{"title":"USB-C External SSD","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root {\n    --tc-black: #000000;\n    --tc-black-2: #080808;\n    --tc-black-3: #111111;\n    --tc-red: #c1121f;\n    --tc-red-soft: #ff4d57;\n    --tc-white: #ffffff;\n    --tc-text: #f4f4f4;\n    --tc-muted: #b8b8b8;\n    --tc-border: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.12);\n    --tc-shadow: 0 18px 45px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.45);\n    --tc-radius-lg: 22px;\n    --tc-radius-md: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .tc-wrap {\n    max-width: 1180px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    padding: 12px 4px 8px;\n    background: var(--tc-black);\n    font-family: Inter, Arial, sans-serif;\n    color: var(--tc-text);\n    line-height: 1.6;\n  }\n\n  .tc-wrap * {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .tc-wrap a {\n    color: var(--tc-red-soft);\n    text-decoration: none;\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  .tc-wrap a:hover {\n    text-decoration: underline;\n    text-underline-offset: 4px;\n  }\n\n  .tc-wrap h2,\n  .tc-wrap h3,\n  .tc-wrap h4 {\n    color: var(--tc-white);\n   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KingSpec's USB-C portable SSD lineup spans budget-friendly 10Gbps drives up to 20Gbps performance models, so you can pick the exact Type-C SSD speed and capacity your workflow actually needs instead of overpaying for headroom you will never use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-stat-grid\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":480,\"w\":357,\"h\":473,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":480}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-stat\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":480,\"w\":357,\"h\":124,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":480}'\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tc-stat-number\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":501,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":501}'\u003e5 to 20Gbps\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tc-stat-label\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":535,\"w\":315,\"h\":49,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":535}'\u003eSpeed range across KingSpec's USB-C SSD lineup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-stat\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":621,\"w\":357,\"h\":100,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":621}'\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tc-stat-number\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":641,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":641}'\u003e256GB to 4TB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tc-stat-label\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":676,\"w\":315,\"h\":24,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":676}'\u003eCapacity options for every workload\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-stat\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":737,\"w\":357,\"h\":100,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":737}'\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tc-stat-number\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":758,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":758}'\u003e2,100MB\/s\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tc-stat-label\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":792,\"w\":315,\"h\":24,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":792}'\u003ePeak read speed on the fastest USB-C model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-stat\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":853,\"w\":357,\"h\":100,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":853}'\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tc-stat-number\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":874,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":874}'\u003e3-Year\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tc-stat-label\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":909,\"w\":315,\"h\":24,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":909}'\u003eWarranty on every USB-C storage drive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":998,\"w\":390,\"h\":594,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":998}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":1019,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":1019}'\u003eWhat Is a USB-C External SSD?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":1095,\"w\":357,\"h\":195,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":1095}'\u003eA USB-C external SSD is a portable solid-state drive that connects through the small, reversible USB-C connector instead of the older rectangular USB-A plug. USB-C itself is just a connector shape, not a speed guarantee, so the actual protocol running through that connector determines how fast your drive really is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":1306,\"w\":357,\"h\":251,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":1306}'\u003eDepending on the model, a Type-C SSD can run anywhere from USB 3.2 Gen 1 at roughly 5Gbps up to USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 at 20Gbps, with USB4 and Thunderbolt pushing to 40Gbps on premium drives. That range is exactly why two drives that both say \"USB-C\" on the box can perform very differently in practice, and why checking the actual USB generation behind the port matters more than the connector shape alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section tc-section-dark\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":1617,\"w\":390,\"h\":1341,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":1617}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":1638,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":1638}'\u003eUSB-C Storage Drive Speeds: Gen 1 vs Gen 2 vs Gen 2x2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":1714,\"w\":357,\"h\":111,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":1714}'\u003eUSB-C external SSDs are sold across several speed tiers. Knowing where a drive sits on this scale tells you what kind of files it can move comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-table-wrap\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":1846,\"w\":357,\"h\":937,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":1846}'\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tc-table\" bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":1847,\"w\":355,\"h\":935,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":1847}'\u003e\n\u003cthead bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003eUSB-C Generation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003eMax Speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003eTypical