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Node - Thunderbolt3 eGPU for Windows (Now Compatible w/ Thunderbolt3 Mac Running MacOS High Sierra Using AMD Cards)

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Brand Akitio
Graphics Processor Manufacturer AMD
Compatible Devices Laptop, Desktop
Graphics Card Interface PCI Express
Model Name NODE-T3IA-AKTU

About this item

  • Currently only supports AMD on MacOS High Sierra
  • Multiple GPU cards supported over Windows
  • Thunderbolt 3 for lighting fast transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps
  • Built-in 400W SFX power supply to provide extra power to GPU
  • 1 PCIe (x16) slot supporting full-length, full-height, double-width cards
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AKiTiO Node - Finally an affordable eGPU box

The Thunderbolt 3 eGFX box is a low cost expansion chassis designed to house an external graphics card. Connected to the computer via Thunderbolt 3, the additional GPU power instantly upgrades a regular laptop or a mini PC and makes it possible to do things that would normally require a high-end workstation or gaming computer. For video editors and colorists, the dedicated GPU reduces the time it takes to render the footage, a computer that was not powerful enough for a VR headset is now potentially VR ready and for those that like to play games, these can now run at much higher frame rates than before.

Features
  • Thunderbolt 3 for lightning fast transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps
  • 1 PCIe (x16) slot supporting full-length, full-height, double-width cards
  • Spacious enclosure for use with standard and large sized graphics cards
  • PCIe x16 slot supplying up to 75W of power
  • Built-in 400W SFX power supply to provide extra power to GPU
  • 4 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant interface
  • Removable back panel for double-width cards
  • Carry handle to easily transport the device

The power of external GPUs

Thunderbolt 3 brings Thunderbolt to USB-C at speeds up to 40 Gbps, creating one compact port that does it all – delivering the fastest, most versatile connection to any dock, display, or data device. In combination with the AKiTiO Node, this makes it possible to instantly upgrade your regular laptop or Mini-PC and achieve a performance that usually requires high-end workstations or specialized gaming computers.

Supports standard and large sized PCIe card

The PCIe (x16) slot accepts full-length, full-height, double-width cards with enough space available inside the enclosure for both standard and large sized graphics cards.

Extra power for graphics cards

The built-in power supply provides enough power for the AKiTiO Node (~10W) as well as for graphics cards. If the standard 75W through the PCIe slot is insufficient, two extra pairs of 8-pin (6+2 pin) power connectors are available inside the AKiTiO Node that can be connected to the GPU, providing a total of about 390W.

40Gbps bandwidth of Thunderbolt 3

The four PCIe Gen3 lanes and the Thunderbolt 3 interface are capable of transfer rates up to 40Gbps, providing enough bandwidth even for the most demanding PCIe cards.

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Amazon.com Return Policy:You may return any new computer purchased from Amazon.com that is "dead on arrival," arrives in damaged condition, or is still in unopened boxes, for a full refund within 30 days of purchase. Amazon.com reserves the right to test "dead on arrival" returns and impose a customer fee equal to 15 percent of the product sales price if the customer misrepresents the condition of the product. Any returned computer that is damaged through customer misuse, is missing parts, or is in unsellable condition due to customer tampering will result in the customer being charged a higher restocking fee based on the condition of the product. Amazon.com will not accept returns of any desktop or notebook computer more than 30 days after you receive the shipment. New, used, and refurbished products purchased from Marketplace vendors are subject to the returns policy of the individual vendor.

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Customer reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
146 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, build quality and ease of use of the video card. For example, they mention it works well in games, it's well vented and easy to set up. Some appreciate the value, and appearance of the product. That said, opinions are mixed on fit, noise and quality.

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52 customers mention43 positive9 negative

Customers like the performance of the video card. They say it works well in games, with a monitor, and without any problems. Some mention that it runs flawlessly with Mac and Windows, and is easy to keep working once they get the hang of it.

"...whenever software updates come through, but it's very easy to keep it working once you get the hang of it...." Read more

"+ It works, and full size graphic card like GTX 1070 G1 Gaming is fit into this external GPU box..." Read more

"...It DOES work well...." Read more

"...Overall, the device does what it says perfectly and I can get 60+fps on R6S and 100+fps on Unigine Heaven Benchmarking with my GTX 1060." Read more

23 customers mention23 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the video card. They mention that it is well-vented, has a solid case, and is reliable. Some say that the product is big but has been very reliable. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...macbook pro that I can use while I am out and about, and a powerful workstation when I am at home...." Read more

"...It has a very nice solid handle on the back to let you easily carry it...." Read more

"...The all metal construction is very sturdy and secure, but sacrifices portability (the node lite with a 1050ti is a much compact solution)..." Read more

"I liked the design and it's well built. Problem was it came and the fans were not turning on. I had to return this product...." Read more

21 customers mention21 positive0 negative

Customers find the video card easy to use. They mention it's plug-and-play, easy to install, and easy to set up on the Mac side. They also appreciate the Thunderbolt support and the ability to use an external GPU.

"...Use was so simple: verified that I had the latest thunderbolt driver on my laptop; insert the card in the chassis, which is pretty easy to open;..." Read more

"...The installation was easy. I just inserted my GTX 1060, pluged-in the thunderbolt and installed drivers; extremely simple...." Read more

"...But, cannot determine a pattern or cause for it. And, it resolves fairly quickly. So, it's only a minor annoyance - to be expected IMO...." Read more

"...PROS:- Easy to use. Thunderbolt is pretty much plug and play, especially with the eGPU support that will come with macOS High Sierra.-..." Read more

11 customers mention8 positive3 negative

Customers like the value of the video card. They say it's good for the price and has 5 stars for the performance.

