The Chuwi HiGame is one the most powerful compact
mini PCs recently launched for game enthusiasts and advanced content creators.
The device is indeed equipped with the latest 8th gen Intel Core i5/i7 series
of CPUs along with discrete Radeon RX Vega M graphics bundled in a single
package.
Among other features, the Chuwi HiGame sports a
Thunderbolt 3 port ,which according to Intel, brings speed and versatility to
USB-C, offering a fast and simple level of connection for work or home. It’ll
allow you to increase productivity by connecting multiple displays or devices
through a single, compact port, or enjoy high performance graphics on the
latest compatible PCs.
Going down to the specific features of the
Thunderbolt 3 port we learn that it’s able to support two 4K UHD 60 Hz displays
(yes, 2), and even provide quick charging through it. Expanding your
capabilities while reducing cables. If you care about the raw numbers, then
you’ll be impressed to learn that it can transfer data at the unprecedented
speed of 40Gbps, which is insane.
Of course, Thunderbolt 3 also supports USB-C a.k.a.
USB 3.1, which is a single-cable solution, that can deliver the fastest and
most versatile connection to any dock, device, or display, including billions
of USB devices. If you still aren’t sure what the Thunderbolt 3 brings to the table,
here’s a video from CNET.
The Chuwi HiGame is currently available on Indiegogo
where you can get one starting at US$ 899, packing an i5 CPU and 128GB of storage,
meanwhile the i7/256GB variant goes for US$ 1099. That said, if they manage to get
over the US$ 600,000 stretch goal, everybody gets the upgraded variant for free.
