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DATO 1TB Portable SSD, ARES Torch External SSD

DATO 1TB Portable SSD, ARES Torch External SSD

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$165.99at NeweggChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $165.99 at Newegg on Nov 9.

Our take on the DATO 1TB Portable SSD, ARES Torch External SSD

The DATO ARES Torch is a 1TB external SSD that connects over USB-C at USB 3.2 Gen 2 speed, so it moves large files several times faster than a spinning portable hard drive. It is a small, bus-powered drive aimed at people carrying big photo, video or game libraries between laptops and desktops. Against better-known portable SSDs it trades brand recognition and extras like hardware encryption or bundled software for a straightforward plug-and-play design. DATO is a small brand, so long-term support and warranty service are less proven than with Samsung, SanDisk or Crucial.

Best forVideo editors moving large footage between machinesPhotographers backing up RAW files on locationConsole or PC gamers storing game librariesLaptop users who want fast, pocketable extra storage
Pros
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 gives fast sequential reads and writes over USB-C
  • 1TB capacity holds large project and game libraries
  • Bus-powered, so no separate power adapter
  • Small enough to carry in a pocket or camera bag
  • Works with Windows, macOS and USB-C consoles without setup
Cons
  • DATO is a little-known brand with limited track record on support
  • No listed hardware encryption or bundled backup software
  • Sustained write speed can drop once the drive's cache fills
  • USB-C cable quality and host port decide real-world speed

DATO 1TB Portable SSD, ARES Torch External SSD prices at every store

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DATO 1TB Portable SSD, ARES Torch External SSD price history

Lowest price we've seen: $165.99 on Nov 9 at Newegg. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

Specifications

Type
SSDSource
Placement
ExternalSource
Size (GB)
1000Source
External Connection
USB-CSource
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 2Source

Questions and answers

Is USB 3.2 Gen 2 fast enough for video editing?
Yes for most 4K editing. Gen 2 tops out at 10 Gbps, which is plenty for direct editing of 4K footage and for fast transfers of large project folders. 8K or multi-stream work is better on a Thunderbolt drive.
Does it work with a PS5 or Xbox?
It can store and play backward-compatible PS4 and Xbox One games from the drive. Next-gen games built for the internal SSD generally must run from internal storage.
Does it need a power adapter?
No. It draws power over the USB-C cable from your laptop, phone or console.
Is it compatible with Mac and iPhone?
It works with modern Macs over USB-C. It may need reformatting to APFS or exFAT for full Mac use, and iPhone 15 and later can use it over USB-C for file transfer and ProRes recording.
How does it compare with a Samsung T7 or SanDisk Extreme?
Speeds are in the same Gen 2 class. The Samsung and SanDisk drives add proven support, hardware encryption and bundled software; the DATO competes on capacity for the money.
What comes in the box?
The drive and a USB-C cable. Check the listing for cable length and whether a USB-A adapter is included.
Where is the DATO 1TB Portable SSD, ARES Torch External SSD cheapest?
At Newegg, for $165.99, as of our latest check.

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