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Other World Computing Announces Express 1M2 80-GB Portable SSD
19 August 2025
Other World Computing has announced its Express 1M2 80-GB/s as "an evolutionary leap forward in portable SSD performance for creators in the field, mobile performance enthusiasts and gamers."
"This is more than just an update -- it's a next-gen tool for anyone who refuses to settle for slow," said Larry O'Connor, founder and CEO of Other World Computing. "From on-the-go creatives, to tech-savvy DIYers, to portable gaming pros -- we built the Express 1M2 80-GB to deliver unmatched performance, flexibility and reliability."
A solid aluminum, finned design promotes silent, throttle-free heat dissipation to support peak speeds over 6000-MB/s in a palm-sized, fanless enclosure with Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 5 or USB4 connectivity.
PRICE, AVAILABILITY
The OWC Express 1M2 80-GB is now available through OWC.com and amazon.com. The enclosure alone is $219, with options for a 1-TB drive at $349, 2-TB at $499, 4-TB at $699 and 8-TB at $1,299.
Other World Computing Launches OWC Express 1M2 80-GB Portable SSD
Next Level USB4 80Gb/s Speed for Creators in the Field, Mobile Performance Enthusiasts and Gamers -- Build Your Own or Choose Ready-To-Run Solutions
WOODSTOCK, Ill.-- Other World Computing has announced the OWC Express 1M2 80-GB as an evolutionary leap forward in portable SSD performance for creators in the field, mobile performance enthusiasts and gamers. With over 6000-MB/s real-world peak speeds, it is Thunderbolt 5 compatible and delivered in a palm-sized, fanless form factor.
The OWC Express 1M2 80-GB offers users the choice between DIY "build your own" and ready-to-run solutions, both of which are easily upgradable to higher capacities and compatible with Macs, PCs, iPad Pro, Chromebooks and Surface devices featuring Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 5 or USB4 connectivity. A solid aluminum, heatsink-like finned design ensures silent, throttle-free heat dissipation to support real-world peak speeds over 6000-MB/s. The OWC Express 1M2 80-GB is available as a 0-GB enclosure and in capacities up to 8TB.
"This is more than just an update -- it's a next-gen tool for anyone who refuses to settle for slow," said Larry O'Connor, Founder and CEO, Other World Computing. "From on-the-go creatives, to tech-savvy DIYers, to portable gaming pros -- we built the Express 1M2 80-GB to deliver unmatched performance, flexibility and reliability."
The OWC Express 1M2 80-GB is:
- Supremely Fast -- Over 6000-MB/s peak real-world speed
- Widely Compatible -- Works with Macs, PCs, iPad Pros, Chromebooks and Surface devices equipped with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4 or USB4. Also works with Thunderbolt 3 Macs
- Exceptionally Flexible -- Choose DIY "build your own" or up to 8TB ready-to-run solutions, with both being easily future upgradeable with a faster, higher capacity 2280 or 2242 NVMe M.2 SSD
- Innovatively Cool -- Patent-pending heat-dissipating design offers rugged protection of your SSD while silently keeping the 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
The OWC Express 1M2 80-GB is now generally available through OWC.com and Amazon.com and priced as follows:
- Enclosure -- $219
- 1TB -- $349
- 2TB -- $499
- 4TB -- $699
- 8TB -- $1,299