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This Thunderbolt 5 eGPU dock is the Swiss Army knife of all docks for $399 — 500W GaN power supply, M.2 slot, 5G Ethernet networking, LCD screen, and wireless charger all in one

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The Humbird 3 Thunderbolt 5 eGPU dock, priced at $399, offers a plethora of features including a 500W GaN power supply, M.2 slot, 5G Ethernet networking, LCD screen, and wireless charging. It boasts an Intel HL9480 Thunderbolt 5 controller for high-speed connectivity and a PCIe 4.0 x16 expansion slot. The dock also includes various ports like Thunderbolt 5, DisplayPort 2.1, and USB Type-A for versatile connectivity options. Customers who backed the project early could purchase the device at discounted prices, with shipping expected in November and a one-year warranty provided.

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