ROG XG Station 3 (Thunderbolt™ 5)

ROG XG STATION 3 Plug In, Power Up.

ROG XG Station 3 external GPU dock hero image with a monitor and a laptop

The ROG XG Station 3 redefines external graphics as a pioneering Thunderbolt™ 5 eGPU solution. By leveraging up to 80Gbps of bandwidth, it unlocks the full potential of the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 50, RTX PRO™ 6000, AMD Radeon™ RX 9000, Intel Arc™ series graphics cards. Featuring a bold open-frame architecture for superior thermal efficiency and full BTF compatibility via integrated GC-HPWR slots, the XG Station 3 delivers elite graphics dominance and high-speed connectivity through a single cable. For gamers and creators who demand peak performance without compromise, the future of external graphics has arrived.

  • 80Gbps Thunderbolt™ 5

    Up to 80Gbps — 2x Thunderbolt 4 bandwidth

    Close-up of eGPU enclosure with dual Thunderbolt 5 ports.
  • Flagship Performance

    Supports NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 50, RTX PRO™ 6000, AMD Radeon™ RX 9000, Intel Arc™ series graphics cards.

    ROG Graphics card installed in ROG XG Station 3
  • Open-Air Design

    No spatial limits, unrestricted airflow, clear view of your hardware

    Side view of eGPU enclosure with open-air cooling design
  • BTF Aesthetic

    Cable-free look with BTF & GC-HPWR support

    ASUS BTF certification badge icon
  • 140W PD & I/O Hub

    One cable to desktop, plus 140W PD charging

    Fast charging battery icon
  • Bottom view of XG Station 3 enclosure with Aura Sync RGB lighting

    Aura Sync

    Dynamic RGB lighting, synced to your set up

Unprecedented 80Gbps Bandwidth. Limitless Expansion.

Eliminate data bottlenecks with the latest Thunderbolt™ 5 technology. Delivering up to 80Gbps of bi-directional throughput —boostable to 120Gbps (1-way) for high-volume video traffic, the ROG XG Station 3 is more than a powerhouse—it’s a high-performance workstation hub designed for pro-grade multitasking and smooth desktop experience.

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The Bandwidth Leap

Bar chart comparing bandwidth of USB 10Gbps, Thunderbolt 4, and Thunderbolt 5

  • USB 10GbpsUSB 3.2 Gen 2

    10Gbps
  • Thunderbolt™ 4USB4

    40Gbps
  • Thunderbolt™ 5XG Station 3

    2XFaster 80Gbps

Versatile Connectivity

The ROG XG Station 3 features dual Thunderbolt 5 ports and a comprehensive I/O array to keep your entire battle station connected.

ROG XG Station 3 side close-up showing the Thunderbolt 5 input port

Thunderbolt 5 Input

Experience ultrafast data speeds of up to 80Gbps and up to 140-watt Power Delivery for charging your laptop—all through a single cable.

ROG XG Station 3 side close-up showing the Thunderbolt 5 output port

Thunderbolt 5 Output

Combined with internal graphics card outputs, it supports up to three 4K displays, all while providing 36-watt Power Delivery for mobile devices or peripherals.

ROG XG Station 3 close-up showing I/O hub

Comprehensive I/O Hub

Features two USB 10Gbps Type-C ports to satisfy all your extra connection needs—from gaming gear to external storage.

Flagship Performance Support

The ROG XG Station 3 is fully compatible with NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 50, RTX PRO™ 6000, AMD Radeon™ RX 9000, Intel Arc™ series graphics cards. Transform your portable device into a high-end gaming rig or creative workstation with unprecedented performance.

Graphics card mounted on ROG XG Station 3, showing compatibility with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series and AMD Radeon RX 9000 series GPUs
Close-up of the graphics card and ROG XG Station 3's open-frame design, supporting BTF graphics cards via GC-HPWR slot

Pure Aesthetics, Zero Bottlenecks.

The ROG XG Station 3 features an open-frame design for maximum airflow and unrestricted compatibility with flagship graphics cards. This architecture supports BTF graphics cards via a GC-HPWR slot, eliminating external power cables for a clean, futuristic aesthetic.

ROG XG Station 3 close-up showing Aura Sync RGB lighting

Aura Sync & ROG Ecosystem

Full Aura Sync RGB support synchronizes lighting effects across your entire ROG ecosystem. Customize your setup and match your aesthetic with other compatible laptops and peripherals.

Graphics card and ROG XG Station 3 with AI icon, representing the AI-ready platform

AI-Ready Platform

Unlock elite AI capabilities on your laptop. The 80Gbps rating of Thunderbolt 5 enables the massive GPU throughput needed to power advanced AI models and creative workflows with ease.

Using Scenario

  • Gamer

    Turn your laptop into a desktop-class gaming rig.

  • Creator

    Desktop-level GPU performance for your creative workflow.

  • AI Developer

    Scale your compute power beyond what your laptop allows.

FAQ

  • Thunderbolt 5 provides up to 80Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth, which is double the maximum speed of Thunderbolt 4. This massive increase in data throughput can significantly reduce latency and unlock the full potential of high-performance desktop graphics cards like those of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 or AMD Radeon RX 9000 series.

  • Yes, the ROG XG Station 3 is fully compatible with ASUS BTF graphics cards. It features an integrated GC-HPWR slot that delivers power directly to the graphics card without the need for traditional external power cables, enabling a clean, cable-free internal aesthetic.

  • Absolutely. The ROG XG Station 3 supports up to 140-watt Power Delivery through its primary Thunderbolt 5 connection. This enables you to power your laptop, transfer high-speed data, and output elite graphics performance—all through a single cable.

  • The ROG XG Station 3 is engineered for maximum compatibility, supporting the latest flagship graphics card including the GeForce RTX 50, RTX PRO™ 6000, AMD Radeon RX 9000, Intel Arc™ series. Max Supported GPU Size 361 × 139.3 × 93.9 mm (L × W × H).

  • Unlike traditional closed-box eGPU enclosures, the ROG XG Station 3’s open-frame architecture ensures unrestricted airflow to the graphics card fans. This design prevents heat buildup, empowering your graphics card to maintain higher boost clocks and peak performance during intensive gaming or rendering sessions.

  • No, the ROG XG Station 3 allows you to choose and install your own standard SFX / SFX-L power supply. This ensures you can select a PSU with the specific wattage required to power your chosen GeForce RTX 50 or Radeon RX 9000 series graphics card.

  • The ROG XG Station 3 is designed for broad compatibility and works with any laptop equipped with a Thunderbolt 5 or Thunderbolt 4 port. While it is built to deliver peak performance via Thunderbolt 5, it is fully backward compatible with Thunderbolt 4, ensuring a seamless high-performance graphics upgrade across various brands and platforms.

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