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Red rectangular external SSD with dual USB-A and USB-C connectors visible

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Dual Portable SSD 512GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Red

SKU CH-2MGR-N81RE

Portable 512GB SSD with dual USB-A and USB-C cables, reaching 1050MB/s read and 950MB/s write over USB 3.2 Gen 2

  • Form FactorExternal SSD
  • Capacity512GB
  • Memory ComponentsmSATA
  • InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-A/C
  • ColorRed
  • Max Sequential ReadUp to 1050MB/s

Capacity 512GB

  • 1TB
  • 2TB
  • 512GB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Dual USB-A and USB-C cables included for immediate connection to any device
  • Metal casing protects the drive from everyday knocks and drops
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface enables up to 1050MB/s read speeds
  • Up to 950MB/s write speeds move large files quickly
  • Works with PC, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS and iPad without extra drivers

Dual connector portable SSD

This Kingston portable SSD delivers 512GB of storage in a durable metal casing with both USB Type-A and Type-C cables included. It connects to PCs, Macs, Linux, Android, iOS and iPad devices over a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface. Sequential reads reach up to 1050MB/s and writes up to 950MB/s for fast file transfers on the go.

Suits users needing cross-device compatibility

The drive is built for people who move large files between devices with different USB ports and want a single cable-free solution. It is not suited for buyers who require internal drive speeds or storage capacities larger than 512GB.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface with dual cables

The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connection and supplied Type-A and Type-C cables determine whether this drive matches your ports and performance needs. Verify that your host devices support this USB standard to achieve the stated transfer rates.

Highlights

  • Dual USB-A and USB-C cables included for immediate connection to any device
  • Metal casing protects the drive from everyday knocks and drops
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface enables up to 1050MB/s read speeds
  • Up to 950MB/s write speeds move large files quickly
  • Works with PC, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS and iPad without extra drivers

Specifications

BrandKingston
SeriesKingston Portable SSD
ModelKingston Dual Portable SSD
Part NumberSPSD/512GB
Form FactorExternal SSD
Capacity512GB
Memory ComponentsmSATA
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-A/C
ColorRed
Max Sequential ReadUp to 1050MB/s
Max Sequential WriteUp to 950MB/s
System RequirementsPC; Mac; Linux; Android; iOS; iPad, mac
Package ContentUSB Type-A cable, USB Type-C cable

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 512GB version of this Kingston Dual Portable SSD?

The 512GB model gives you half a terabyte of portable storage with up to 1050MB/s read and 950MB/s write over USB 3.2 Gen 2. It includes both USB-A and USB-C cables for broad device compatibility.

What do the 1050MB/s read and 950MB/s write figures mean in daily use?

Those are maximum sequential speeds over USB 3.2 Gen 2. Large file transfers such as video projects or backups will approach these rates, while mixed workloads and random access will be slower.

How does the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface with both USB-A and USB-C connectors affect performance?

The drive uses USB 3.2 Gen 2, capping at 10Gbps. With the included cables you can plug into USB-A or USB-C ports, but the speed limit remains the same regardless of connector type.

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