Razer launches Mac compatible Core X eGPU for $299

Gaming hardware specialist Razer on Tuesday released the Razer Core X, an all-new external GPU enclosure that, thanks to Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, is compatible with Macs running macOS 10.13.4 High Sierra.

AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 24

First Look: $599 Gigabyte RX 580 Gaming Box gives compact eGPU power to MacBook Pro

Long-time video card supplier Gigabyte now has an all-in-one package for Mac users looking to get into Thunderbolt 3 eGPU technology, and AppleInsider is testing the latest version.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 16

First look: Sonnet's eGFX Breakaway Puck RX570 delivers on-the-go graphics power to MacBook Pro

The Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck packs a Radeon RX570 GPU inside a portable, Thunderbolt 3-compatible package, offering MacBook users a take-anywhere graphics boost.

Andrew O'Hara 8 years ago 12

Apple details eGPU support in macOS 10.13.4 High Sierra, notes no Nvidia support

The release of macOS 10.13.4 brings with it official external GPU support by Apple, but the company is recommending specific enclosures/chassis and cards, excluding ones some people might hope to use.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 39

Apple debuts macOS High Sierra 10.13.4 with Business Chat and eGPU support

Apple today updated macOS to version 10.13.4, bringing new features like Business Chat in Messages and support for external GPU (eGPU) enclosures to Mac users.

Andrew O'Hara 8 years ago 25

Thunderbolt, Thunderbolt 2 eGPU compatibility purged from macOS High Sierra beta 5

Monday's update to the High Sierra 10.13.4 beta has continued to advance external GPU technology, but at a cost — older hardware using Thunderbolt 2 including the cylinder Mac Pro — are out out luck at present.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 25

First look: Mantiz MZ-02 Thunderbolt 3 eGPU enclosure in space gray

After AppleInsider examined the Mantiz MZ-02 eGPU, the company expanded its line slightly, but more importantly, refined the internals a bit.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 4

MacBook Pro eGPUs gain full clamshell mode and hot-plug capabilities in Apple's macOS 10.13.4 beta

AppleInsider testing has shown significant improvement in eGPU implementation in Apple's new macOS 10.13.4 beta, boasting a dynamic clamshell mode working as expected regardless of monitor configuration, and a new menu on the desktop allowing users to disconnect from a connected enclosure without necessitating a logout.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 18

Asus XG Station Pro Thunderbolt 3 eGPU enclosure has slim form factor, external power supply

Asus has abandoned large enclosures for it's latest Thunderbolt 3 external GPU expansion case, with the new XG Station Pro separating the power supply's bulk and heat from the enclosure.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 8

Apple 2017 year in review: All of the products Apple announced that won't ship until 2018

This year was somewhat uncharacteristic for Apple in terms of product announcements, as the company unveiled or preannounced a number of new devices that didn't actually ship in 2017. Rather than needing to rely on rumors or guesswork, we can tell you with a greater degree of certainty that these products are officially on the horizon from Apple.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 38

Apple 2017 year in review: The 'Pro' desktop market is revisited with the iMac Pro, with more in the pipeline

After years of no updates to Apple's "Pro" desktop line, the company uncharacteristically made some public statements in April about a forthcoming line refresh, which led to the iMac Pro's release in December. But, the remarks made may or may not ultimately lead to what Apple fans want to see.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 68

Hands On: Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck with Radeon RX 560

External GPU enclosures can be pretty massive. Sonnet has a solution to the problem with the portable eGFX Breakaway Puck — and AppleInsider has one to test.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 13

Sonnet ships Thunderbolt 3 eGFX Breakaway Box 550 with sufficient power for Vega 56 PCI-E card

Sonnet has added to its line of external GPU enclosures with the new 550W version of the eGFX Breakaway Box, with the heftier power supply able to handle a wider array of PCI-E video cards.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 0

Sonnet crams Thunderbolt 3 eGPU into original Mac mini-sized enclosure with eGFX Breakaway Puck

Mac upgrade company Sonnet has released the eGFX Breakaway Puck, enabling multi-display capabilities in a portable enclosure for Thunderbolt 3 computers.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 35

How to use 'unsupported' Thunderbolt 3 docks and enclosures on Sierra and High Sierra

Even using the "universal" USB-C connector for Thunderbolt 3, there are still some drive enclosures, eGPU cases, and docks that won't connect to a Mac running Sierra or High Sierra. Here's how to get them to talk to your MacBook Pro or iMac.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 5

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