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White credit-card-sized portable SSD with USB-C port, 25g

DATO

DATO ARES Torch 2TB portable SSD 1050/1000MB/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 White 25g

SKU CH-M1EB-NCZV8

A 2 TB portable SSD with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 speeds up to 1050 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write, weighing 25 g with thermal throttling protection

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 1,050 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 1,000 MB/s
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2 × 2
  • Form factorPortable
  • Product depth1.1 cm

Capacity 2TB

  • Up to 1050 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write for rapid transfers
  • Weighs 25 grams and measures 4.6 by 7.6 by 1.1 cm for pocket carry
  • Built-in thermal sensing and throttling keeps performance steady under load
  • OTG support enables direct backup from Type-C phones and tablets
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C to Type-A cable included in the box

What it is and who it is for

The DATO ARES Torch is a 2TB portable solid-state drive with a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C interface. It delivers sequential reads up to 1050 MB/s and writes up to 1000 MB/s. The drive weighs 25 grams and measures 4.6 by 7.6 by 1.1 centimetres. It suits users who need fast, pocketable storage for large media libraries or system backups. Buyers who want more storage than 2TB should look elsewhere.

Installation and common issues

Connect the supplied 10Gb/s Type-C to Type-A cable to a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port for rated performance. Using a slower port reduces throughput. The drive supports OTG transfer with Type-C devices such as iPad, iPhone 15 and Android smartphones. Thermal throttling protection manages heat automatically during sustained workloads. Ensure the host device supplies adequate bus power for stable operation.

The spec that decides fit

The USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface is the single specification that determines whether this drive matches your hardware. Your host must provide a 20Gbps Type-C port to reach the advertised 1050/1000 MB/s speeds. On USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 or USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports the drive will operate at the lower link rate. Verify your port generation before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Portable USB SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $235.99
Pricier than about 59% of the 410 comparable items (median $202.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 311 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 1,050 MB/s
Typical for this category: the median of 166 items is 1,050 MB/s.
Price per TB $118.00 per TB
Cheaper than about 65% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDATO
Product lineARES Torch
Model nameARES Torch
Part numberARSTH-2 TB
Total capacity2 TB
Product colorWhite
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 1,050 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 1,000 MB/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2 × 2
Size & build
Form factorPortable
Overall width4.6 cm
Product depth1.1 cm
Overall height7.6 cm
Product weight25 g
In the box
Included items10Gb/s Type C to A cable

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Questions about this item

How can I confirm the ARES Torch 2TB is delivering its 1050 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write speeds after I plug it in?

Run a benchmark tool such as CrystalDiskMark on a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port; sustained sequential results near 1050 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write indicate the drive is performing as specified.

What ships with the ARES Torch 2TB and what must I provide myself?

The box contains the 2TB SSD and a 10 Gb/s USB Type-C to Type-A cable; you only need a host device with a USB Type-C or Type-A port.

Which capacity in the ARES Torch line should I choose if I need 2TB of storage?

Select the 2TB model (part number ARSTH-2TB); the series also offers 500GB, 1TB and 4TB versions if your capacity needs differ.

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