Only if you replace the power supply unit. This is easy to do as it is an SFX form factor. You can also fix the biggest shortcoming of the product: The O power supply does not have silent mode. So when you plug in the Thunderbolt to the laptop, the fans of the power supply run. Even if the laptop is not switched on.
I can only emphasise that "something like this" is not the target group of the case. The fans can be replaced, but I cannot judge whether there is enough space for a water cooling system.
If in doubt, it is better to choose a card with fan cooling and take the overall length into account.
TB3 also results in power losses, which is why this combination would also not be ideal.
But otherwise, you will unfortunately have to try it out for yourself.
Hey!
In principle, any card that complies with the maximum dimensions will fit:
Max inner dimensions
Length : 12.99"/ 330 mm
Height*: 6.29" / 160 mm
Width : 2.36" / 60 mm
Power : 500 Watt
Data from here:
https://www.razer.com/gaming-egpus/razer-core-x/RC21-01430100-R3U1
Reading through reddit I find many different things. There's one post where someone put a RX 6800 XT inside the Core X and managed to get it running using Bootcamp.
There's the post: https://www.reddit.com/r/macgaming/comments/kqd4xx/mac_mini_razer_core_x_amd_6800_xt/
Hope this helps you. Also read in a couple posts there may be some error messages. Powerwise it should run without a problem.
So it sounds like a Go. But I would use a monitor with Amd FreeSync and check the dimensions of the graphics cards with the max. specifications from Razor.
Hello Lars
The Razer Core X Chroma in itself only has the following ports on its back:
1x Thunderbolt 3
4x USB 3.0 Type-A
1x Gigabit Ethernet
1x 3-pin power connector
All connections for monitors (HDMI, DisplayPort, etc.) are provided by the graphics card installed in the enclosure by the user.
Yep, plugging in while running works, but if you just unplug the cable without shutting down the laptop (Win10 + nVidia for me) don't expect the monitors to light up again without rebooting the laptop (just tested for you). But with the USB and DP ports you have enough to connect any peripherals including network, so you got that going for you.
Hello, there is no reason why these should not be compatible. The main requirements are met with the USB C port. I use Chroma X with the Dell XPS 13 2020 and it works ok, but it has a few quirks. I'll be happy to give you more info.
It could be that BitLocker is activated in Windows. Unfortunately, the eGPU is used for Bitlocker identification. To see this, go to the Windows key and type "Manage Bitlocker". If you disable Bitlocker, the computer should boot.
To try this, you can also just say Ignore Bitlocker at next reboot (I think).
Another possibility is to turn off Thunderbird Extension Support in the bios.
I think playing with the parameters makes sense.
I just had to install the graphics card drivers (in my case GeForce Experience). Then everything went smoothly.
When you connect it for the first time, the Razer Synapse installer starts automatically (for controlling the LEDs).
On a Mac with an Intel processor, I tried with Bootcamp and it works pretty much and with big drawbacks: the order of driver installation matters (especially if the machine already has a dedicated GPU) and the installation obtained at the end is far from perfect. I tried in a virtual machine too, but no, no chance because MacOS doesn't allow a pass trough to the GPU via Thunderbolt. For me the conclusion is simple: apart from a few applications on MacOS that use Metal correctly, don't expect anything special. And the situation gets worse with the arrival of the M1s: it's clear that Apple doesn't really want to deal with Intel CPU platforms anymore. The new M1s don't even support external GPUs anymore. My GPU is now only used to connect an external display to prevent the machine from overheating when connecting a Thunderbolt display directly to it, or to accelerate renders with FinalCut. On the other hand, it works perfectly on a Lenovo X1, either under Windows or Linux.
I would like to buy an eGPU for my MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015). However, as I understand it, it only has Thunderbolt 2.0 ports and the eGPU requires Thunderbolt 3.0 ports.
1) Is it possible to connect the eGPU with an adapter anyway and if so, are there any major disadvantages due to the extra interface?
2) What is the difference between the Razer Core X Chroma and the Razer Core X eGPU?
3) Since I connect 2x 4K screens to my MacBook, the graphics performance is limited and I always have delays on the screen. Will an eGPU help me?
Thanks in advance!
Hi,
1. the Razer Core is a TB3 device which also needs the power.
Even with an adapter from TB2 to TB3 (which I don't think exists).
Since the protocols are different, a "cable" is not enough here either, so I guess that won't work ;-)
2. in Chrome (LED's that are controllable) yes unbelievable but the price difference is a few LED's
3. yes in principle, but a Macbook with TB2 is already a few days old, maybe think about a new one with M1 process.
Besides the extra performance, it also has various other advantages in terms of battery etc.
Good day community
Ever since I started using this eGPU with a Gigabyte RTX2080s Aorus, my Razer Blade Stealth randomly freezes. Sometimes just after startup and sometimes after a few hours. The laptop doesn't come back after the frees, so nothing helps but a soft reset. I have never noticed any problems without the eGPU. In addition, the USB ports and the RJ45 jack don't work for me. Nevertheless, I can play all games on Ultra settings without any problems. Any tips on what I could do?
Kind regards
In itself, it works without a graphics card, but then you can only use the USB & RJ45 ports (which of course makes absolutely no sense for this price). If you want to use it as an eGPU, you have to install an additional graphics card (which is not included and has to be ordered separately). The latest graphics card models should all work, but older ones might have problems. So far I have tried the eGPU with the following graphics cards and all have worked without problems: GTX 1650 TI, RTX 2070S, RTX 2080S.
Although this is not part of the question I would like to add that you need a Thunderbolt 3 port on the notebook, a pure USB-C port is NOT sufficient. (I have already seen several times that several users have not taken this into account).
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