Built using the 40 Gb/s USB4 standard, the 1TB SE920 USB4 External SSD from ADATA is compatible with Windows, Mac, Android, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and PS5. It delivers sequential read speeds of up to 3800 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 3700 MB/s, while remaining compatible with Thunderbolt 3, 4, and older USB standards. Thanks to a built-in micro fan, operations are kept cool, even during intense workloads. Connectivity to your host system is established using a USB-C interface and an included USB4 cable.

1TB Storage Capacity    40 Gb/s USB4 Interface    Sequential Read Speeds up to 3800 MB/s    Sequential Write Speeds up to 3700 MB/s    Bus Powered    Built-In Micro Fan    Xbox and PlayStation Compatible    Linux and Android Compatible    Windows, Mac, and Linux Compatible

The SE920 adopts the 40 Gb/s USB4 interface. It is backward compatible with USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 and supports Thunderbolt 3 and 4. In addition, it features a USB-C port and is able to easily and quickly transfer large audio and video files at high speeds.

The SE920 features the USB4 transmission interface, with transmission performance of up to 3800 MB/s. Transferring a 10GB 4K video can be completed in about 3 seconds.

Worried about heat caused by high-speed transfers? The SE920 features a unique heat dissipation system with a built-in micro fan. When in use, press down on the case to activate the fan, increasing interior area for cooling and quickly dissipating heat. Press the case again to retract its shroud, making it easy to carry. This active patented cooling system is 10% cooler than fanless products of the same specifications.

The SE920 can also be connected to a game console to expand your storage. Loading times are faster than traditional hard drives, instantly improving your entertainment and quality of life.

The SE920 utilizes a USB-C port, which can connect to different operating systems including Android, macOS, and Windows, computing platforms, and gaming devices. The SE920 can transfer various types of high-definition audio and video.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. This has USB cable that plugs into Thunderbolt 3 on 2019 iMac?

A: Yes, this would come with a USB-C to USB-C cable.

Q: 2. Is it possible to charge a lumix s5 camera?

A: Yes, you could use the ADATA Technology P20000QCD Power Bank (20,000mAh, Black) to charge the Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera.

Q: 3. Is the fan thermostatically controlled, or does it run constantly?

A: The fan in the ADATA Technology 4TB SE920 USB4 External SSD is not thermostatically controlled—it operates at a constant speed. The fan can be activated or deactivated by pressing on the case of the SSD.

Q: 4. Does the OWC Express 1M2 come with a USB4/TB4 cable?

A: Yes, the OWC Express 1M2 USB4 External SSD Enclosure comes with a 40 Gb/s USB-C (USB4) cable.

Q: 5. Is this enclosure backward compatible with TB3/TB4?

A: Yes, the HYPER HyperDrive USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure will work with a Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 port.

Q: 6. Can this drive be reformated/used as a Macintosh HD? Does it overheat?

A: The WD 2TB WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive USB 3.2 Gen 2 External SSD can be reformatted as needed to work with a wide range of host OS.

Q: 7. What are the measurements of the enclosures?

A: The dimensions of the Satechi USB4 NVMe SSD Pro Enclosure have not been provided by the manufacturer.

Q: 8. Will this work with M.2 2280 NVMe SSDs that have a heat sink?

A: Yes, the HYPER HyperDrive USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure can fit an SSD with a heatsink.

Q: 9. Will this be fully compatible with SK Hynix P41 or Samsung Pro 990?

A: Yes, the HYPER HyperDrive USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure is compatible with M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs like the Samsung 990 Pro and the SK Hynix P41.

Q: 10. Does this enclosure allow TRIM Support on MacOS? I know thunderbolt does, but unclear on USB4. Please, Mac specific.

A: TRIM is supported on macOS for NVME SSD drives. The HYPER HyperDrive USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure, B&H # HYHDU4NSENC, only works with NVMe SSD drives, so it should support TRIM on macOS, but this is not something Hyper shares in their documentation. When it comes to SATA drives, TRIM is not supported on macOS, regardless of whether the enclosure is USB, Thunderbolt, or USB4.