Top 7 Best External Graphics Cards for Laptops for 2022

Often, computer owners are faced with the need to improve the performance of their hardware using a video card. And if for stationary devices there is always a choice - to make a replacement by dismantling or installing an external card, then for laptops improvement is only possible in the second way. The best external video cards for laptops from all offers in the segment are described in detail in our rating.

Experts' Choice:

Mini rating

How to connect an external video card to a laptop

This is done through special adapters - docking stations. They are presented in a wide price range - on average from 40 to 300 US dollars.

Razer Core X Dock

Docking station connected to laptop

What is a docking station?

Many people came across the definition under another name “egpu”. Both options mean a special candy bar, which includes:

• port for Video Card (VK);
• power unit;
• cooling module;
• ports for connecting external devices.

The stations are confidently gaining popularity, as they are convenient and allow you to save a lot of time during installation.

HIS Multi-View II Adapter – video card for organizing a multi-monitor configuration

This device is one of the most portable - it easily fits even in a woman’s handbag and is quickly brought into working condition.

Unlike other external video cards, Multi-View II Adapter cannot be called a full-fledged graphics accelerator. The adapter is only capable of reproducing the image that is initially generated on the laptop onto an additional screen.

Advantages:

• the device displays images on screens by connecting a DVI-I Dual Link cable, which equally effectively supports analog and digital signals;
• the video card is connected to the laptop via a USB 2.0 port and receives power from it;
• compatibility with Apple brand devices;
• high-quality cooling of the device. Under load, the maximum temperature does not exceed 39°C;
• There is alpha channel support, so graphics with transparent elements are not a problem.

Flaws:

• the body is made of plastic;
• sometimes the effect of a floating and freezing screen occurs;
• There is no way to connect directly via HDMI. To do this, special controllers must be installed on the monitor.

Video card for PC and laptop: functions and connection standards

An external video card for a laptop is most often needed by gamers. But it may be needed not only for games. For example, some professional graphics programs require very high standards, and the built-in card may not meet them at all.

Desktop PCs have a special PCI slot. The connection goes through it using a simple algorithm. But if you have a laptop, you will have to rack your brains a little. And here’s why: the system for equipping laptops with video cards is not unified. It can be one of three options:

• built-in map;
• external only;
• a hybrid having both types of VC.

The latter option often attracts gamers. During the operation of the laptop, the internal card usually works, and when loading heavy games or programs, some of the functions are automatically taken over by the external one.

Important! Do not allow cards to work under maximum load. Such operation will lead to burning of the modules, and this in turn will result in expensive repairs. Therefore, it is more efficient and expedient for many factors to upgrade your laptop by connecting a new external card.

What types of connectors are there?

When the need arises for an additional video card for their laptop, users always face the same problem - how to connect.

Initially the following connectors were used:

• ExpressCard port;
• USB.

They can still be used now, but the throughput of such ports leaves much to be desired.

At one time, the MXM standard, intended for desktop computers, was actively promoted. But it was not widely used, since it required disassembling the PC and had a lot of other disadvantages.

But Thunderbolt was a breakthrough in this segment!

Thunderbolt - what is it?

The new port was the brainchild of two well-known companies Apple and Intel (the latter now has all the rights to it). This standard has many advantages:

• high data throughput (up to 40 gigabytes in the latest versions);
• compatibility with other technologies (for example, Type-C, USB 3.1 and more);
• support for multiple operating systems.

Important! Today this standard is the most popular, but it is not present in the budget segment.

4Additional procedures to increase laptop performance

How else can you improve the performance of a laptop? Here are the standard offers:

• Increase the amount of RAM to at least 8 GB, and preferably 16.
• Install a solid state drive (SSD) instead of a hard drive.
• During the game, disable all unnecessary programs: browser, cloud clients, you can even disable the antivirus.
• When you first start the game, do not set the graphics to maximum, but to medium or low settings. If a laptop coupled with an external video card can cope with such a load, you can gradually increase the graphics quality. By successive approximations, achieve the most favorable compromise between graphics quality and game performance.

How to cheaply upgrade a laptop with an external video card

How to cheaply upgrade a laptop
An external gaming video card for a laptop is a fairly expensive device. In addition, not everyone understands that the space for the card is considered the narrowest in the device and it is not always practically possible to install a high-performance card there.

