The Cable Matters USB4 NVMe Enclosure is a high-speed external SSD case that supports USB4 and Thunderbolt 4. With transfer speeds up to 40Gbps, it lets you turn an NVMe PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD into a portable external drive.
Key Features
- USB4 / Thunderbolt 4 support with up to 40Gbps transfer rate
- Compatible with M.2 2280 NVMe SSDs (PCIe 4.0 x4)
- Aluminum housing for efficient heat dissipation during extended use
- Plug-and-play, no driver installation required
- USB Type-C connector with backward compatibility to USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 and Gen 2
Compatibility Guide
This enclosure achieves maximum performance when connected to a USB4 or Thunderbolt 4 port on a PC or Mac. It also works with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (20Gbps) and Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports, but speeds will be limited by the interface. Only NVMe M.2 2280 SSDs are supported; SATA M.2 SSDs are not compatible. PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs will work but performance will depend on the SSD's capabilities.
Ideal Use Cases
- Creators: Fast transfer and editing of large video files and RAW photos
- Gamers: Use as an external game drive to reduce load times
- Laptop users: Add high-speed storage without opening the device
- Backup: Perfect for Time Machine or file history backups
Upgrade Considerations
This is an enclosure only; you need to purchase an NVMe SSD separately. Older PCs without USB4 support will not reach 40Gbps speeds. For full performance, use with a Thunderbolt 4 compatible Mac or Windows PC. The aluminum body helps with heat dissipation, but the case may become warm during sustained writes.