This OWC 8TB Thunderbolt 5 SSD Promises Desktop-Class Speeds

This OWC 8TB Thunderbolt 5 SSD promises desktop-class speeds

OWC introduces an 8TB Thunderbolt 5 SSD offering high transfer speeds, broad compatibility, rugged design claims, and pricing well above mainstream portable storage.

OWC Launches World's First 8TB Thunderbolt 5 Portable SSD

Other World Computing (OWC) unveiled the world's first Thunderbolt 5 8TB drive that is bus-powered, meaning it doesn't require a separate power adapter. The new 8TB version of the existing Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD breaks new ground and is designed for creatives on the go who require the ultimate external SSD performance.

OWC Displays Thunderbolt Product Lineup at CES 2026

At the start of CES 2026, OWC announced several new Thunderbolt 5 products, led by the Envoy Ultra, now available in an 8 TB capacity. The portable SSD delivers over 6,000 MB/s and is up to twice as fast as Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 solutions. It features a rugged, IP67-rated enclosure with shock, dust, and water resistance, plus a built-in Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) cable. The 8 TB model is priced at $1,699.99. OWC also updated its ThunderBlade X12 pro…

OWC launches stunning 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD

Other World Computing (OWC) has introduced an 8TB version of its Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD, expanding the range with what it says is the first bus-powered Thunderbolt 5 drive at this capacity. The new model joins the existing Envoy Ultra lineup and is aimed at users who need large, fast external storage without external power. The Envoy Ultra uses the Thunderbolt 5 interface and is designed to function as high-speed external storage for dema…

Other World Computing Introduces 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD

WOODSTOCK, Ill. (January 5, 2026) Other World Computing (OWC®), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business professionals to maximize performance, enhance reliability, and streamline workflows, today announced an 8TB version of its OWC Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD, making it the first and only Thunderbolt 5 drive of this it’s kind and capacity, in the world.   …