The best option for laptops is the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060. This device is affordable and is one of the most advanced in the segment. It runs almost any game and can work on multiple monitors.

Advantages and disadvantages

the fastest modification;

work with a frequency of 8 GHz;

support for all drivers;

decent FPS;

two fans with a wide range of settings.

Budget solutions

If you have a good, but slightly outdated laptop or PC, you shouldn’t despair, because the performance problem can be solved with relatively little money – up to 20 thousand rubles. All of the models listed below, despite their relatively low cost, have received positive reviews from experts and users, and therefore there is no doubt about their effectiveness. The article contains approximate price tags, since external cards are not very common in the Russian and CIS markets, which contributes to significant price fluctuations.

Table for reference:

Zotac AMP Box

Approximate cost: 16,000 rubles.

Perhaps the most affordable solution that will really show an increase in performance is the Zotac AMP Box. The company is well known in the market, because the first models went on sale in 2022. By the way, AMP Box is more advanced than its predecessor mini due to its increased size. Thus, its dimensions are 271 x 257 x 146 mm, which allows you to install powerful video cards like the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and shortened versions of other high-end models (for comparison, the Mini supported work with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 cards).

The station has a 450 W power supply, which is more than enough for its class. It is also worth mentioning the presence of four USB 3.1 ports and one ThunderBolt 3 (this interface provides connection to a laptop).

The case looks quite neat, has rounded edges and many ventilation grilles. The power button is located on the front panel in its upper part. Cooling of the AMP Box is quite primitive - there is a fan that cools the power supply itself, no additional systems are provided. But the noise level of the operating device is minimal, which all owners highlight.

Zotac AMP Box

Advantages:

• Acceptable price;
• USB 3.1 ports are in sufficient quantity;
• Neat design, nothing superfluous;
• Works with mid-level video cards and shortened high-end versions;
• Low noise level.

Flaws:

• Powerful video cards are not supported (they simply won’t fit into a 22.8 cm long slot - modern models can reach sizes of more than 30 cm);
• Cooling.

Conclusion: Zotac AMP Box is one of the most affordable external video cards with a good combination of price and quality. Yes, it has a strictly limited set of capabilities, but it has practically no downsides. By the way, the card has been on the market for quite a long time and most users consider it a very successful version.

HP Omen Accelerator

Approximate cost: 18,000 rubles.

Despite the slight difference in price, the HP Omen Accelerator is much more interesting than the previous model. Even externally, the station looks much more attractive: having the shape of a cube with two legs on the sides, beautifully cut corners and pleasant colors, it resembles real gaming equipment. This can be seen both in the external dimensions - 200 x 400 x 200 mm, and in the maximum accommodating length of the video card up to 29 cm. So, you can install a mid- and high-level video card into the docking station without any problems. Also pleasing is the ability to install a 2.5-inch hard drive.

The connection process is extremely simple - you need to install the video card, hard drive (if necessary) and connect the Omen Accelerator to the laptop using the special cable that comes with the kit.

The device's power supply is designed for 500 Watts, so there will be no problems even with top-end video cards (even when connecting an additional drive). Everything is good with the interfaces - there is one USB-C, four USB 3.0 connectors and LAN ports.

The only real drawback is the rather high noise level of the power supply.

HP Omen Accelerator

Advantages:

• The price corresponds to the characteristics;
• Pleasant appearance;
• Many ports;
• Supports video cards up to 29 cm;
• You can install a hard drive;
• All connection cables are included;
• 500 Watt power supply.

Flaws:

• The power supply has a high noise level and it is difficult to do anything about it.

Conclusion: A very interesting option, which is perfect both as a budget option and quite suitable for serious tasks. It has all the necessary interfaces, and its premium features and price make it one of the most competitive options in its niche.

PowerColor Devil Box

Approximate cost: 18,000 rubles.

PowerColor is a well-known Taiwanese corporation that needs no introduction. And the first thing that attracts the attention of buyers is, of course, the design. The station is made in a unique style, resembling a rectangular parallelepiped with cut edges. The largest part is occupied by a mesh for ventilation, and four large screws around the perimeter give it additional impressiveness. The final touch is the stylish logo made on the side – demonic wings and the inscription “Devil”. So the Devil Box looks really cool and fully lives up to its name.

