OneNetbook has officially introduced the OneXGPU 2, a highly anticipated sequel to their original external GPU solution. The device is setting itself apart through the use of an OCuLink port, which comes with the promise of higher bandwidth capabilities than standards such as USB4 or Thunderbolt 4. This advantage positions the OneXGPU 2 for potentially superior gaming performance compared to rival options like the Wiko Hi GT Cube, even with identical graphics hardware.
The standout feature of the OneXGPU 2 is its integration of the yet-to-launch AMD Radeon RX 7800M GPU. Based on the official teaser information, this GPU is part of the RDNA 3 architecture. Unfortunately, both OneNetbook and AMD have been tight-lipped about further specifications, leaving the tech community eager for more details.
Speculative discussions suggest that the Radeon RX 7800M could be the premiere representative of the Navi 32 mobile GPUs. To place this in context, AMD’s existing desktop GPUs, the RX 7700 XT and RX 7800 XT, both utilize Navi 32. If the OneXGPU 2 does indeed incorporate a mobile version of this GPU, it would mark a significant milestone as the first Navi 32 mobile eGPU solution.
However, one can’t help but ponder the power consumption of such a potent GPU. Considering the desktop Radeon RX 7700 XT’s minimum power requirement of 245w, enthusiasts wonder if the new mobile 7800M will maintain a modest power draw. The predecessor OneXGPU featured the Radeon RX 7600M, known for its 50W to 90W TGP range. Clarity on the power requirements of the RX 7800M is still awaited.
Examining the eGPU market, AMD’s Radeon RX series has solidified its presence by filling a gap left by Nvidia, whose RTX 40 series lacks an ultra-portable variant. This gives AMD a dominant hold on this specialized segment.
When it comes to performance expectations, if the Radeon RX 7600M’s efficiency is anything to go by—delivering roughly double the frame rates compared to the Radeon 780M—the RX 7800M is anticipated to push the boundaries even further, thanks to its higher-tier profile. Further revelations about the OneXGPU 2’s performance capabilities are highly anticipated by the gaming and tech community.
As we wait for OneNetbook to divulge more detailed information about the OneXGPU 2, users can still explore the first-gen OneXGPU available through retail channels. The product announcement has garnered significant interest and has positioned the OneXPlayer OneXGPU 2 as a potentially impactful release in the eGPU and portable gaming market.
Stay tuned for upcoming updates, and prepare to witness how this latest solution from OneNetbook revolutionizes portable gaming with its cutting-edge design and remarkable graphics performance.
