Introducing the LaCie Portable SSD with Thunderbolt 5 Technology
Reputable storage manufacturer LaCie has unveiled its latest portable storage solution at CES 2025, showcasing the Rugged SSD Pro5 equipped with Thunderbolt 5 technology.
This innovative drive comes in an eye-catching blue color and retains the well-known design by Neil Poulton. Its exterior features a robust silicone build prominently displaying the LaCie logo at its center.
The impressive LaCie Rugged SSD Pro5 is compatible with both iPad Pro and modern Macs.
Boasting exceptional read and write speeds empowered by Thunderbolt 5, this drive is capable of achieving up to 6700 MB/s in read speed and up to 5300 MB/s in write speed.
Moreover, this drive exhibits remarkable durability. It offers protection against drops from a height of up to three meters and features IP68-rated water and dust resistance, ensuring it can withstand dust intrusion and can be submerged underwater at depths of up to 1.5 meters for as long as half an hour without any damage.
Sustainability is a key aspect of this product; over 45% of materials used in crafting the Rugged SSD Pro5 are recycled, significantly reducing its environmental impact.
Available variants include orange, black, or blue colors.
Furthermore, this device remains compatible with previous iterations like Thunderbolt 4 as well as USB connections catering to hosts that support speeds of up to 10Gbps on Windows machines or Mac devices including iPad Pro configurations. With a generous five-year warranty included alongside data recovery services for unintentional data loss incidents provided by LaCie.
Currently available for purchase at $399 for the two-terabyte version while those seeking four terabytes will find it priced at $599.