The dimensions of the device are as follows: 400 × 172 × 242 mm. Such rather large dimensions allow you to fit a video card up to 310 × 140 × 50 mm in size into the “devilish box”, which undoubtedly significantly expands the list of possible solutions (AMD Radeon R9 Nano, Nvidia GeForce GTX Titan X, Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 and many others).

The power supply has a power of 500 W, but the “box” is designed for cards with power consumption up to 375 W. The interfaces are also in perfect order - standard four USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 (aka Type-C/Thunderbolt, which makes it easy to connect to a laptop).

Like the previous model, PowerColor Devil Box allows the owner to connect a hard drive (2.5-inch, SATA interface, speed up to 6 Gbps). Connecting the docking station is very simple - all cables (power cable and Thunderbolt 3) are included, so there should be no problems.

PowerColor Devil Box

Advantages:

• Price;
• Unique design;
• Working with large video cards;
• 500 Watt power supply;
• Power cable and Thunderbolt 3 included;
• Supports storage drive installation;
• Lots of ports.

Flaws:

• Not detected.

Conclusion: PowerColor Devil Box is a budget solution with a hint of serious improvement, has all the necessary functionality and supports a huge number of video cards, it is also worth highlighting the stylish design and many positive reviews from the owners of this model.

Rating of popular video card brands

Experts do not recommend saving on VK, so focus on the products of the most famous brands:

• Asus - a company from Taiwan produces almost all computer equipment and components;
• Sonnet is a large American company offering numerous solutions for IT ecosystems, software and devices developed taking into account new technologies;
• Alienware is another American brand engaged in the production of computer equipment and components;
• Gigabyte is a Taiwanese brand specializing in video cards and other computer devices;
• Razer is an American company that develops and produces gaming equipment;
• HP is one of the oldest companies in the segment, founded in California in the 1940s and specializing in computer software and hardware.

Advanced docking stations

This section is already represented by really serious gaming equipment, which is evident even from the names of the manufacturing brands - Razer, ASUS, Aorus and Gigabyte. There is no doubt about their quality, because they have decades of development in this area behind them. And although it is quite difficult to find the best in this segment, it is enough just to familiarize yourself with the favorites - by choosing any model, the user will be satisfied with the purchase.

Visual comparison table:

Asus ROG XG Station Pro

Approximate cost: 36,000 rubles.

Many gaming portals call this station one of the best, giving it first place in the ratings, in particular thanks to the rating of the Asus company itself, and its excellent price/quality ratio.

As for the appearance, the box is made in all the traditions of minimalism - a rectangular parallelepiped of black color, with round holes for the air duct and very slightly rounded corners. But the dimensions of the station are very impressive - 375 × 107 × 205 mm, this design allows you to easily place any modern video card inside, for example, the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti, popular in 2022.

But there is also a small drawback - the built-in 330-watt power supply will not be able to “pull” top-level video cards, however, for the average user these characteristics should be enough.

By the way, despite the simplicity of the design, the developers did not leave their creation without a unique feature by adding 10 LEDs to the body. Their settings (color control, blinking, etc.) can be made using a special Asus Aura program, so nothing prevents gamers from making their station a little brighter and more unique.

It is the simplicity, from the appearance to the LED settings, and the connection of the box, combined with an attractive price, that makes the ROG XG Station Pro one of the most popular models not only from Asus, but throughout the entire segment. By the way, for those who find the model outdated or not very presentable, ASUS ROG XG STATION 2 is already on sale - an updated version of the classic with a modern design, improved characteristics and, for now, an inflated price tag.

Also, the disadvantages include a rather meager set of interfaces for this level (Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1), however, these are all solvable problems that fans of the brand simply do not pay attention to.

Asus ROG XG Station Pro

Advantages:

• Aluminium case;
• Price quality;
• Compatible with almost all video cards;
• LED backlighting with user-friendly Asus Aura software;
• External power supply;
• Good cooling (two fans);
• Convenient box design;
• Compatible with Windows and macOS.

Flaws:

• The supplied power supply will not be able to handle serious video cards;
• Number of ports.

Conclusion: Asus ROG XG Station Pro deservedly takes its high position in various ratings, because the station has all the necessary functionality and boasts a very affordable price. However, it still cannot be called a full-fledged leader - rather, it is the most reasonable purchase for price/quality reasons, but there are also more worthy models.

