external graphics card. Connected to the computer via Thunderbolt 3, the additional GPU power instantly upgrades a regular laptop or a mini PC and makes it possible to do things that would normally require a high-end workstation or gaming computer. For video editors and colorists, the dedicated GPU reduces the time it takes to render the footage, a computer that was not powerful enough for a VR headset is now potentially VR ready and for those that like to play games, these can now run at much higher frame rates than before.

Features:
• Thunderbolt™ 3 for lightning fast transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps
• 1 PCIe (x16) slot supporting full-length, full-height, double-width cards
• Spacious enclosure for use with standard and large sized graphics cards
• Built-in 400W SFX power supply to provide extra power to GPU
• PCIe x16 slot supplying up to 75W of power
• 4 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant interface
• Removable back panel for double-width cards
• Carry handle to easily transport the device

5. GIGABYTE Gaming Box RX 580 8G Graphic Card eGPU (GV-RX580IXEB-8GD)

Feature

Embedded Radeon rx 580 8G Graphics card enables graphics-intensive game
Thunderbolt 3 Plug and play
Easy to carry with portable size
Supports quick charge (qc 3.0) and power delivery (PD 3.0)
Supports 3x USB 3.0 for peripheral devices
Form Factor: External

Description

Embedded Radeon rx 580 8G graphics card enables graphics-intensive game Thunderbolt 3 plug and play easy to carry with portable size supports quick charge (qc 3.0) and power delivery (PD 3.0) supports 3X USB 3.0 for peripheral devices RGB fusion - 16.7M customizable color lighting.

6. Node Lite (Thunderbolt 3 Pcie Expansion Box) - MacOS and Windows Certified

Feature

Thunderbolt 3 for lightning fast transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps
1 PCIe (x16) slot supporting half-length, full-height, double-width cards
4 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant interface
Daisy-chain up to 6 Thunderbolt devices
Dedicated DisplayPort for additional monitor to expand the workspace

Description

The Node Lite provides an additional PCIe slot for Thunderbolt™ 3 computers (e.g. laptop computers) where installing an internal expansion card is not an option and for systems where there is not enough space for more PCIe cards. The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) connection not only makes adding an external PCIe card easy, but it also allows you to take the device with you to use on location and move it from one system to another. Installing and replacing the PCIe card is a simple matter of removing a few thumb screws and does not require any tools.

Features:
• Thunderbolt™ 3 for lightning fast transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps
• Dedicated DisplayPort for additional monitor to expand the workspace
• Second Thunderbolt port supports Thunderbolt 3, USB 3.1, and DisplayPort devices
• 1 PCIe (x16) slot supporting half-length, full-height, double-width cards
• 4 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant interface
• Removable back panel for double-width cards
• Daisy-chain up to 6 Thunderbolt devices
• Durable and rugged aluminum casing
• No tools required for installation

7. ASUS XG-Station-PRO Thunderbolt 3 USB 3.1 External Graphics Card Dock Space Grey

Feature

Compatible with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 900 series, GTX 10 series, RTX 2070, RTX 2080, and AMD Radeon RX580, RX570, and Radeon Pro WX7100 and is mac OS certified with AMD Radeon RX580/RX570 and Radeon Pro WX7100 high sierra 10.13.4 and later
All-new Aluminum Chassis for beauty and function designed by ASUS and In Win
AURA Sync ready with the ASUS XG Station Pro's plasma tube
330W internal power supply delivers support for your graphics card and laptop/tablet
Superior Cooling with dual 120mm exhaust fans with features 0db fan technology for silent performance at low temperatures

Description

Access portability and supreme graphics power as your laptop turn in a professional workstation with the ASUS XG Station Pro external graphics card dock via Thunderbolt 3. The ASUS XG Station Pro has superior cooling with 120mm exhaust fans and reduces noise output to 0dB during light loads.

8. Lenovo G0A10170UL Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock

Feature

PLAY OR WORK LIKE A PRO: Amplify your ultrabook's graphics performance with the integrated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card. Load games or edit videos at higher frame rates and better details from the added graphics boost.
BENEFIT OF ULTRABOOK, EXPERIENCE OF A DESKTOP: Get a desktop-like experience from your Ultrabook with Lenovo Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock via a suite of video and USB ports for your display and peripheral needs. Enjoy Ultrabook portability when mobile and dock to three 4K displays at home or office.
DISCOVER NEW WORLDS WITH WINDOWS MR: Upgrade your IdeaPad 720s 13" (8th Generation Intel CPU, 8 GB RAM) experience with Lenovo Explorer Headset and Lenovo Thunderbolt 3 Graphics dock. The graphics dock supports Windows Mixed Reality at 90 Hz performance to deliver immersive and powerful mixed reality.

