Razer intros Thunderbolt 5 Dock and Core X V2: ultra-fast external GPU enclosure for $350

Razer introduces its new Thunderbolt 5 Dock and Core X V2 enclosure: ready for multiple 4K 120Hz displays, and high-end graphics cards.

Razer intros Thunderbolt 5 Dock and Core X V2: ultra-fast external GPU enclosure for $350
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TL;DR: Razer launches Thunderbolt 5-powered accessories: the Thunderbolt 5 Dock supports triple 4K 120Hz displays, 8TB SSD storage, and 140W laptop charging, while the Core X V2 external GPU enclosure delivers desktop-class graphics via a single Thunderbolt 5 cable, enhancing performance for gaming and creative laptops.

Razer has just introduced two new PC accessories powered by the ultra-fast Thunderbolt 5 standard, with the new Razer Thunderbolt 5 Dock and Razer Core X V2 external GPU enclosure.

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Thunderbolt 5 offers a new benchmark for docking stations with high-speed connectivity, with speeds of up to a blistering 120Gbps -- 12x faster than USB 3.0 -- with the next-gen Thunderbolt 5 standard driving high-speed peripherals, ultra-high-speed storage, the ability to drive multiple high-res, high-refresh rate displays, and more.

The new Razer Thunderbolt 5 Dock can run triple 4K 120Hz displays, up to 8TB of SSD storage with ultra-fast speeds, and an included 250W power adapter that can deliver up to 140W to laptops, ready for whatever you want to plug into it. If you want a new Thunderbolt 5-ready external graphics enclosure, the new Razer Core X V2 offers desktop-class performance to Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 5, and particular USB4 gaming laptops and handhelds.

Installation of the new Razer Core X V2 enclosure takes just a few minutes to get ready, with the enclosure featuring a ventilated steel chassis, built-in 120mm fan that automatically adjusts speeds based on system load. The new Thunderbolt 5-powered GPU enclosure uses a single Thunderbolt 5 cable connecting the Razer Core X V2 to host devices, with up to 140W of power.

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Travis Furst, Head of Notebooks and Accessories at Razer, explains: "The Razer Thunderbolt 5 Dock is designed to meet the growing need for faster data transfer and robust multi-display support. With the Razer Core X V2, we're extending that experience-delivering a high-performance external graphics boost that brings desktop graphics to laptops. Thanks to the support of the latest NVIDIA and AMD graphic cards, it's a seamless upgrade that can transform ultra-thin Thunderbolt enabled laptops into creative or gaming workstations".

Ben Hacker, General Manager of Client Connectivity Division at Intel, added: "Razer continues to deliver on the promise of Thunderbolt 5: extreme performance, unmatched flexibility, and a seamless user experience. We're proud to collaborate with Razer in shaping the future of mobile computing".

Razer Thunderbolt 5 Dock Key features:

  • Triple 4K Display Support: Supports up to three 4K displays at 120 Hz, delivering smooth, immersive visuals for both productivity and entertainment, ideal for those looking for a multi-monitor docking station.
  • Thunderbolt 5 Bandwidth: Offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 120 Gb/s, enabling low-latency performance across connected devices, including USB-C Thunderbolt peripherals.
  • Storage and Sharing: Expands beyond the PC with up to 8 TB of integrated SSD storage for rapid file access, while Thunderbolt Share enables seamless file transfers and multi-PC control with KVM-like functionality-enhancing multitasking and workspace efficiency.
  • Connect and Control - A Port for Everything: A single Thunderbolt 5 cable delivers expansive 11-in-1 connectivity for high-refresh monitors, gaming peripherals, external storage, and input devices. With multi-generation device support, it ensures seamless integration of both modern and legacy hardware while minimizing cable clutter for a cleaner, more efficient workspace.
  • Power Delivery: Equipped with a 250 W power adapter capable of delivering up to 140 W to connected laptops, supporting even the most power-hungry systems.