At CES 2025, the Asus ROG XG Mobile eGPU is crowned as the top Thunderbolt 5 accessory.
The tech world is abuzz with excitement about the Asus ROG XG Mobile, the best Thunderbolt 5 accessory of CES 2025. This innovative eGPU is set to revolutionise the gaming landscape, promising an unprecedented level of performance and compatibility.
The Asus ROG XG Mobile is designed to work seamlessly with laptops or gaming handhelds featuring Thunderbolt 5 connectivity. With its official announcement by Intel on September 12, 2023, the Thunderbolt 5 standard has been gaining traction, and the number of compatible devices is expected to grow significantly.
Manufacturers such as Razer, Asus, MSI, Apple, and Acer are anticipated to release laptops or gaming phones with Thunderbolt 5 ports compatible with the Asus ROG XG Mobile in 2025. Notable mentions include the Razer Blade 18 and the Acer Predator Helios 18P AI, both featuring two Thunderbolt 5 ports.
The Asus ROG XG Mobile eGPU comes in two versions: the RTX 5070 Ti, starting at $1,199, and the RTX 5090, priced at $2,199. Both versions promise top-tier performance, with the latter featuring a top-of-the-line Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 mobile GPU.
The 2025 Asus ROG XG Mobile eGPU is housed in a semi-translucent 2.2-pound shell and boasts a considerable array of ports. These include a pair of USB Type-A ports, a pair of Thunderbolt 5 ports, an SD card reader, an HDMI 2.1 port, a DisplayPort 2.1 port, a 5G Ethernet Port, and a DC input.
Weighing just 2.1 pounds and measuring 20.8 x 15.5 x 3 centimeters, the Asus ROG XG Mobile is compact and portable, making it an ideal companion for gamers on the go. The eGPU is compatible with laptops or gaming handhelds featuring Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, expanding their graphics capabilities without the need for a bulky desktop setup.
The Asus ROG XG Mobile is slated to ship by March 31, 2025. With its impressive specifications, wide compatibility, and sleek design, the Asus ROG XG Mobile is poised to set a new standard for portable gaming performance.
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