# HD Gaming-Enabling GPU Cases The Gigabyte Aorus Gaming Box Upgrades Your Existing Laptop By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-07-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-box References: [coolthings](http://www.coolthings.com/gigabyte-aorus-gtx-1070-gaming-box/) & [gigabyte](https://www.gigabyte.com/Graphics-Card/GV-N1070IXEB-8GD) Laptops are getting smaller in size which is ideal for portability but leads to limited power that will quickly decrease the amount of gaming that a person can play, so the [Gigabyte](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aorus-15-xe4) Aorus Gaming Box is intended to offer a solution. Sitting on your desktop as a [GPU case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocketstor-8000-series-egpu-enclosure), the box works by providing an 8GB GEForce GTX 1070 GPU within that will provide ample power for whatever game you fancy to play. The Gigabyte Aorus Gaming Box is compatible with most ultrabooks and the [MacBook Pro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/case-x) to provide users with the power they need to handle HD gaming. The box itself is somewhat compact in order to save space on your desktop, while ample ports allow users to connect accessories and more as they require. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Compact GPU Cases:** The trend of compact GPU cases is providing a solution for laptop gamers who need more power for HD gaming. - **Laptop Power Enhancements:** The trend of laptop power enhancements, like the Gigabyte Aorus Gaming Box, is addressing the issue of limited power for gaming on smaller laptops. - **Compatibility with Ultrabooks:** The trend of creating GPU cases that are compatible with ultrabooks, like the Gigabyte Aorus Gaming Box, is expanding the options for portable gaming. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Accessories:** The gaming accessories industry can tap into the trend of compact GPU cases by developing and marketing innovative and space-saving products. - **Computer Hardware Manufacturing:** The computer hardware manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of laptop power enhancements by creating and selling powerful GPU cases specifically designed for laptops. - **Gaming Laptop Market:** The gaming laptop market can benefit from the trend of creating GPU cases that are compatible with ultrabooks, as it offers more options to consumers looking for portable gaming solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Compact External GPUs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gpd-g1-egpu.md) - [Modular External PC eGPUs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egpu-dock.md) - [Embedded Monitor Gaming Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-box-design-concept.md) - [External GPU-Friendly Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aya-neo-next-ii.md) - [Proprietary External Graphics Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rog-xg-mobile.md) - [High-End Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aorus-15-xe4.md) - [Open-Air External Graphics Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aoostar-ag02.md) - [High-End Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aorus-master-18.md) - [Stylized External Graphics Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ag01.md)