Razer Core Box

Approximate cost: 40,000 rubles.

In many ways, the Razer Core Box is a landmark docking station, because it was the first box that allows you to easily connect an external graphics card to a laptop. Despite quite a long time on the market, the device is still relevant today, and the number of positive reviews simply does not allow you to miss this model.

The first thing that pleases the model is, of course, its appearance. Compared to it, many previous stations look like “gray mice”, because the Razer Core Box, in addition to a beautiful aluminum case in matte black, has a large mesh for air exchange, which allows you to see the video card and looks very attractive. In addition, there is a backlight. All elements are made of very high quality and there is no feeling that this is just a beautiful wrapper. It is worth saying that the case looks great with Razer laptops, forming a kind of aggressive industrial display.

The station is equipped with its own 500 W power supply, of which 375 W is allocated to operate the video card, which is generally not bad (considering that this is one of the oldest models on the market). The dimensions of the box are quite impressive: 104 × 339 × 218 mm, which allows you to “shove” almost any video card up to 31 cm long inside.

Also, returning to the body, it is worth mentioning the large number of holes - they are on the sides, bottom and sides. Inside there are three full-fledged fans, each of which performs its own task - cooling the power supply, video card and other components, and the main fan which simply “accelerates warm air”, so everything is very good with cooling, thanks to the well-thought-out design. True, the station is noticeably noisy - even without a load, when turned on, the cooler on the power supply produces a very high level of noise, so for a comfortable game you will have to consider buying headphones.

The Razer Core Box is equipped with a good set of interfaces: 4X USB 3.0, a Thunderbolt 3 slot and even a 1 Gigabit Ethernet connector are available. It is interesting that, despite the use of an older TI3 in the docking station, it works much more stable than the new ones. There are no problems with compatibility either, but sometimes the signal from some USB ports may disappear.

Razer Core Box

Advantages:

• Stylish design;
• Tested by time (produced since 2014);
• Aluminium case;
• Supports many video cards;
• Good compatibility with laptops;
• Case lighting;
• Stable work;
• Sophisticated cooling system;
• Lots of slots.

Flaws:

• Problems with disconnecting some USB devices;
• High noise level;
• The included Thunderbolt 3 cable is short (0.5m), which often leads to the need to connect the box through the rear panel (the aesthetic “face” of the station looks better).

Conclusion: Razer Core Box is one of the most popular devices among docking stations, because Razer was the first serious company to release a truly functional product. Even today, the box is highly sought after and boasts enviable features as well as a unique design. The only thing is that users will have to put up with noise - but there will be no problems with cooling.

Gigabyte Aorus GTX 1080 Gaming Box

Approximate cost: 40,000 rubles.

Gigabyte officially introduced this station in 2022 and since then this model is probably one of the best offers on the market. The thing is that the Aorus GTX 1080 Gaming Box is immediately equipped with a GeForce GTX 1080 graphics card (as is clear from the name). For comparison, for 40,000 rubles the user receives a ready-made solution, while other manufacturers sell the station itself without graphics for 30-35,000 rubles, so the benefit is obvious.

The station looks quite simple, although very attractive - black metal with cut corners, cooling grilles (you can see what's going on inside), a stylish company logo and a discreet but very convenient back panel. By the way, the manufacturer includes a bag for transporting the box, which is good news.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the dimensions of the device - 212 x 96 x 162 mm with a weight of 2.4 kg (for comparison, the company’s junior model weighs the same). Such compactness was achieved using the GeForce GTX 1080 Mini ITX 8G adapter (its length is only 169 mm). The power supply is internal and produces 450 W.

Another feature is the customizable backlight, which looks very good. True, setting it up on the fly will not be easy - the setup algorithm is too complicated.

The box is equipped with two fans, but given its size and proper placement, this is quite enough for effective cooling.

But what the “baby” will definitely surprise you with is the set of interfaces – there are HDMI, DVI, three DisplayPort, four USB 3.0 and USB-C (aka Thunderbolt 3) ports. There is support for Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging.

Aorus GTX 1080 Gaming Box can operate in two modes - Gaming and OC Mode.

Gigabyte Aorus GTX 1080 Gaming Box

Advantages:

• Compact dimensions;
• Gaming and OC Modes;
• Efficient cooling;
• Stylish case lighting;
• Quick Charge 3.0 support;
• Attractive price;
• Lots of ports;
• Stylish design;
• GeForce GTX 1080 inside.

