SK Hynix’s aluminum 2TB Beetle X31 portable SSD is back down to its lowest price at $150, 1TB at $65

Reg. $170/$150

Over at Amazon, you’ll find SK hynix’s official storefront offering its 2TB Beetle X31 portable SSD in Dark Grey colorway for $149.99 shipped. This version of the Beetle X31 was released late last year with a $170 price tag, joining the other two models in the lineup. It briefly dropped to $150 last month, and today’s deal brings that price back – giving you another chance to grab it at its lowest. You can also get the 1TB variant for $64.99 shipped, the lowest price we’ve tracked for it this year. Head below for more details.

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The SK Hynix Beetle X31 is an ultra-compact and lightweight SSD, weighing only 53 grams and measuring less than three inches in length. This 2TB variant of the drive hit the scene in December last year, and you can even get it with 512GB and 1TB storage. Regardless of the variant you pick, you get a unit with a stylish, curved aluminum design, and they all offer fast sequential read and write speeds of up to 1,050MB/s and come equipped with buffer DRAM for added performance stability. This SSD works seamlessly with Windows, macOS, and gaming consoles, and it comes with a transparent silicone case with two USB cables in the box.

Elsewhere in the world of SSDs, SanDisk has unleashed the “world’s fastest” WD_BLACK SN8100 Gen 5 NVMe drive starting at $180. You can snag it with or without a heatsink, and it can deliver speeds of up to 14,900MB/s.

SK Hynix Beetle X31 portable SSD features:

• BLAZING-FAST Data Speed: Supports a sequential read speed of up to 1,050MB/s equipped with DRAM
• DRAM Acceleration: DRAM(Dynamic Random-Access Memory) technology to Supercharge Data Transfer Speeds. Enjoy Lightning-Fast Read & Write speeds, making file transfers, video editing, and data access smoother than ever.
• COMPACT AND SLEEK DESIGN: Durable aluminum casing in dark grey that protects your data from everyday bumps and bruises. Its sleek design makes it the perfect companion for your laptop or tablet, effortlessly fitting into your pocket or bag.
• VERSATILE CONNECTIVITY for EVERY DEVICE: Compatible with Desktops, Laptops, Mac, Android, Tablets and Gaming consoles
• CONNECT with EASE: TWO types of CABLES are included for Multi-Device Compatibility(C-to-C and C-to-A)
• ACCIDENT-PROOF: Up to 2-meter drop protection and a provided case is an additional barrier of defense against dust and dirt.
• 3-YEAR Protection: SK hynix confidently stands behind the quality of our products