ProGrade is entering the SSD storage market with a new high-performance hard drive boasting transfer speeds of up to 2.5 GB/second and storage capacities of up to 8 TB.
The PG10 Pro will be based on the latest USB4 specification, providing read/write speeds of up to 2,500 MB/second, making it suitable for use with the latest high-end cinema cameras.
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Wes Brewer, founder of ProGrade Digital, stated, “We have recognized for years that there is an opportunity to expand further into the professional workflow with a high-capacity, high-performance SSD.
We were waiting for just the right time to enter with a truly new and defining product that offers unique features and value.
Our introduction of capacity points from 2 TB to 8 TB, and a USB4/Thunderbolt 4 interface, allows us to provide industry-leading sustained performance and reliability for professionals that have traditionally had to settle for much slower and less reliable solutions.”
The PG10 will be available in capacities starting at 2 TB and going up to 8 TB. It will utilize USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 for maximum transfer speeds of up to 2,500 MB/s, with a minimum sustainable write speed of 1,500 MB/s for the 2 TB model and 2,000 MB/s for the 4 TB and 8 TB models.
The PG10 will also be backward compatible, allowing users with older USB 3 or USB-C architectures to use the drives at the maximum speeds available for those specifications.
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Additional features include:
A patent-pending power sensing circuit and LED to inform users if the host computer is not supporting the recommended 15W of power
Uniquely designed dual heat sink internal structure for optimal cooling performance with no thermal throttling
High-quality hard-shell carrying case included at no extra cost
Refresh Pro™ enabled
USB4-certified high-speed cable included
3-year warranty
X-ray-proof and shock-proof
Furthermore, the PG10 will feature a magnetic base and adhesive metal plate, allowing users to securely mount the SSD anywhere on their camera rig or desktop with ease.
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Pricing and availability:
The ProGrade PG10 is available for pre-order now, with prices starting at $399 for the 2 TB model, $799 for the 4 TB model, and $1,299 for the 8 TB model.
Additionally, the 8 TB model will only be available in either Windows-only or Mac-only options, while the lower-capacity models are OS-agnostic.
B&H lists the 8 TB model at $1,299, while ProGrade lists it at $1,399. Shipping is expected to begin in late October or early November, just in time for the holidays.
[source: ProGrade Digital]
Order Links:
ProGrade Digital 2TB PG10 USB4 External SSD (B&H)
ProGrade Digital 4TB PG10 USB4 External SSD (B&H)
ProGrade Digital 8TB PG10 USB4 External SSD, Windows Only (B&H)
ProGrade Digital 8TB PG10 USB4 External SSD, Mac Only (B&H)
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