Real-World Read\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003eGood Fit For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":1847,\"w\":355,\"h\":935,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":1847}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":1847,\"w\":355,\"h\":239,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":1847}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":1859,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":1859}'\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":1907,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":1907}'\u003e5Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":1955,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":1955}'\u003e400 to 500MB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2002,\"w\":355,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2002}'\u003eBasic backups, documents, and small photo batches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2086,\"w\":355,\"h\":239,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2086}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2098,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2098}'\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2146,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2146}'\u003e10Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2194,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2194}'\u003e900 to 1,050MB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2242,\"w\":355,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2242}'\u003eEveryday transfers, photo libraries, and general use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2326,\"w\":355,\"h\":239,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2326}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2338,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2338}'\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2386,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2386}'\u003e20Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2434,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2434}'\u003e1,800 to 2,100MB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2482,\"w\":355,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2482}'\u003e4K video, large game libraries, frequent big-file moves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2566,\"w\":355,\"h\":216,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2566}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2578,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2578}'\u003eUSB4 \/ Thunderbolt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2626,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2626}'\u003e40Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2674,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2674}'\u003e2,800MB\/s and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":2722,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":2722}'\u003e8K footage and professional multi-stream editing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":2783,\"w\":357,\"h\":139,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":2783}'\u003eFor most people upgrading from a spinning external hard drive, jumping to any USB-C SSD tier already feels dramatically faster, since flash memory eliminates the mechanical read\/write delays that slow down hard disk drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":2983,\"w\":390,\"h\":1135,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":2983}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":3004,\"w\":357,\"h\":89,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":3004}'\u003eIs a USB-C External SSD Compatible With Your Devices?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card-grid\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":3111,\"w\":357,\"h\":986,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":3111}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":3111,\"w\":357,\"h\":262,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":3111}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":3132,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":3132}'\u003eMacBook and Windows Laptops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":3170,\"w\":315,\"h\":167,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":3170}'\u003eNearly every MacBook released since 2016 and most modern Windows laptops use USB-C as their primary or only port, making a USB-C portable SSD a natural fit for expanding storage without opening the machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":3390,\"w\":357,\"h\":234,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":3390}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":3411,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":3411}'\u003eiPhone and Android Phones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":3449,\"w\":315,\"h\":139,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":3449}'\u003eiPhone 15 and newer models, along with most current Android phones, use USB-C natively, so a compatible drive plugs in directly for photo, video, and ProRes file transfers without an adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":3640,\"w\":357,\"h\":234,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":3640}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":3661,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":3661}'\u003ePS5, Xbox, and Handhelds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":3699,\"w\":315,\"h\":139,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":3699}'\u003eModern consoles and handhelds like Steam Deck and ROG Ally accept USB-C external SSDs for expanding game storage, though speeds depend on the console's own USB port rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":3891,\"w\":357,\"h\":206,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":3891}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":3912,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":3912}'\u003eOlder USB-A-Only Devices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":3950,\"w\":315,\"h\":111,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":3950}'\u003eDrives with a dual Type-C and Type-A interface still work on older desktops and laptops that have not moved to USB-C, so you are not locked out of legacy hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section tc-section-dark\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":4142,\"w\":390,\"h\":593,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":4142}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4163,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4163}'\u003eWhat to Check Before Buying a USB-C Portable