Blackmagic eGPU – Thunderbolt 3 external graphics processor

Re:Blackmagic eGPU – Thunderbolt 3 external graphics processor by dsfyu404ed on Friday July 13, 2018 @11:47AM (#17523928)

> I have a PC environment of 5000, and it's definitely in the single digits. PC's are speced appropriately prior to purchase, with a lifetime of 5 years

You get easily get more than 5yr at less cost if you spec for upgrade ability up front (good CPU + motherboard specs) and then do a mid lifecycle ram, storage, etc upgrade. Rolling upgrades can save even more money if done properly because the hardware coming out of use becomes your service parts for the stuff that's getting up there in age.

Regardless, the best solution is whatever fits your specific needs best.

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Re:Blackmagic eGPU – Thunderbolt 3 external graphics processor by overcast on Friday July 13, 2018 @01:00PM (#17524640)

Of course you can, but that's not how depreciated assets work in the corporate world. Especially when warranty/support ends after 5 years with companies like Dell.

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Re:Blackmagic eGPU – Thunderbolt 3 external graphics processor by ravonus on Friday July 13, 2018 @05:04PM (#17526674)

I agree... Its a laptop. 5 year refresh cycle is plenty time for the device. Your looking at a few hundred dollars to get small gains to keep a device running an extra year or two. When by that time the market will have things 90% better ha.

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