Description

Create the most productive and space-saving workstation for your ultrabooks with the Lenovo Thunderbolt 3 Graphics Dock. Featuring an integrated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card, you can have the benefit of the ultrabooks sleek portability and still do graphics-heavy work and play. Powered by innovative Intel Thunderbolt 3 technology, enjoy up to 40 Gbps lightning-fast data transfer and experience a definitive 4K video performance with up to three external displays. At the same time, the graphics dock provides stable, reliable, and continuous power to your Ultrabook and mobile devices with the Thunderbolt port and always-power-on USB 3.0 port.

9. StarTech.com Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Expansion Chassis - Thunderbolt 3 to 16 x PCIe - Aluminum - PCIe SSD - External PCIe Enclosure - PCIe Slot

Feature

Thunderbolt 3 PCIe expansion chassis adds an external PCIe (PCI Express 3.0) x16 slot and a DisplayPort connection to your Thunderbolt 3 equipped MacBook or laptop
Add a PCIe card such as an SSD, Ethernet, Fiber, video capture, USB, FireWire or eSATA card to your Thunderbolt 3 laptop / Thunderbolt 3 PCIe enclosure lets you add an additional PCIe card to your Thunderbolt 3 computer
Increased productivity with Thunderbolt 3 and up to 40Gbps bandwidth / Half-length PCIe card standards are supported / PCI Express 3.0 4 lane compatible interface
Works on Mac and Windows computers / Supports one 4K DisplayPort monitor / Supports dual monitor output / Supports 5K Thunderbolt displays / Daisy chain up to six Thunderbolt 3 devices / Internal 60mm cooling fan
Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe / Thunderbolt 3 Expansion Chassis / Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Box

Description

This Thunderbolt3 PCIe expansion chassis lets you add a PCI Express card to your laptop or desktop computer, through an external Thunderbolt 3 connection. The chassis also features a DisplayPort video output, so you can connect an additional monitor to your laptop, and supports Thunderbolt 3 daisy chaining, so you can expand your workstation even further. You can add many types of PCI Express cards, such as a PCIe USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 and USB-C, SSD, network, eSATA, FireWire or video capture cards. And, with the speed and bandwidth support of Thunderbolt 3 and PCIe 3.0, you can enjoy many of the same port additions you would from the PCI Express expansion slots of a desktop system. The external PCIe enclosure features a dedicated DisplayPort output that lets you add an additional display to your laptop or desktop computer. The enclosure features a second Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port, that you can use to connect a secondary display (a USB-C video adapter may be required). With multiple extended displays, you can work more efficiently by multitasking faster, and avoid the hassle of continually repositioning several open windows or programs. You can also use the second Thunderbolt 3 port to connect additional Thunderbolt, USB and DisplayPort devices to your system. You can daisy chain up to six Thunderbolt 3 devices and expand your workstation to suit your specific requirements. Thunderbolt 3 is the fastest connection available, which means you don't have to deal with the performance bottlenecks of a slower connection, and can accomplish more in the same amount of time. At up to 40Gbps this Thunderbolt 3 expansion chassis gives you the throughput to add displays to your laptop, access files quickly, and work without disruptions. It's easy to access and edit large uncompressed files such as videos and images on the fly, making it ideal for dynamic on-site production. The TB31PCIEX16 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

10. Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck Radeon RX 570 (Mac & Windows Compatible)

Feature

Connects a High Performance External GPU (built in) to Your Computer with Thunderbolt 3 Ports-Connects an AMD Radeon 570 GPU to your eGFX-compatible computer with Thunderbolt 3 ports, to substantially uplift graphics performance.
Small and Highly Portable-Measuring a compact 6 inches wide by 5.1 inches deep by 2 inches tall, the Puck has a minimal footprint on the desktop, fits easily into a computer bag or backpack
Provides 45W of Power Delivery-The Puck powers and charges your computer while connected, even when not in use, allowing you to leave your computer's power brick behind
Multi-Display Graphics Dock for Ultrabooks-With its three DisplayPort ports and one HDMI port, the Puck can support up to four 4K displays
Must be running MacOs High Sierra if using a Mac (Does not run in Bootcamp)

Description

External GPU to Go! Gaming or graphics processing on a thin/light notebook? Even when equipped with a beautiful display and a high-performance CPU, you probably wouldn't have thought of loading games onto one (unless you like playing at low frame rates, resolutions, and detail settings). With the development of Thunderbolt 3 connected external GPUs, such as Sonnet's eGFX Breakaway Box, desktop boxes that support a range of desktop GPU cards that can boost your computer's graphics performance are now available, making Ultrabook gaming and video editing a reality. But, they are, at best, transportable. What if you could instantly boost your computer's graphics performance anytime and anywhere you need it, without being anchored to a desk? Here's an idea-Pack a Puck! Sonnet's eGFX Breakaway Puck is an extremely-portable, high-performance, all-in-one external GPU for Thunderbolt 3 computers that provides accelerated graphics and multi-display connectivity. With a Puck connected to your computer, you can dramatically accelerate popular graphics-intensive games and pro applications anywhere.

Conclusion

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