SSD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tc-list\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4239,\"w\":357,\"h\":463,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4239}'\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4239,\"w\":357,\"h\":92,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4239}'\u003eConfirm which USB generation actually powers the drive. \"USB-C\" on the box tells you the connector shape, not the speed, so look for the Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 2x2 label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4343,\"w\":357,\"h\":69,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4343}'\u003eUse the cable that ships with the drive. A cable rated for a lower USB generation will bottleneck a faster drive regardless of what the SSD itself supports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4425,\"w\":357,\"h\":92,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4425}'\u003eCheck the enclosure material. Zinc alloy and aluminum bodies dissipate heat better than plastic, helping the drive hold its rated speed during long transfers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4529,\"w\":357,\"h\":92,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4529}'\u003eMatch capacity to your workload rather than buying the largest option by default. 256GB to 512GB covers everyday files, while 1TB to 4TB suits video projects and large game libraries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4633,\"w\":357,\"h\":69,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4633}'\u003eCheck whether the drive includes a Type-A adapter or dual interface if you also need to connect it to older, non-USB-C hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":4759,\"w\":390,\"h\":1477,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":4759}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4780,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4780}'\u003eChoosing the Right KingSpec USB-C External SSD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":4856,\"w\":357,\"h\":139,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":4856}'\u003eKingSpec's USB-C portable SSD lineup spans budget dual-interface drives up to 20Gbps performance models, so the right pick depends on your speed needs and the devices you connect to most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-table-wrap\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":5016,\"w\":357,\"h\":1200,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":5016}'\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tc-table\" bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5017,\"w\":355,\"h\":1198,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5017}'\u003e\n\u003cthead bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003eInterface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003eCapacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":0,\"y\":0,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":0,\"abs_y\":0}'\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5017,\"w\":355,\"h\":1198,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5017}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5017,\"w\":355,\"h\":239,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5017}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5029,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5029}'\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/products\/us201-portable-external-ussd\" bis_size='{\"x\":46,\"y\":5046,\"w\":219,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":46,\"abs_y\":5046}'\u003eUS201 Portable External USSD\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5076,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5076}'\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2, Type-C and Type-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5124,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5124}'\u003e256GB to 1TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5172,\"w\":355,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5172}'\u003eBudget-friendly everyday storage with legacy Type-A support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5256,\"w\":355,\"h\":239,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5256}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5268,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5268}'\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/products\/zs301-portable-external-ussd\" bis_size='{\"x\":46,\"y\":5286,\"w\":133,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":46,\"abs_y\":5286}'\u003eMemoStone ZS301\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5316,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5316}'\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps), Type-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5364,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5364}'\u003e256GB to 2TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5412,\"w\":355,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5412}'\u003eCompact, fast everyday USB-C storage drive in a battery-shaped design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5496,\"w\":355,\"h\":239,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5496}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5508,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5508}'\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/products\/kingspec-z5-series-portable-external-ssd\" bis_size='{\"x\":46,\"y\":5526,\"w\":229,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":46,\"abs_y\":5526}'\u003eZ5 Series Portable External SSD\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5556,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5556}'\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps), Type-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5604,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5604}'\u003e512GB to 4TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5652,\"w\":355,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5652}'\u003eGamers and creators who want the highest capacity and RGB styling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5736,\"w\":355,\"h\":239,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5736}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5748,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5748}'\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/products\/us5-portable-usb-external-ssd\" bis_size='{\"x\":46,\"y\":5765,\"w\":118,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":46,\"abs_y\":5765}'\u003eMemoStone US5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5796,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5796}'\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps), Type-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5844,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5844}'\u003eUp to 2TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5892,\"w\":355,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5892}'\u003eiPhone 15 and newer users recording directly to external storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5976,\"w\":355,\"h\":239,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5976}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":5988,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":5988}'\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/products\/z1-series-portable-external-ssd\" bis_size='{\"x\":46,\"y\":6005,\"w\":106,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":46,\"abs_y\":6005}'\u003eMemoStone Z1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":6036,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":6036}'\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps), Type-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":6083,\"w\":355,\"h\":47,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":6083}'\u003eUp to 2TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":6131,\"w\":355,\"h\":71,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":6131}'\u003eUltra-thin, magnetic everyday carry alongside a phone or tablet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section tc-section-dark\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":6261,\"w\":390,\"h\":715,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":6261}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":6282,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":6282}'\u003eWhy Buy Your USB-C Storage Drive From KingSpec\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card-grid-3\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":6359,\"w\":357,\"h\":595,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":6359}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":6359,\"w\":357,\"h\":206,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":6359}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":6380,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":6380}'\u003eDurable, Heat-Managing Builds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":6418,\"w\":315,\"h\":111,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":6418}'\u003eZinc alloy and aluminum housings across the lineup improve heat dissipation and drop resistance compared to plastic-bodied competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":6582,\"w\":357,\"h\":178,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":6582}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":6603,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":6603}'\u003eTrue Plug-and-Play\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":6641,\"w\":315,\"h\":83,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":6641}'\u003eEvery drive works across Windows, macOS, Android, and supported consoles without drivers or extra software to install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":6777,\"w\":357,\"h\":178,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":6777}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":6797,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":6797}'\u003e3-Year Warranty on Every Drive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":6836,\"w\":315,\"h\":83,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":6836}'\u003eKingSpec backs its full USB-C external SSD range with a 3-year warranty and direct technical support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":7000,\"w\":390,\"h\":1166,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":7000}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":7021,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":7021}'\u003eSetting Up Your New USB-C External SSD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card-grid\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":7098,\"w\":357,\"h\":760,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":7098}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":7098,\"w\":357,\"h\":232,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":7098}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":7119,\"w\":315,\"h\":52,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":7119}'\u003e1. Plug In With the Included Cable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":7184,\"w\":315,\"h\":111,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":7184}'\u003eUse the cable that ships with the drive so you are not accidentally bottlenecked by a lower-rated USB-C cable from another device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":7347,\"w\":357,\"h\":234,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":7347}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":7368,\"w\":315,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":7368}'\u003e2. Check Your Port's Real Speed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":7406,\"w\":315,\"h\":139,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":7406}'\u003eNot every USB-C port on a laptop or desktop runs the same generation, so confirm your specific port's rating in your device's documentation before expecting peak speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":7598,\"w\":357,\"h\":260,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":7598}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":7619,\"w\":315,\"h\":52,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":7619}'\u003e3. Keep the Default File System Unless You Need to Change It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":7683,\"w\":315,\"h\":139,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":7683}'\u003eMost KingSpec USB-C SSDs ship pre-formatted in exFAT, which already works across Windows, macOS, and most consoles. Reformat only if a specific device or workflow requires a different file system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-band\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":7859,\"w\":357,\"h\":262,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":7859}'\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":47,\"y\":7879,\"w\":323,\"h\":26,\"abs_x\":47,\"abs_y\":7879}'\u003eA Quick Note on Speed Claims\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":47,\"y\":7918,\"w\":323,\"h\":167,\"abs_x\":47,\"abs_y\":7918}'\u003eIf a USB-C external SSD is not reaching its advertised speed, the most common causes are a lower-rated cable, a slower USB-C port on the host device, or a nearly full drive. Rule out those three before assuming the SSD itself is underperforming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section tc-section-dark\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":8190,\"w\":390,\"h\":529,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":8190}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8211,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8211}'\u003eExplore More