Flaws:

• Heavy weight;
• The backlight adjustment algorithm could be simpler.

Conclusion: Gigabyte Aorus GTX 1080 Gaming Box is an excellent solution for gamers who want to get maximum features for a minimum price. There are simply a lot of positive reviews about the station, but there are practically no cons, so the verdict is obvious - it’s definitely worth considering as a purchase option on a limited budget.

How to choose a good external video card

The selection of video cards in stores is huge. Therefore, you need to be very careful when choosing and rely on a long list of criteria.

System requirements

If you buy an expensive video camera, but do not take into account the system requirements of the laptop, the external device will not work. Most often, the list of requirements is limited to the following items:

• M.2 connectors (in case there are no free slots);
• slot type A;
• balance of video card and processor (optimal option NVidia GTX 560/670).

What video card: AMD or Nvidia

Initially, Nvidia was far ahead of the competition's developments. But the latest AMD models are in no way inferior in quality and availability of additional options.

Important! Be sure to consider the generation of the device. Even within the same line, each subsequent generation is much more advanced than the previous one.

Power and Cooling

The power supply is not always able to meet the power consumption needs of a new device. Therefore, take into account the recommendations given by the manufacturer - he always notes the optimal parameters of the power source.

Most often they come down to the following:

• budget models require a PCI-Express connector;
• premium ones with a power of 75 W and above need other connectors - six- and eight-pin.

Important! The cooling system must cope with the increased load. Ideally, she “knows how” to distinguish between the intensity of the load and work depending on it. Liquid options are the most effective.

Why buy an empty box?

This option is suitable for those who plan to fill the box themselves and are well versed in hardware.

Design, weight and dimensions

Here it is important to maintain a balance between compactness and the prospect of ever inserting another card, for example, a longer one. Weight, like design, basically doesn’t matter. They do not affect functionality in any way and are an individual choice for everyone.

Price equator

Here are popular models from the best manufacturers, which are distinguished not only by a good set of capabilities, but also by pleasant features such as support for multiple monitors, charging the laptop while working, and, of course, equipped with a good cooling system.

Table:

Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck

Approximate cost: 32,000 rubles.

The advent of Thunderbolt 3 created a small revolution, allowing laptop users to significantly increase their productivity through docking stations. The eGFX Breakaway Puck station is a high-performance universal solution created by Sonnet immediately with the RX 560 video adapter. It is noteworthy that the device has fairly compact dimensions - 152x130x58 mm, takes up little space and can be easily transported with a laptop.

The design of the device is quite simple - outwardly it is a neat “box” of a very discreet appearance with vertical slots for ventilation on the ribs. There are also mesh air intakes on top, which look pretty good together with the company logo.

Also, it is worth noting that the eGFX Breakaway Puck is equipped with a portable Radeon RX 570 GPU - one of the best solutions at the moment for working with professional video editors like Adobe Premier, and provides good frame rates and smooth images in games. It is also interesting that the built-in video card can display images on four screens at once (4K resolution). Also thanks to the Thunderbolt 3 connection, the Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck boasts high video signal speeds.

The cooling system includes a temperature-controlled fan that does an excellent job of keeping the device cool during load. It is worth saying that the power supply is remote, that is, the device itself must be connected to both the laptop and the power supply. This solution is not very popular among users (the power supply takes up space, you must always have a power cable with you), but it avoids additional heating in the device body. The built-in interfaces are as follows: one HDMI and three DisplayPort.

One of the pleasant surprises is the ability to charge your laptop from the station. All cables, as well as a bracket for permanent installation (wall) are included in the kit.

But there were some unpleasant moments. Thus, the docking station will only work with the Windows 10 operating system (starting from build version 1703). And a very obvious disadvantage is the lack of USB ports, which is often mentioned by owners.

Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck

Advantages:

• Good cooling system;
• Price quality;
• Built-in GPU Radeon RX 570;
• Ability to charge the laptop (even if it is turned off);
• The kit includes cables and a mounting bracket;
• Availability of HDMI (x1) and DisplayPort (x3) connectors;
• Simultaneous work with four 4K screens;
• Powerful enough for games and professional programs.

Flaws:

• Works only on devices running Windows 10;
• No USB ports.

