Desktop Graphics, Now Mobile
The 2025 Asus ROG XG Mobile eGPU redefines laptop gaming and creative work by putting Nvidia’s single most advanced mobile chip—the RTX 5090—into a compact enclosure. This external unit brings up to 150W of graphical muscle, letting ultraportables and slim gaming laptops bridge the gap to true desktop performance. Whether you’re gaming, editing, or running intensive AI workloads, the XG Mobile enables these tasks without the bulk of a tower PC.
Why Thunderbolt 5 Changes the Game
Connectivity is a true highlight: Thunderbolt 5 support means bidirectional data speeds up to 80Gbps, virtually eliminating the bottlenecks seen in older eGPU setups. This enhancement provides seamless, near-native performance with fewer slowdowns and quick device switching. Plus, the XG Mobile is rich in ports, including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1 for 4K and high-refresh gaming, a 5Gbps Ethernet jack, and a built-in SD card reader for speedy media transfers. Weighing just 2.2 pounds, it’s designed for portability, and with its improved cooling system, sustained performance is never sacrificed.
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