KingSpec Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-grid\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8287,\"w\":357,\"h\":412,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8287}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8287,\"w\":357,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8287}'\u003e\n\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8307,\"w\":315,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8307}'\u003eMacBook Storage\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/collections\/external-ssd-for-macbook\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8337,\"w\":176,\"h\":15,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8337}'\u003eExternal SSD for MacBook\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8394,\"w\":357,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8394}'\u003e\n\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8414,\"w\":315,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8414}'\u003ePC Storage\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/collections\/external-ssd-for-pc\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8444,\"w\":133,\"h\":15,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8444}'\u003eExternal SSD for PC\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8501,\"w\":357,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8501}'\u003e\n\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8521,\"w\":315,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8521}'\u003eHigher Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/collections\/external-ssd-2tb\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8552,\"w\":118,\"h\":15,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8552}'\u003eExternal SSD 2TB\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8608,\"w\":357,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8608}'\u003e\n\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8628,\"w\":315,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8628}'\u003eMobile Storage\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/collections\/portable-ssd-for-iphone\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8659,\"w\":161,\"h\":15,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8659}'\u003ePortable SSD for iPhone\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":8743,\"w\":390,\"h\":422,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":8743}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8764,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8764}'\u003eRelated Guides on Portable Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-grid\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8840,\"w\":357,\"h\":305,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8840}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8840,\"w\":357,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8840}'\u003e\n\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8861,\"w\":315,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8861}'\u003eVideo Editing\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/blogs\/posts\/best-portable-ssd-for-video-editing\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8891,\"w\":238,\"h\":15,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8891}'\u003eBest Portable SSD for Video Editing\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":8947,\"w\":357,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":8947}'\u003e\n\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8968,\"w\":315,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8968}'\u003eGaming Guide\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/blogs\/news\/best-external-ssd-for-gaming\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":8998,\"w\":200,\"h\":15,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":8998}'\u003eBest External SSD for Gaming\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-link-card\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9054,\"w\":357,\"h\":91,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9054}'\u003e\n\u003cspan bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":9075,\"w\":315,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":9075}'\u003eConsole Storage\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kingspectech.com\/blogs\/posts\/ps5-storage-upgrade\" bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":9105,\"w\":186,\"h\":15,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":9105}'\u003ePS5 Storage Upgrade Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"tc-section tc-section-dark\" bis_size='{\"x\":13,\"y\":9190,\"w\":390,\"h\":625,\"abs_x\":13,\"abs_y\":9190}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9211,\"w\":357,\"h\":59,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9211}'\u003eFrequently Asked Questions: USB-C External SSD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-faq\" bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9286,\"w\":357,\"h\":496,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9286}'\u003e\n\u003cdetails bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9286,\"w\":357,\"h\":55,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9286}'\u003e\n\u003csummary bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9287,\"w\":355,\"h\":54,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9287}'\u003eIs USB-C the same as USB 3.2?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-faq-answer\" bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9341,\"w\":355,\"h\":228,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9341}'\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":9341,\"w\":315,\"h\":195,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":9341}'\u003eNo. USB-C describes the physical connector shape, while USB 3.2 Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 2x2 describe the actual data speed running through it. A drive can use a USB-C connector while supporting any of these speed tiers, so the connector alone does not tell you how fast the drive is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9354,\"w\":357,\"h\":76,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9354}'\u003e\n\u003csummary bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9355,\"w\":355,\"h\":74,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9355}'\u003eWill a USB-C portable SSD work with my older USB-A laptop?