eGPU via USB Type C to Thunderbolt adapter?

[toshibitsu]

I have an HP EliteDesk 800 G2 (i5-6500, 16GB Mem, 500GB SSD). Have just been using it for web browsing/netflix. Would be nice if I could connect an eGPU to it and do something more. There are no Thunderbolt connectors on it, but there's a USB Type C on the front of it. I notice Apple has these cables: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MMEL2AM/A/thunderbolt-3-usb-c-to-thunderbolt-2-adapter

If I were to get one of those and combine it with a Thunderbolt 2 based eGPU(such as the Akitio Thunder 2), would that work? I'm doubtful a new 1000 series card would work to it's fullest potential, but figure something like a GTX 970 would go well in that thing.

 

[weilin]

It wouldn't work. eGPUs utilizes PCIe protocol (like any standard GPU). Only thunderbolt supports it (even though the pins are physically the same as USB-C). Even if you got that adapter the eGPU wouldn't be compatible.

 

[RobCrezz]

Wont work if it doesnt have thunderbolt.

Theres alternatives that can use the wifi card slot though, but its a lot less sleek.

Standard response - get a desktop pc for gaming.

 

[toshibitsu]

I have several gaming desktops and laptops. This particular system is very compact(not much bigger then an Xbox controller) and doesn't take up any space. I have it attached to the back of the 4k tv in my bedroom(the only other thing connected to the tv is a Nintendo Switch). I didn't want to bring in any of the other systems as I was going for a clean look. At least I know now not to bother with this unit. Thank you

 

[RobCrezz]

I have several gaming desktops and laptops. This particular system is very compact(not much bigger then an Xbox controller) and doesn't take up any space. I have it attached to the back of the 4k tv in my bedroom(the only other thing connected to the tv is a Nintendo Switch). I didn't want to bring in any of the other systems as I was going for a clean look. At least I know now not to bother with this unit. Thank you

You can always stream from a Gaming pc to this pc, and let the gaming pc do the rendering with the GPU.

http://store.steampowered.com/streaming/