- Aoostar AG03 eGPU provides PCIe 4.0 x4 support for external high-performance graphics cards.
- The dock includes two Thunderbolt 5 ports and OCuLink connectivity.
- The power supply reaches 140W, which enables laptops to be charged during operation.
Aoostar has officially launched the AG03 eGPU docking station, attracting interest for its mix of extra features and some notable omissions.
The dock is intended to be an all-in-one solution for externals GPU users, but it falls short of providing full desktop replacement functionality.
Third-party listings show that the AG03 supports two Thunderbolt 5 ports and OCuLink, offering wider connectivity options than previous OCuLink-only models.
Missing M.2 and LAN connections
Aoostar AG03 maintains a PCIe 4.0 x4 connection for external GPUs, which ensures compatibility with high-performance graphics cards.
It also supports powering connected laptops, with the dock providing up to 140W of output, although some listings refer to an additional 27W.
Despite these features, the dock’s GPU power is limited to 500W, which is lower than the 600W available on previous AGOX models.
This limitation stands out because the device includes an 800W internal power supply, which could have supported more demanding graphics cards.
The inclusion of newer interfaces addresses some of the connectivity limitations seen in older docks.
While the AG03 adds more host-side capabilities through USB4 v2 and dual Thunderbolt 5 ports, it still leaves out features normally expected in a full-featured eGPU docking station.
Notably, the AG03 lacks an M.2 slot, limiting internal storage expansion options for users with high-capacity drives.
It also doesn’t include an Ethernet port, so users who need a wired network connection will have to rely on additional hardware.
Users looking for these features will need a separate dock, meaning the AG03 doesn’t function as a true all-in-one hub.
The Aoostar AG03 eGPU docking station is priced at approximately 1499RMB, or about $214, placing it close to the existing AGO2 system.
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