Conclusion: an extremely interesting solution, supplied immediately with a good internal video card. In terms of price/quality ratio, it is significantly ahead of its direct competitors, due to its good performance and set of interfaces. Also pleased with the delivery package and the cooling system. A small minus like the lack of USB is a completely acceptable price for the capabilities provided.

BizonBOX 3

Approximate cost: 33,000 rubles.

This docking station will be of interest to all those who have Apple laptops and PCs. Having a rather ascetic appearance, the “box” can increase productivity up to 7 times. BizonBOX 3 is connected via eGPU Thunderbolt (cable included).

It is worth saying that BOX 3 is the brainchild of the popular Russian company Bizon, so there should be no problems with its purchase. In addition, when ordering, the station can be completed at your own request by choosing a 400 W power supply (the included external power supply with a power of 200 W) and any video card up to 32 cm in size (this list includes entry-level video cards from GTX 960 to professional Titan X-series ). By the way, the official price of a 400 W power supply is about $100, so this amount will have to be added to the price if you purchase powerful graphics.

Interestingly, by connecting the box just once, the user no longer needs to configure anything - the station will turn on itself without rebooting or updating any data. The design of the device, as described above, is quite ascetic, but it is worth considering that the case material is aluminum, with holes for ventilation located over a large area. And at the top and bottom there are special paired handles with which the device can be easily transported and conveniently stored (the elevation of the main part of the body promotes additional cooling and reduces dust ingress). The dimensions of the “bison” are 360 ​​× 80 × 205 mm, so you can’t call it miniature (the weight of the docking station, power supply and all cables is 2 kg).

BizonBOX 3

Advantages:

• Huge potential;
• Aluminium case;
• Thunderbolt cable included;
• Does not require a reboot when turned on;
• Convenient to transport and store;
• There are PCI-Express slots;
• A wide variety of graphics cards (up to 32 cm long) can be connected.

Flaws:

• When buying a serious video card, you will have to spend money on a power supply unit, since the standard power supply is simply not enough;
• Costs may vary significantly from location to location.

Conclusion: BizonBOX 3 is a universal station for Apple devices, because it works with both inexpensive cards and high-end models. In fact, this is an excellent choice for the future, because all components are easily found in Russia, and the potential of this system is enormous, so that by purchasing BOX 3, the user provides himself with a high-quality and reliable device for many years to come.

Summing up

If in the middle of the decade finding a docking station in Russia, and even at an adequate price, was an incredibly difficult task, today the market for external video cards is represented by a variety of models from the most popular brands. And the most important thing is that over several years the units themselves have become an order of magnitude better and more sophisticated - almost all of them do not have serious problems with cooling, compatibility and performance. And prices have become an order of magnitude lower, which allows each user to find a device that suits their own needs and wallet. So, to summarize, we can say that the most interesting budget station is the PowerColor Devil Box due to its good potential and stylish design; in the mid-range segment, BizonBOX 3 and Asus ROG XG Station Pro are definitely worth paying attention to; among professional cards, Gigabyte looks the most attractive Aorus GTX 1080 Gaming Box, although the others have decent characteristics.

Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box

About the product

eGPU case from the little-known company Sonnet, which was founded in 1986. Sonnet specializes in PC expansion boards, peripherals and accessories.

The Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box is a fairly simple and relatively affordable eGPU enclosure. The case comes in three versions: Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box 350w, Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box 550w and Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box 650. The models vary in power, with the 350W model being the most affordable product of its kind you can buy.

Peculiarities

From the outside, the Breakaway Box is unremarkable, with a black body and an LED logo on the front. The inside of the case is spacious and supports a wide range of graphics cards, although the case itself is light and compact compared to others.

Graphics card. The case is compatible with GeForce, Quadro and Radeon cards.

Compound. Connections are limited to just one Thunderbolt 3 port, due to the low price of the base model.

What we liked: - compatible with most GPUs; — simple design; - easy.

What I didn’t like: - 550W and 650W versions are expensive.

Ultimately, the eGFX Breakway Box is a rugged, all-in-one eGPU enclosure. The younger version of the device with a power of 350 W is suitable for a limited budget.

Where to repair Macbook, iMac and iPhone

Checklist for choosing a reliable service center for repairing Apple equipment

Prices

Fair, not overpriced and not underestimated. There should be prices on the Service website. Necessarily! without asterisks, clear and detailed, where technically possible - as accurate and conclusive as possible.

