OWC Express 1M2 80G
USB4 (80GB/s) Bus-Powered Portable External Storage Enclosure for NVMe M.2 2230 / 2242 / 2280 SSDs
Specifically optimized for Thunderbolt 3/4/5 and USB4 80Gb/s computers
- Supremely Fast: Over 6000MB/s peak real-world speed
- Widely Compatible: Works with Macs, PCs, iPad Pros, Chromebooks, and Surface devices
- Exceptionally Flexible: Choose DIY “build your own” or ready-to-run solutions easily future upgradeable with faster, higher capacity 2280 or 2242 NVMe M.2 SSD
- Innovatively Cool: Heat-dissipating design offers rugged protection of your SSD while silently keeping drive cool for consistent top speed
- Versatile: Easily handle daily data needs to pro level creative projects while matching internal storage performance
- Convenient: Bus-powered via the included USB4 cable
- 2 Year Warranty
Expressly Evolutionary
You’re not just looking at the next version of the widely popular Express 1M2 portable SSD… this aircraft grade aluminum heatsink-like beauty is an evolutionary leap forward in speed. Built with the latest USB4 80Gb/s interface, the Express 1M2 80G doubles its predecessor’s capabilities to the tune of over 6000MB/s real-world performance.
Versatile Power for Pros
From daily data transfers to detailed VFX work, the Express 1M2 80G delivers internal storage-class performance externally for:
8K+ video editors and colorists
DITs and high-volume photographers
AI/ML developers and game designers
Sports, wedding, and event creatives
Less Is More
As fellow creators, we know speed, silence, and reliability aren't optional they're essential. That’s why we engineered the Express 1M2 80G with our field proven deep finned passive-cooling design. By putting power exactly where it matters most — straight to your NVMe drive — instead of a distracting, battery-draining fan, your long renders, massive exports, and live previews stay smooth and stable.
The Power of No
No adapter, no external power brick… just one included USB4 cable so you can bus power the Express 1M2 80G’s supreme speed anywhere, anytime.
Express 1M2 80G Connected to
USB4 80Gb/s or Thunderbolt 5 host: Over 6000MB/s
USB4 40Gb/s host: Over 3800MB/s
Thunderbolt 4 host: Up to 3800MB/s
Thunderbolt 3 host (Mac only): Up to 2800MB/s
Includes
(1) OWC Express 1M2 80G External Storage Enclosure
(1) 0.3M (12") USB-C (80Gb/s) Cable
(1) Phillips PH1 Screwdriver
(1) Getting Started QR Insert Card
(1) Support Manual for OWC Express 1M2 80G
2 Year Warranty
Specs
Drive Bays
1 bay supporting: M.2 SSDs
Supports double-sided and single-sided M.2 2242, M.2 2280 "M Key" drives
NVMe M.2 SSDs with a heatsink will not fit and are not supported.
Plug and Play
Yes
Storage Interface
M.2
Device Ports
(1) Host Port - USB4 (USB-C) up to 80Gb/s (10000MB/s)
Data Transfer Rate (Maximum)
USB4: Up to 80Gb/s (or 10000MB/s)
Benchmark Speed, Read (Max)
Up to 6362MB/s
Benchmark Speed, Write (Max)
Up to 5638MB/s