OWC Envoy Pro EXSSD

Yes, the OWC Envoy Pro EX SSD is specifically optimized for the Apple ecosystem and works flawlessly with Apple Silicon Macs like the M1 and M2 models. OWC is famous for its deep Mac testing, ensuring plug-and-play functionality without needing drivers. It is formatted appropriately out of the box for immediate use on macOS.

Depending on the specific generation, the Thunderbolt-enabled OWC Envoy Pro EX SSD can deliver sustained real-world transfer speeds up to 2800 MB/s. This incredible speed allows for the direct editing of raw 4K video files directly from the external drive. The Thunderbolt protocol ensures the drive maintains these speeds better than standard USB-C drives.

Yes, the Envoy Pro EX SSD features a sleek but highly durable aluminum enclosure that shields the internal drive from everyday impacts. Unlike traditional spinning hard drives, the solid-state architecture makes it highly resistant to data loss from drops or vibrations. It is designed for working professionals who need to throw a drive in their laptop bag.

While OWC optimizes its drives for Macs, the Envoy Pro EX SSD will work on a Windows PC provided the machine has a compatible Thunderbolt port. However, you may need to reformat the drive to NTFS or exFAT, as it typically comes pre-formatted for Apple's APFS file system. OWC provides instructions for formatting across both operating systems.