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-faq-answer\" bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9429,\"w\":355,\"h\":144,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9429}'\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":9429,\"w\":315,\"h\":111,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":9429}'\u003eYes, as long as you use a USB-C to USB-A cable or choose a drive with a dual Type-C and Type-A interface. Speeds will scale down to whatever that older port supports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9442,\"w\":357,\"h\":76,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9442}'\u003e\n\u003csummary bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9443,\"w\":355,\"h\":74,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9443}'\u003eWhat is the difference between a Type-C SSD and a Thunderbolt SSD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-faq-answer\" bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9518,\"w\":355,\"h\":200,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9518}'\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":9518,\"w\":315,\"h\":167,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":9518}'\u003eThunderbolt uses the same USB-C connector shape but runs a separate, faster protocol capable of up to 40Gbps. A standard USB-C SSD running USB 3.2 tops out at 20Gbps, which is still fast enough for most everyday and creative work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9530,\"w\":357,\"h\":76,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9530}'\u003e\n\u003csummary bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9531,\"w\":355,\"h\":74,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9531}'\u003eCan I use a USB-C external SSD with my iPhone?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-faq-answer\" bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9606,\"w\":355,\"h\":144,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9606}'\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":9606,\"w\":315,\"h\":111,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":9606}'\u003eYes, iPhone 15 and newer models have a USB-C port and support direct connections to compatible external SSDs for file transfers and video recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9618,\"w\":357,\"h\":76,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9618}'\u003e\n\u003csummary bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9619,\"w\":355,\"h\":74,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9619}'\u003eWhy is my USB-C external SSD running slower than advertised?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-faq-answer\" bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9694,\"w\":355,\"h\":172,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9694}'\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":9694,\"w\":315,\"h\":139,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":9694}'\u003eThis is usually caused by a lower-rated cable, a slower USB-C port on your computer, or a drive that is nearly full. Check all three before assuming the drive itself is defective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails bis_size='{\"x\":30,\"y\":9706,\"w\":357,\"h\":76,\"abs_x\":30,\"abs_y\":9706}'\u003e\n\u003csummary bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9707,\"w\":355,\"h\":74,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9707}'\u003eHow much storage do I need in a USB-C external SSD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tc-faq-answer\" bis_size='{\"x\":31,\"y\":9782,\"w\":355,\"h\":200,\"abs_x\":31,\"abs_y\":9782}'\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":51,\"y\":9782,\"w\":315,\"h\":167,\"abs_x\":51,\"abs_y\":9782}'\u003e256GB to 512GB comfortably covers documents and everyday photo libraries. 1TB is a solid middle ground for mixed use, while 2TB to 4TB suits large video projects, extensive game libraries, or full system backups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"z5-series-portable-external-ssd","title":"Z5 series Portable External SSD","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRGB elements combined with a zinc-metal tech-style casing, perfect for gamers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Type-C port supports both gaming consoles and cross-platform use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightning fast speeds of USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps transmissions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlazing-fast USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 speeds with 20Gbps data transfer.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kingspec","offers":[{"title":"512GB","offer_id":41385235087453,"sku":"Z5-512","price":85.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1TB","offer_id":41385257500765,"sku":"Z5-1TB","price":180.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2TB","offer_id":41385257533533,"sku":"Z5-2TB","price":230.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4TB","offer_id":42411795546205,"sku":"Z5-4TB","price":400.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0296\/7230\/8829\/files\/1_1e42704e-f852-4457-baf4-6cf62928e553.jpg?v=1761807122"},{"product_id":"us5-portable-usb-external-ssd","title":"US5 Portable USB External SSD","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe perfect partner for expanding your iPhone 15 storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightning fast speeds of USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps transmissions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum Alloy case for improved heat dissipation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2TB Large Storage Capacity for Continuous Recording in ProRes Format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kingspec","offers":[{"title":"512GB \/ Pink","offer_id":42833507156061,"sku":"US5-512 P","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"512GB \/ Silver","offer_id":42887632388189,"sku":"US5-512 S","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"512GB \/ Black","offer_id":43119829549149,"sku":"US5-512 B","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1TB \/ Pink","offer_id":42887632420957,"sku":"US5-1TB P","price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1TB \/ Silver","offer_id":42887632453725,"sku":"US5-1TB S","price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1TB \/ Black","offer_id":43119829581917,"sku":"US5-1TB B","price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2TB \/ Pink","offer_id":42887632486493,"sku":"US5-2TB P","price":376.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2TB \/ Silver","offer_id":42887632519261,"sku":"US5-2TB S","price":376.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2TB \/ Black","offer_id":43119829614685,"sku":"US5-2TB B","price":376.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0296\/7230\/8829\/files\/3_45b6ea7e-214f-4a73-8959-264115a95fdc.jpg?v=1762323118"},{"product_id":"us201-portable-external-ussd","title":"US201 Portable External USSD","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLevel up your gaming vibe with eye-catching designs that electrify every play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile dual-drive with Type-C \u0026amp; 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