Is it possible to reach USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (20 Gbps) speed on external USB SSD connected to Mac though USB or Thunderbolt ports? That would mean 2,000 MB/s. For instance, using this SSD:
Kingston XS2000 1TB Portable SSD Review – SMI’s Newest SM2320 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Portable SSD Controller Shines
https://www.thessdreview.com/hardware/portable-ssds/kingston-xs2000-1tb-portable-ssd-review
According to Kingston:
https://www.kingston.com/usb-flash-drives/usb-30
You'll need a usb-c (or TB 3) at least capable Mac:
If I don' t misunderstand any Mac with Thunderbolt 3, as listed in the second link
As far as I can read on the web only usb4/tb4. Therefore m1 macs.
As an aside: M1 Macs will be slower than Intel Mac ports using USB 3.2 gen2 drives. That is why I only use TB3 NVME drives in the proper enclosure.
I wonder if it is possible with the new MacBook Pro models announced today with M1 Pro and M1 Max chips. Someone knows?
Is it possible to reach USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (20 Gbps) speed on external USB SSD connected to Mac?
