Peladn Unveils ThunderBolt 5 eGPU Dock

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Chinese manufacturer Peladn has announced its Link S-3 eGPU dock, marking the company's first external graphics solution to feature Thunderbolt 5 connectivity with up to 80 Gbps bidirectional speeds and comprehensive expansion options.

  • First Thunderbolt 5 eGPU dock from Peladn, following TB4 and OCuLink predecessors
  • Dual Thunderbolt 5 ports with 80 Gbps theoretical bandwidth, 64 Gbps practical limit
  • Open-air design for direct GPU cooling without built-in fans
  • 140W Power Delivery support plus external ATX/SFX PSU compatibility
  • Priced at CNY 1,599 (~$223) with Chinese pre-orders starting July 26

The Link S-3 represents Peladn's evolution in external GPU solutions, offering enhanced connectivity while maintaining the practical benefits of desktop graphics acceleration for systems lacking dedicated GPUs.

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