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Corsair EX100U vs OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB

Compare Corsair EX100U and OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB side by side. Both are 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 external SSDs, but they differ in speed, design, and value. Here's how they stack up.

Corsair

Corsair EX100U
8.2/10

High-performance external SSD with USB-C connectivity, ideal for gaming and content creation.

Good 1600MB/s read speeds
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface
Attractive design
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Our Pick

OWC

OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB
8.8/10

The 2TB Envoy Pro FX keeps the same small unibody of the 1TB but scales the die stack. The sustained write behavior on the 2TB stays pegged at 2800 MB/s well past 500GB on a Thunderbolt 3 host.

Thunderbolt 3 2800/2800 MB/s
Sustained writes hold past 500GB on 2TB
Aluminum unibody
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Spec Comparison

Spec
Corsair EX100U
OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB
Read Speed
1.6 GB/s
2.8 GB/s ✓
Write Speed
1.5 GB/s
2.8 GB/s ✓
Capacity
2 TB ✓
2 TB
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
Thunderbolt 3
Endurance (TBW)
900 TB
1,200 TB ✓
Warranty
3 Years
3 Years
Score
8.2/10
8.8/10 ✓
Total Wins
1 win
4 wins

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Corsair EX100U or OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB?
The OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB scores 8.8/10 compared to 8.2/10 for the Corsair EX100U. Our expert analysis favors the OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB for its superior speed.
What's the difference between Corsair EX100U and OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB?
The key differences: The Corsair EX100U offers 1,600 MB/s reads vs 2,800 MB/s for the OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB. Capacity options differ: Corsair EX100U is 2TB while OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB is 2TB. The Corsair EX100U uses USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 while the OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB uses Thunderbolt 3.
Which is faster, Corsair EX100U or OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB?
The OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB is faster with 2,800 MB/s read speeds compared to 1,600 MB/s for the Corsair EX100U. That's a 75% speed advantage.
Which has better value, Corsair EX100U or OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB?
The OWC Envoy Pro FX 2TB scores higher (8.8 vs 8.2/10), indicating better overall value in our evaluation. Check both models on the retailer's site for the latest details.

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