Recent content by NovHak

Interesting... However, correct me if I'm wrong, but I suppose people using an external display can thus save on bandwidth ? If there was a way to plug the eGPU output in such a way that it's Optimusified, if you see what I mean, shouldn't that get more bandwidth for people using their laptop's...

It's still not enough, from what I understand, the 20% loss in performance is due to lack of Windows support + the need to mirror the display if one wants to use the laptop display, which should be the goal imo. Having a big GPU standing near the laptop is one thing, but seriously, needing an...

I thought the 2080 Mobile was another name for the laptop version of the 2080, the one before the 2080 Super ? So that's why I didn't see the term often... But anyway I don't get you, the e in eGPU means external, the cooling would be external too, since it's meant for using GPUs that can't fit...

As far as eGPU setups are concerned, power generally isn't provided by the laptop itself but by a separate PSU, so in that sense, power isn't a problem. That being said, concerning the elecricity bill it's another matter...

@fevieira I agree with you. In fact I've not been precise enough, my point is that if I want a laptop with the best performing card, 16GB RAM, 2TB disk, current generation Core i7, and easily maintainable, I will pay 50% more than what I paid in 2014. I started my search with that in mind, but...

@fejerm Thanks for the info ! Considering the situation I decided to wait, and instead I bought an MXM replacement for my ageing laptop. I'm not keen on taking such risks myself, especially considering the very high price... When I bought my current computer back in 2014, I had to pay around...

One more month has gone... I just hope you didn't forget this thread ! Which would mean the RMA is taking a fair bit of time. Maybe I will choose another setup, or just refresh my old computer, that would buy me another two years or so.

Ah, heck, thanks for information ! I may put it on hold until further informed then... EDIT : Any news ? I did put it on hold actually.