eGPU (External GPU)
External GPU docks add discrete graphics performance to handhelds or laptops via a high-bandwidth connection. They are most useful for devices that lack sufficient integrated GPU performance, though the rise of AMD’s Strix Halo APU has narrowed the performance gap significantly.
Products in This Category
| Product | GPU | Connection | Review |
|---|---|---|---|
| ayaneo-ag01 | AMD RX 7600M XT | Oculink | YouTube |
| onexplayer-onexgpu | AMD RX 7600M XT | OCuLink + USB 4.0 | Product page |
| onexplayer-onexgpu-2 | AMD RX 7800M (RDNA 3) | OCuLink + USB 4.0 | Product page |
| gpd-g1 | AMD RX 7600M XT | OCuLink + USB 4 + Thunderbolt 3/4 | Product page |
Key Considerations
- Oculink vs USB4: Oculink provides higher bandwidth and lower latency. Preferred for eGPU use. See egpu-docking.
- The Strix Halo question: At 80–85W TDP, the Ryzen AI Max integrated GPU approaches RX 7600M XT performance, reducing the value proposition of eGPU docks for users with Strix Halo handhelds. The AG01 review discusses this directly.
- Remaining eGPU benefits even with Strix Halo: quad-monitor support, Ethernet, SSD expansion, future-proofing.
Brands
- ayaneo — AG01 Starship
- gpd — G1 (2023/2024)
- onexplayer — ONEXGPU, ONEXGPU 2