Vantec NexStar 2.5" SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Review 0

Vantec NexStar 2.5" SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Review

Value and Conclusion

  • The Vantec Nexstar 3 SuperSpeed 2.5 inch enclosure will set you back around 32.99 US Dollars - a 10 US Dollar price premium over USB 2.0 units.
  • Noticeable performance increase over USB 2.0
  • Excellent USB 2.0 performance - both read and write
  • Compact, stackable design
  • Functional pouch included
  • Dual header cable
  • Priced adequately for a USB 3.0 enclosure
  • Great interface if you want to use 2.5 inch SSDs
  • Traditional drives cannot push the performance limit of USB 3.0
  • Gets warm during use
  • Priced higher than eSATA enclosures
The Vantec NexStar 3 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 2.5" enclosure is a great little unit and delivers on all its promises in every regard. You should be aware of the fact, that a traditional 2.5 inch hard drive will not even get close to the maximum possible with the new USB standard, so for those who want to go all out, putting an SSD in there is the only way to go - which is rather inefficient as far as the price is concerned. That said, you will see benefits beyond what USB 2.0 is capable of. Those who want to grab an enclosure which will be able to tickle the most out of any 2.5 inch drive - no matter if traditional or SSD - can grab the Vantec NexStar SuperSpeed USB 3.0 2.5" enclosure without any reservations.
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