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This upcoming Thunderbolt 5 eGPU dock lets you mount an entire mini-PC on the side — also features aftermarket ATX and SFX power supply support

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Tom's Hardware

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Sep 17, 2025

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Aoostar is set to release the EG01, a Thunderbolt 5 eGPU dock that supports full-size desktop graphics cards and aftermarket ATX/SFX power supplies, with an optional mini-PC holder. The dock utilizes Thunderbolt 5 and OCuLink interfaces, providing a PCIe 4.0 x4 connection for high-speed data transfer. Unlike previous models, the EG01 does not include a built-in power supply, allowing users to choose their preferred PSU for increased flexibility. This dock caters to users looking to customize their GPU setup and offers an upgrade path for more power-hungry GPUs in the future.

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