- Apple doesn’t support eGPU, but a faster interface opens up a world of possibilities
- Sparkle’s new cabinet has an integrated handle and delivers up to 850W
- More TB5 enclosures are expected to land in 2025
Revealed at CES 2025 (via TechPowerUp ), the Sparkle eGPU Studio-G 850 brings Thunderbolt 5 to the lineup of external GPU enclosures.
This increases the data throughput to 120 Gbps, a significant improvement from the previously available Thunderbolt 3 standard.
Another major upgrade in the Sparkle eGPU Studio-G 850 is the inclusion of an 850W power supply, increasing support for high-performance but power-hungry desktop graphics cards.
Improved power and compatibility
The Studio-G 850 comes in a 403 x 200 x 237 mm chassis and houses GPUs with three slot brackets available for installation.
It supports two USB-C ports, three USB-A ports and a Gigabit Ethernet connector for network integration.
Unfortunately, the Studio-G 850 is not Mac compatible due to the fact that Apple has not enabled support for external GPUs (eGPUs) on its Apple Silicon (M1 and later) processors.
An official price and release date for the Studio-G 850 is still under wraps, but its appearance at CES 2025 suggests it could hit the market soon.