"...It is also very competitively price when purchased from amazon...." Read more

"Great for the money, HOWEVER the power supply it comes with isn't nearly enough for power hungry cards...." Read more

"...It works when not secured, but it's not a premium solution. Also, I wasn't able to see any pass through charging." Read more

"...It's cheaper than most other options and works great!" Read more

10 customers mention7 positive3 negative

Customers like the appearance of the video card. They mention that it looks good, is presented well, and has excellent packaging. Some say that the graphic card enclosure is great.

"While the akitio node is presented well and has excellent packaging as well as a standard form factor psu, it falls flat on its face in terms of..." Read more

"Very easy to set up.Looks good. And, does exactly what it says it will...." Read more

"...Just feels like sloppy industrial design." Read more

"I liked the design and it's well built. Problem was it came and the fans were not turning on. I had to return this product...." Read more

24 customers mention8 positive16 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the video card. Some mention that it fits the big cards, is fairly sizeable, and well vented. However, others say that the unit is a little big, takes up a large footprint on your desk, and is unable to fit an extra long, double wide card.

"...It also takes up a large footprint on your desk, and unless you pay extra for a special Thunderbolt 3 cable, you will need to keep this within 2..." Read more

"...Big, can hold a full sized GPUCONS:- Fans are somewhat noisy (I will attempt to replace them at some point)..." Read more

"...The box is BIG, its almost like a normal desktop, I would recommend to check and visualize size before you buy" Read more

"Fits the big cards. Was able to fit an extra long, double wide card...." Read more

16 customers mention5 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the noise of the video card. Some mention that it makes low noise, while others say that it produces tapping or buzzing sounds.

"...-It is large and noisy. Between the fan and the video card you install, the node is not quiet...." Read more

"...I do agree with other reviews, the Node's fans are very noisy. I may change them in the future. Other than that it is a great product...." Read more

"...Chassis has a small fan to provide cooling, and it very quiet. It has a very nice solid handle on the back to let you easily carry it...." Read more

"...Overall the box feels very cheap. The fans are a lot noisier than your standard PC case fans...." Read more

13 customers mention4 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the video card. Some mention it's a great eGPU box, while others say that it has constant problems shutting down. The power supply dies after 28 days, and the Akitio Node will randomly shut off during gaming or benchmarks.

"...The Akitio Node will randomly shut off during gaming or benchmarks and I'll have to flip the power switch or unplug it in order to get the thing..." Read more

"Best product for gamers on laptop. Flawless quality and auto detects any graphics card to play any game you want. Highly recommend!!" Read more

"...PSU fan is always on.Was hoping for almost near silent enclosure...." Read more

"...When I recently moved up to an EVGA 1080 ti it had constant problems shutting down until I replaced the PSU with a corsair 600 watt SFX unit...." Read more

Akitio Node - The missing link.
5 Stars
Akitio Node - The missing link.
The Node was literally plug-n-play for me. I popped in a GTX 1070, plugged in the provided T3 hobbit cable (it's necessarily VERY short), hooked up the HDMI between Node and TV, plugged in the power, turned everything on, and voila! It all just worked. WIndows 10 did its job- installed the driver, rebooted, and all was perfect. I haven't had a single issue yet (at 1 month now).Others have complained of the fan noise but I fervently disagree. My old gaming desktop fan system was much louder. I hardly notice any noise at all unless I stop to pay attention and listen for it.Playing games or music or a podcast- I am not bothered at all by fan noise. Based upon reviews, I was prepared to swap out the fan and the PSU, but have found neither to be in need of replacement. I expected a four star product but I am elated to say that the Node is 5 stars all the way. I love it! I'm playing my games at the highest settings and getting, at least, 60fps.Originally, this was just going to be a bridge until I built a new rig, but now I might just stick with my Node-laptop setup. Just FYI for those thinking about buying one- I am using a Yoga 720 13" 81C3000LUS (with the 8th gen i5-8250U, only 8gb ram, 256gm SSD). Again, even the Yoga was a bridge pc until I built a new rig. Now I might just upgrade the ram and ssd with the Node.I can't emphasize enough- you MUST have a Thunderbolt port on your computer! Also, you really should have a separate charging port. While the Node will provide some charging power, it will not be enough to keep your laptop charged while playing games.
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4.0 out of 5 stars and full size graphic card like GTX 1070 G1 Gaming is fit into this external ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2017
+ It works, and full size graphic card like GTX 1070 G1 Gaming is fit into this external GPU box
+ the performance of my 2015 Air 13 is good for play Witcher 3 and Quantum Break on Ultra
+ Final Cut and Davinchi resolve works 2-3 times faster
+ built in power supply
- Its hard to set up and understand how it works: If I want to use power of external graphic card I need to power off then power on the box, then start OS load and in the moment when OS starts loading connect the AKITIO box to macbook thunderbolt port. Only this how it works, if you connect all then power on it will hang, if you connect the box after system came up GPU will not be recognised by system.
- The case front cover is very soft, deformation when transporting the box is normal
- The box is BIG, its almost like a normal desktop, I would recommend to check and visualize size before you buy
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