Can i plug external gpu to this thunderbolt 4 Acer Nitro 5 AN515-5

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Hello. I have Acer Nitro 5 AN515-58 with i5-12450h and rtx 3050. I have thunderbolt 4. Can i plug external gpu to this thunderbolt 4?

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Yes, you can connect an external GPU (eGPU) to your Acer Nitro 5 AN515-58 via the Thunderbolt 4 port. Modern eGPU enclosures and GPUs are designed to work best with Thunderbolt 4.
However, it’s important to note that while the Thunderbolt 4 port can support an eGPU, the performance may be limited by the bandwidth of the Thunderbolt connection1. Also, not all applications may benefit from an eGPU as some may prefer to use the internal GPU.
Before purchasing an eGPU, make sure to check the compatibility with your laptop and the specific eGPU model. Also, keep in mind that eGPUs can be quite expensive and may require a separate power source.
Disclaimer: Always remember to keep your data backed up when making changes to your system settings.

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Here are some modern eGPU enclosures that work well with Thunderbolt 4: Razer Core X: This eGPU enclosure is spacious and supports full-size graphics cards1. It comes with a 650W power supply and provides 100W power delivery.
EXP GDC TH3P4G3/TH3P4G2: This is a more feature-packed eGPU enclosure with 85W power delivery. It’s compatible with a variety of newer GPUs from both Nvidia and AMD.
Razer Core X Chroma: Similar to the Razer Core X, but with added RGB lighting. It has a 700W power supply and provides 100W power delivery.
ADT-Link UT3G: This eGPU enclosure is compact and affordable. It supports full-size graphics cards.
ADT-Link R43SG-TB3: Similar to the ADT-Link UT3G, but with added features.
Sonnet Breakaway 350|550 650 750|750ex: These eGPU enclosures come in different models with varying power supplies ranging from 350W to 750W.
AKiTiO Node: This eGPU enclosure is spacious and supports full-size graphics cards. It comes with a 400W power supply.
Lenovo Legion BoostStation: This eGPU enclosure is spacious and supports full-size graphics cards. It comes with a 500W power supply.
HP Omen Accelerator: This eGPU enclosure is spacious and supports full-size graphics cards. It comes with a 500W power supply.
AKiTiO Node Titan: This eGPU enclosure is ideal for Windows users. It offers plenty of internal space to accommodate a full-size GPU with 2.5-slot width.
Please note that actual product specifications may vary depending on the model