Product Description
Blackmagic eGPU Pro – Thunderbolt 3 External Graphics Processor with AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 for Mac
This used Blackmagic eGPU Pro is a high-performance external graphics processor designed to accelerate professional workflows, gaming, and VR creation on any Intel-based Mac with a Thunderbolt 3 port . Developed in collaboration with Apple, this eGPU features an AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 graphics processor with 8GB HBM2 memory, delivering graphics performance comparable to an iMac Pro .
The eGPU Pro provides nearly twice the performance of the original Blackmagic eGPU model and up to 22x faster performance than the built-in graphics on a 13-inch MacBook Pro . It supports Apple’s Metal graphics technology for near-direct access to the GPU, maximizing performance for games and professional applications .
Condition Note: This unit is untested and sold as-is. This is the eGPU unit only; no Thunderbolt 3 cable or power cord is included unless specified .
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Blackmagic Design |
| GPU | AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 |
| Memory | 8GB HBM2 (2048-bit memory bus, 410 GB/s bandwidth) |
| Compute Units | 56 |
| Stream Processors | 3584 |
| Peak Performance | 10.5 TFLOPs |
| Connectors | 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) |
| Video Ports | 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB Ports | 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (1.5A charging) |
| Power Delivery | 85W charging for MacBook Air/MacBook Pro |
| Power Usage | 400W |
| OS Requirement | macOS Mojave (10.14.1) or later |
| New Price | US$1,500 (2018 launch) |
Key Features & Benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 | Powerful GPU with 10.5 TFLOPs performance |
| 8GB HBM2 Memory | High-bandwidth memory for demanding creative apps |
| Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity | 40Gb/s connection for data, video, and power |
| 85W Power Delivery | Charges MacBook Pro while connected |
| Comprehensive Ports | HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4, 4x USB 3.1 hub |
| Quiet Cooling System | Aluminum enclosure with efficient thermal design |
| Metal Support | Optimized for Apple’s graphics API |
Applications
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Video Editing: Accelerates DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro
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Gaming: High-resolution, high-framerate gaming on Mac
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VR Creation: Immersive VR content development
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3D Rendering: Faster graphics-intensive workflows
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Color Correction: Real-time effects in DaVinci Resolve