Deadlines

If spare parts are available, up to 85% of complex repairs can be completed in 1-2 days. Modular repairs require much less time. The website shows the approximate duration of any repair.

Warranty and responsibility

A guarantee must be given for any repairs. Everything is described on the website and in the documents. The guarantee is self-confidence and respect for you. A 3-6 month warranty is good and sufficient. It is needed to check quality and hidden defects that cannot be detected immediately. You see honest and realistic terms (not 3 years), you can be sure that they will help you.

Stock

Half the success in Apple repair is the quality and reliability of spare parts, so a good service works with suppliers directly, there are always several reliable channels and your own warehouse with proven spare parts for current models, so you don’t have to waste extra time.

Free diagnostics

This is very important and has already become a rule of good manners for the service center. Diagnostics is the most difficult and important part of the repair, but you don't have to pay a penny for it, even if you don't repair the device based on its results.

Service repairs and delivery

A good service values ​​your time, so it offers free delivery. And for the same reason, repairs are carried out only in the workshop of a service center: they can be done correctly and according to technology only in a prepared place.

Convenient schedule

If the Service works for you, and not for itself, then it is always open! absolutely. The schedule should be convenient to fit in before and after work. Good service works on weekends and holidays. We are waiting for you and working on your devices every day: 9:00 - 21:00

The reputation of professionals consists of several points

Company age and experience

Reliable and experienced service has been known for a long time. If a company has been on the market for many years and has managed to establish itself as an expert, people turn to it, write about it, and recommend it. We know what we are talking about, since 98% of incoming devices in the service center are restored. Other service centers trust us and refer complex cases to us.

How many masters in areas

If there are always several engineers waiting for you for each type of equipment, you can be sure: 1. there will be no queue (or it will be minimal) - your device will be taken care of right away. 2. you give your Macbook for repair to an expert in the field of Mac repairs. He knows all the secrets of these devices

Technical literacy

If you ask a question, a specialist should answer it as accurately as possible. So that you can imagine what exactly you need. They will try to solve the problem. In most cases, from the description you can understand what happened and how to fix the problem.

Openness of the service is the key to mutual trust and cooperation

Social media

If they are trying to organize a convenient service for you, you will definitely find the company on VK, Facebook, Instagram, and of course, on the Youtube channel. Here you can always, in an informal setting, look at the life of the service from the inside, evaluate examples of repairs, and communicate with specialists live. It’s convenient, and now you simply can’t live without social networks

Faces of the company

Apple's seasoned experts and engineers are superheroes, but they don't wear masks. On the website and on social networks you can always see who you are going to, see photos and learn a little about the engineers and service managers. You can write to each of them, suggest or clarify something with someone with whom you have already communicated.

Reviews

You can understand a lot from reviews if you treat them correctly. The overall assessment of the service should be positive and high. But the rating cannot be maximum. Reviews can be both positive and negative, the main thing is that they respond to them, communicate, make decisions, help, that is, treat them like a human being.

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Stepanov Maxim Igorvich February 15

Question: Hello. Model MacBook Pro 2015 2011. It looks like the amd discrete video chip has burned out. Is it possible to work with disabling the discrete chip and connecting an external video card (for working in Final cut)?

Answer: Good afternoon, Maxim! The problem may be with the video chip. Solved by replacing it. We will be able to say for sure after diagnosing the device. Our diagnostics are free in any case. The cost of replacing a video chip is 13,000 rubles (spare part + labor). We do not disable graphics. Best regards, MacPlus!

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March 06

Question: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Late 2013) How much does it cost to replace a discrete graphics card chip? (When connecting a 4k monitor, there is braking), will this help? What is the guarantee?

Answer: Good afternoon! In Retina models, video chips do not change, since they rarely fail. If there is a problem with the video card, then most likely there is a fault in the graphics power circuit. It will be possible to say for sure only after diagnosing the device. Our diagnostics are free. Best regards, MacPlus!

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Thunderbolt connector

To be able to connect a laptop to an external video card box, you need not only powerful hardware, but also a Thunderbolt connector. This interface allows you to transfer data at a speed of 40 gigabits per second, when the latest version of USB can handle barely half.

Only the latest laptop models have this connector, so it’s worth taking this into account when purchasing an external video card box.