Satechi continues to make a name for itself with its products that adapt to the Apple ecosystem. The new SSD box introduced by the company is one of the most current examples of this approach. Usb4 Slim NVME NVME SSD Enclosure, this product, the Mac Mini M4’s aesthetic line is fully compatible. It adds visually integrity to Apple’s desktop with its aluminum body and black-touched color transition.
The design of the device focuses not only on visuality but also functionality. It has a thin and simple structure that can be positioned on the Mac Mini. This makes it a visual complementary and ergonomic accessory. Since it works with the USB-C connection, it can be installed not only on Mac Mini, but to all USB-C-supported devices.
Satechi SSD box offers a prominent performance with its high transfer speeds
This new product of Satechi is similar to the Mac Mini M4 Stand & Hub model in January. But the new SSD box makes a remarkable difference in transfer rate. The stand & hub offers a speed of 10GBPS, while this new box with USB4 can rise up to 40GBPS. Of course, in order to fully benefit from this speed, the device must be compatible with USB4.
However, the SSD box can work with old connection types thanks to its retrospective compatibility. In other words, it continues its function even when used with a device without USB4 support. Although speed is falling, it does not cause a problem in terms of use. This flexibility makes the product attractive for a wide audience.
The NVME SSD formats supported are also kept quite wide. SSDs of 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 are compatible with the box. In capacity, options between 1 TB and 8 TB are supported. This provides a great advantage especially for professional users who need high capacity storage.
The assembly process is simplified with a user -friendly detail. The lower part of the box opens with a short rotation movement. This section also includes a compartment to store the short USB-C cable that comes with the product. Thus, a practical solution is offered in terms of portability and order.
The issue of cooling is important in such products and Satechi did not ignore it. Enclosure aims to keep heating at a minimum level thanks to the thermal pad and cooling ducts placed inside. This prevents performance loss in long -term data transfer processes. It is possible to work at a constant speed without thermal restriction problems.
The product is on sale in the US with a price tag of $ 119.99. $ 20 is more expensive than the stand & hub model in January. However, this price difference seems reasonable considering the three -fold increase in the transfer rate. It can be a more logical choice for users with high performance priority instead of a port wealth.