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Review Summary
Extend coverage on pre-owned products after the retailer warranty ends and protect photo & video gear from accidental damage with Adorama Protect.
If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.
Coverage for pre-owned gear begins after the retailer warranty ends, plus accidental damage protection for photo/video gear that starts on day one.
Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!
When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.
We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.
Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.
Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for International and U.S. territories purchases. Plans on pre-owned items do not cover pre-existing damages.
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Mac: Mac (Intel) with Thunderbolt 3 ports
macOS Catalina 10.15.7+
macOS Big Sur compatible
External GPUs not supported on Thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt 1 Macs
Mac (M1) computers do not support eGPUs
Windows: Not certified for use under Windows
Monitor: 4K@60Hz monitors using DP or HDMI ports
4K, 5K, and 6K monitors @60Hz using Thunderbolt 3/USB-C port
LG UltraFine 4K and 5K displays
Apple Pro Display XDR
Monitor (Contd.): Dell Ultrasharp Curved 5K Monitor U4021QW
49" 5120x1440 Dual QHD monitors using DP port: Dell Ultrasharp 49 Curved Monitor U4919DW
LG 49 inch 32:9 UltraWide Dual QHD IPS Curved LED Monitor 49WL95C-W
Philips Brilliance 32:9 Superwide Curved LCD Display 499P9H/27
Samsung 49" CRG9 Dual QHD Curved QLED Gaming Monitor LC49RG90SSNXZA
Portable external GPU system
4 GB GDDR6
Two Thunderbolt
One DisplayPort
One HDMI
Two USB 3.2 Type A
One 4-pin power DIN
Thunderbolt Port: 4K, 5K or 6K @60Hz Thunderbolt 3 monitor
4K or 5K @60Hz USB-C monitor
4K @60Hz DisplayPort monitor using USB-C to DisplayPort cable or adapter (not included)
Two 4K @60Hz DisplayPort monitors using Sonnet Thunderbolt Dual DisplayPort Adapter (sold separately)
Two 4k @60Hz HDMI monitors using Sonnet Thunderbolt Dual HDMI 2.0 Adapter (sold separately)
Thunderbolt Port: 4K, 5K or 6K @60Hz Thunderbolt 3 monitor
4K or 5K @60Hz USB-C monitor
4K @60Hz DisplayPort monitor using USB-C to DisplayPort cable or adapter (not included)
Two 4K @60Hz DisplayPort monitors using Sonnet Thunderbolt Dual DisplayPort Adapter (sold separately)
Two 4k @60Hz HDMI monitors using Sonnet Thunderbolt Dual HDMI 2.0 Adapter (sold separately)
Cables Supported: With USB Type A connector
Peripherals Supported: Supports all industry standard USB 3, 2.0 and 1.1 devices
Data Transfer Rate: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (aka USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB 3.0): 5Gb/s
Yes
HDCP 2.2
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Intelligent Fan Control
OpenCL 2.0
OpenGL 4.5
Metal
Provides laptop charging up to 60W
Universal 230W, 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz
0 Degree C to 35 Degree C (32 Degree F to 95 Degree F)
RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863)
IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2
PSE Diamond certified power supply
Puck: 6 x 5.1 x 2" (15.2 x 13 x 5.1cm)
Power Supply: 3 x 6.1 x 1.2" (7.5 x 15.5 x 3.1cm)
Puck and Power Supply: 3.25 lbs (1.47kg)
Pro Portable eGPU Dock
Serious GPU Power. Connect LG Ultrafine 5K or Apple 6K Thunderbolt Display.
Pro Graphics Performance Boosters!
Do you have an Intel-based MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac or iMac Pro with Thunderbolt 3 ports? If you need to run pro editing, rendering, color grading, animating and special effects apps, you need a graphics processing (GPU) power boost. Whether your Mac completely lacks a discrete internal GPU or has a GPU without enough power to adequately support the needs of your current workflow, Sonnet has a pair of solutions that will instantly boost your Mac's graphics performance anytime and anywhere you need it. Why not pack a Puck?!
Boosts Graphics Performance for Built-in and External Displays
Accelerates graphic-intensive pro application performance on Mac computers with integrated or low-power discrete graphics processors.
Small and Highly Portable
Measures 6 inches wide by 5.1 inches deep by 2 inches tall, takes up little space on the desktop, fits easily into a computer bag or backpack.
