Razer Unveils Entry-Level eGPU Enclosure in Core X

If you’ve ever wanted to turn your gaming laptop into a gaming desktop, or if you’ve ever wanted to have more raw power for gaming, designing, mixing, or multitasking, you might already know about Razer’s first-class external GPU cases. 

For some time now, Razer’s been helping laptop owners get the most out of their machines without requiring they buy a brand-new rig. The Core V2 did a fantastic job of doing that, affording room for 2.2-Slot video cards from both NVIDIA and AMD alongside a relatively compact housing and a 500W PSU. 

But with the release of the Core X today, pairing desktop power with the portability of top-tier laptops just got a whole lot more affordable. 

Coming in at only $299, the Core X might be a tad larger than the Core V2, but it makes up for it by allowing room for 3-Slot video cards while containing an impressive 650W ATX PSU. Unfortunately, the Core X doesn’t support Razer’s Chroma RGB lighting — and it doesn’t have USB or Ethernet connections. But considering you’re paying nearly $200 less than you would for the V2, that seems like a fair trade. 

The Core X also sets itself apart because unlike some other models currently on the market, it can connect to any computer that has a compatible Thunderbolt 3 connection — including MacBooks. The connection is capable of reaching speeds of up to 40Gbps. 

The enclosure works with compatible NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards as far back as 2014. Those include GeForce, Quadro, XConnect, and Radeon Pro.  

It’s worthy to note the Core X does not come with a graphics card. If you’re looking for graphics cards, use the tools in this guide to find them now instead of later (read: while they’re still getting cheaper). 

You can purchase the Core X GPU enclosure from Razer.com for $299. Stay tuned to GameSkinny for more news and information on Razer products and other gaming peripherals and hardware.