Core X V2: Razer debuts new eGPU enclosure with Thunderbolt 5 and 140 W PD

The Razer Core X V2 has made its official debut as a new Thunderbolt 5 eGPU dock. With up to 80 Gbps of bandwidth, the external GPU enclosure is said to offer desktop-class performance. Of course, Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 connections are supported as well, but in such cases, the bandwidth will be up to 40 Gbps, which is lower than what OCuLink offers.

Razer also highlights that the Core X V2 supports the Nvidia RTX 50 series and Radeon RX 9000 series GPUs. More specifically, the external GPU enclosure can accommodate full-sized desktop cards, including the 4-slot wide options (ZOTAC RTX 5070 Ti Solid SFF OC curr. $829.99 on Amazon). As for the PSU, the eGPU dock can hold a standard ATX power supply, and it's worth noting that the enclosure doesn't ship with one.

Another highlight of the Razer Core X V2 is the support for 140 W PD. That is, the eGPU dock can offer up to 140 W of power to connected devices, which should be enough for powering up gaming handhelds and most laptops.

To ensure proper cooling, this Thunderbolt 5 eGPU dock features a 120 mm fan. Razer notes that it can automatically adjust the speed based on the system load, and the enclosure itself has ventilation holes on the side for adequate airflow.

As for the price, the Razer Core X V2 costs $350, and the company has yet to share when the eGPU enclosure will be available to purchase. You can learn more from the spec sheet attached below.