{"title":"External Video Cards","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Your Setup with the Right GPU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At Mwave, you’ll find graphics cards from the world’s leading brands, perfect for gaming rigs, workstations and creative systems. From entry-level GPUs that handle everyday tasks to advanced models for 4K gaming and rendering, there’s an option for every budget and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/desktop-computers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecomputer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair your GPU with the right \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/monitors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emonitor\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/input-devices\/keyboards\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ekeyboard \u003c\/a\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/input-devices\/computer-mouse\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emouse \u003c\/a\u003efor a setup that maximises precision and performance. If you manage multiple systems or displays, Mwave also offers \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/kvm-cables-and-switches\/kvm-cables\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKVM switches and KVM cables\u003c\/a\u003e to streamline control and connectivity in professional or multi-PC environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes of GPUs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGraphics cards fall into two main categories, integrated and discrete, each offering different levels of power, performance and flexibility. Here is a rundown of each:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn integrated graphics card is built-in, installed by manufacturers in most \"standard\" \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/laptops\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elaptops \u003c\/a\u003eor pre-built PC computers. The integrated card is ideal for standard tasks in the home and office work, such as website surfing, watching movies, reading emails or typing. Although the built-in card is cost-effective, it is usually more difficult to upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscrete\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA discrete graphics card is an add-on that is installed as an extra component on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/motherboards\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emotherboard\u003c\/a\u003e. It is ideal for those who want to customise or upgrade their PC for gaming purposes or professional works that run graphics-intensive software for photo and video editing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Graphics Cards at Mwave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs one of Australia’s top destinations for tech and gaming gear, Mwave offers quality components backed by expert support. Whether you’re upgrading your current rig or planning to buy a new graphics card, you’ll find trusted brands, competitive pricing and fast shipping Australia-wide. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can learn more about how GPUs work in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/blog\/comprehensive-guide-to-graphics-cards-gpu\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecomprehensive guide to graphics cards\u003c\/a\u003e and discover tips to extend their lifespan in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/blog\/graphics-card-maintenance-ensuring-longevity-performance\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egraphics card maintenance guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a graphics card do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A graphics card (or GPU) renders images, video and animations for your display. It handles graphical processing so your CPU can focus on other tasks, resulting in smoother visuals and faster performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I tell if my graphics card is dying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Common signs include screen flickering, sudden crashes, overheating or visual artefacts during games. If you experience these symptoms, it may be time to replace or upgrade your GPU.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs having two graphics cards overkill?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For most users, yes. Modern single GPUs are powerful enough for gaming and creative work. Dual-GPU setups are mainly for specialised applications and are often limited by software support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich type of graphics card is better: integrated or dedicated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Dedicated GPUs outperform integrated ones by providing their own memory and processing power. Integrated graphics are fine for light tasks, but a dedicated GPU is better for gaming, 3D rendering and high-performance workloads.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"asus-rog-xg-mobile-thunderbolt-5-external-graphics-card-enclosure-rtx-5070ti-laptop-gpu-ac97270","title":"ASUS ROG XG Mobile Thunderbolt 5 External Graphics Card Enclosure RTX","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"ASUS ROG XG Mobile Thunderbolt 5 External Graphics Card Enclosure RTX 5070Ti Laptop GPU\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mwave.com.au\/images\/400\/asus_rog_xg_mobile_thunderbolt_5_external_graphics_card_enclosure_rtx_5070ti_laptop_gpu_ac97270_17721.jpg\" style=\"width:1229px;max-width:100%;max-height:1593px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Asus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47994720878723,"sku":"AC97270","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6633\/7923\/files\/asus_rog_xg_mobile_thunderbolt_5_external_graphics_card_enclosure_rtx_5070ti_laptop_gpu_ac97270_18696.jpg?v=1787744866"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.mwave.com.au\/collections\/external-video-cards.oembed","provider":"Mwave","version":"1.0","type":"link"}