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Small silver rectangular metal SSD with magnetic rings attached

MAIWO

MAIWO M3 Magnetic Portable SSD 512GB Silver

SKU CH-50GS-N47ZM

Magnetic 512 GB portable SSD with USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds up to 2000 MB/s, weighs under 55 g and snaps onto surfaces via included metal rings

  • Total capacity512 GB
  • Product colorSilver

Capacity 512GB

  • Magnetic attachment keeps the drive secure on metal surfaces using included rings
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C delivers up to 2000 MB/s read and write speeds
  • Half a business-card footprint and under 55 g fits in any pocket
  • Plug-and-play on Windows, macOS, Android and Linux with no driver installation
  • Aluminium casing with shock-resistant design protects data during transport

What this drive is and who it suits

The MAIWO M3 is a new 512GB magnetic portable SSD finished in silver. It connects over a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C interface with read and write speeds up to 2000MB/s. The metal casing weighs less than 55g and measures roughly half a business card, making it pocketable for creators and professionals who need fast external storage on the move.

Who benefits and who should look elsewhere

The drive works plug-and-play with Windows, macOS, Android and Linux, so it suits photographers, videographers and mobile workers editing 4K ProRes footage on iPhone, MacBook Pro, Mac mini or PS5. The magnetic rings let you snap the drive to metal surfaces for quick access. Buyers who need more capacity than 512GB or who require a ruggedised IP-rated enclosure for extreme environments should consider other options.

Installation and common issues

Setup is driverless: plug the USB-C cable into a host device and the drive appears immediately. The magnetic attachment rings are included for surface mounting. The most common issue is reduced throughput when the drive is connected to older USB ports that cannot deliver the full Gen 2 bandwidth. Ensure the host port supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 to reach the advertised 2000MB/s speeds.

How it compares

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

Price $90.99
Cheaper than about 82% of the 410 comparable items (median $202.99).
Total capacity 512 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 311 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Price per TB $177.71 per TB
Pricier than about 67% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

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Total capacity512 GB
Product colorSilver

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Questions about this item

Does this drive require a USB-C port on the host device to reach its 2000MB/s speed?

Yes, the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C interface is needed for the advertised 2000MB/s read and write performance.

Will the magnetic attachment work with a standard MacBook Pro chassis without the supplied metal rings?

No, the magnetic snap feature requires the included metal rings to be attached to the target surface for a secure hold.

How can I verify the drive is delivering the stated 2000MB/s throughput after connecting it?

Run a benchmark tool such as CrystalDiskMark or Blackmagic Disk Speed Test and confirm sequential read and write results approach 2000MB/s.

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