# Graphics-Boosting Computer Peripherals The Razer Core X External Graphics Enclosure Beefs Up PCs By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-05-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-core-x References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/razer-core-x-external-graphics-enclosure/) & [razer](https://www.razer.com/gaming-laptops/razer-core-x) Laptops and even many desktops have become quite compact which makes them ideal for minimalists but lighter in terms of capabilities, so the Razer Core X External Graphics Enclosure has been created to offer a solution. The unit works by integrating support for PCIe graphics cards from major manufacturers like [AMD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-egpu) and [NVIDIA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-8), while offering users a [Thunderbolt 3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/external-ssd-drive) connection. Crafted with an aluminum body, the unit is integrated with cooling capabilities that ensure optimal performance at all times. The Razer Core X External Graphics Enclosure is compatible for use with a wide range of computer systems and is also future-proof thanks to the internal customization functionality that lets users upgrade as they require or desire. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **External Graphics Enclosures:** The market opportunity here is for other companies to create more affordable and accessible external graphics enclosures. - **Pcie Graphics Card Support:** Opportunities for other companies to create PCIe graphics cards with better performance and lower prices. - **Thunderbolt 3 Connections:** Opportunities for other companies to create innovative products that take advantage of Thunderbolt 3 connections. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Computer Hardware:** Opportunities for computer hardware companies to create more powerful and customizable graphics solutions. - **Gaming:** Opportunities for gaming companies to create more immersive and visually stunning games that take advantage of external graphics enclosures and powerful graphics cards. - **Virtual Reality:** Opportunities for virtual reality companies to create more realistic and interactive experiences by leveraging external graphics enclosures and powerful graphics cards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gaming-Ready External Laptop GPUs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-egpu.md) - [eGPU Successor Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-8.md) - [Ultra-Compact External GPUs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gpd-g1-egpu.md) - [Proprietary External Graphics Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rog-xg-mobile.md) - [Enhanced eGPU Enclosures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocketstor-8000-series-egpu-enclosure.md) - [Modular External PC eGPUs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egpu-dock.md) - [Gaming-Ready Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khadas-mind-rx-7600m-xt.md) - [Open-Air External Graphics Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aoostar-ag02.md) - [Stylized External Graphics Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ag01.md)