Supports Up to Four 4K Displays
One DisplayPort; one HDMI; plus two DisplayPort or two HDMI using a Sonnet Thunderbolt 3 Dual Display Adapter (sold separately).
Supports Thunderbolt Displays
Supports 4K, 5K, and even the 6K Apple Pro Display XDR.
Adds Connectivity for Common Peripherals
Two USB 3.2 Type A ports provide connections for devices you want to keep connected to the eGPU dock.
Choice of Models
Choose between AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT and Radeon RX 5700 GPUs for the performance to meet your needs.
Charges Your Mac
Provides 60W through the included Thunderbolt 3 cable to power and charge your MacBook Air or Pro(1) while connected, allowing you to leave your computer's power adapter behind.
Optional Zero Desktop Footprint
Using the PuckCuff VESA Mounting Bracket Kit (sold separately), you can attach the Puck to the back of a monitor with open VESA mounting holes or mount to a multi-monitor stand.
Thunderbolt Certified
Thunderbolt certified for use with Intel-based Macs with Thunderbolt 3 ports.
Pro Application Acceleration
eGPU Breakaway Pucks deliver powerful GPU acceleration, packing big performance into a conveniently small and quiet package. They provide plug and play support, enabling connection to and disconnection from your Mac without having to power cycle it, and enable you to use the professional video applications you need with the Intel-based Mac computer you want or already own.
Multi-display Graphics Dock
Supports Up to Three or Four 4K @60Hz Monitors
Leveraging macOS extended desktop mode, the eGPU Breakaway Puck supports up to four 4K displays at the same time, configured for the perfect productivity and gaming setups. With the Puck connected, there's no need to compromise between the light notebook you want and the number of displays you need in your workspace.
Second Thunderbolt Port Supports Thunderbolt/USB-C Displays
The eGPU Breakaway Puck's second Thunderbolt port provides both graphics and data to fully support all popular Thunderbolt/USB-C displays.
Also Supports 5K and 6K Displays
Both Pucks provides enough power to drive advanced 5K and 6K displays, even supporting Apple's Pro Display XDR.
USB Peripheral Support
eGPU Breakaway Pucks include two USB 3.2 Type A ports, enabling you to connect peripherals to your Mac without using another port on the computer.
Small
Measuring a compact 6 inches wide by 5.1 inches deep by 2 inches tall, the eGPU Breakaway Puck has a minimal footprint on the desktop and is the right size to compliment your thin/light notebook.
External GPU to Go
Sonnet's eGPU Breakaway Pucks are extremely portable, high-performance, all-in-one external GPU docks for Intel-based Thunderbolt 3 Mac computers. Perfect for use with Macs with integrated or low-power discrete graphics processors, a Puck accelerates popular graphics-intensive pro applications on either your computer's own or externally connected display.
Highly Portable. Powers Your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro.
When you need GPU acceleration on the go, you can easily pack an eGPU Breakaway Puck with your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro in a backpack or computer bag. Connected to your Mac with the included Thunderbolt 3 cable, a Puck provides 60W of Power Delivery, which means it will power and charge your computer while connected, even when not in use, allowing you to leave your computer's power adapter behind. Wherever you use it, the Puck injects big GPU power into your work.
40Gbs Thunderbolt - Fastest External Interface Available
With up to 2750 MB/s available PCIe bandwidth, your Mac's Thunderbolt 3 ports are fast enough to support externally connected graphics processors. The Puck exploits the Thunderbolt 3 interface to deliver a powerful graphics processing boost to your notebook with integrated graphics onboard-and power and charge it-all through a single cable.
Also Ideal as a Graphic-Intensive Gaming Booster
Offers Great Value and Portability for Gaming
An eGPU Breakaway Puck is ideal for enabling graphic-intensive gaming at higher frame rates on your Mac with integrated graphics that otherwise would deliver a poor gaming experience. Accelerated graphics can either be displayed on one, two, three, or four external monitors, or on your Mac's own display.
Add GPU Power to Your Intel-based Mac with Integrated Graphics
Use in a dorm room, bedroom, office, coffee shop, or at a LAN party
Experience Amazing Gaming on Your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro Screen or an Expansive Multi-monitor Set-up