zoom_in Click to enlarge

OWC Envoy Pro (Thunderbolt)

▲ ▼

description OWC Envoy Pro (Thunderbolt) Overview

This specific iteration emphasizes the full Thunderbolt capability, making it the ultimate choice for users whose primary bottleneck is data transfer speed when connecting to high-end workstations. It offers the highest potential bandwidth, making it superior for multi-stream 8K video editing pipelines where every megabit counts. It is the performance ceiling for portable SSDs.

help OWC Envoy Pro (Thunderbolt) FAQ

What is the read and write speed of the OWC Envoy Pro Thunderbolt SSD?

The Thunderbolt iteration of the OWC Envoy Pro utilizes the full 40Gbps bandwidth to achieve sustained read and write speeds well over 2000 MB/s. This immense data transfer rate makes it highly superior for demanding tasks like multi-stream 8K video editing. It drastically reduces the bottleneck when connecting to high-end Mac workstations.

Is the OWC Envoy Pro Thunderbolt compatible with standard USB-C ports?

While it uses the physical USB-C connector, the Envoy Pro requires a true Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 port to achieve its maximum advertised speeds. If you plug it into a standard 10Gbps USB-C port, it will still function but at a significantly reduced speed. It is fully backward compatible with Thunderbolt-enabled Macs and PCs.

Can I use the OWC Envoy Pro to boot a macOS operating system?

Yes, the high-speed Thunderbolt connection makes the OWC Envoy Pro an excellent drive for booting macOS or Windows directly. Because of the 40Gbps bandwidth, the external drive will boot the operating system and load applications nearly as fast as an internal SSD. This is a popular workflow for video editors needing portable, bootable operating systems.

Does the OWC Envoy Pro require an external power adapter?

No, the OWC Envoy Pro is completely bus-powered, drawing all its necessary electrical power directly from the Thunderbolt cable. There is no bulky power brick required, which reinforces its status as a highly portable storage solution. This makes it incredibly convenient for on-the-go professionals working in the field.

swap_horiz

Looking for OWC Envoy Pro (Thunderbolt) alternatives? Compare top competitors ranked & scored

arrow_forward