- Terramaster D4 SSD packages Massive storage and extreme data transfer speed up to 40 Gbps
- Designed for silence, this SSD remains whispering even when it is under full creative workflow load
- With USB4 and NVME Support, it competes internal stock in speed and reliability
Terramaster has introduced D4 SSD, a 4-bay directly connected to storage (DAS) device that promises to combine ultra-fast speeds with a portable design.
D4, which is built to accommodate up to four M.2 NVME drive, supports a maximum capacity of 32TB, up to 40 Gbps data transfer band width and read/write speed up to 3224MB/s when configured as RAID 0 via macOS disk tool.
However, it only achieves this under ideal conditions with top-tier drives like Samsung 990 Pro. In single disk operations, read speeds that are tapered to approx. 1608 MB/s, which is more in line with what many expect from advanced external drives.
D4 SSD is hardly bigger than an Apple Mac Mini, but it houses four high -performance SSDs.
Its compact design together with an active convection cooling system with another generation of temperature controlled fan and four internal heat sensors ensures stable performance under heavy workloads.
Noise levels drop to 19DB in idle mode and keep it almost silent, which is important for sound -sensitive environments such as editing suites.
Its compatibility with 12-20V input adapters allows it to share effect stones with ordinary laptops and screens, reducing the need for extra accessories during the journey.
Terramaster’s decision to support USB 4 means broad compatibility over Thunderbolt and Legacy USB protocols.
It says this device is optimized for media professionals and aims to match the performance of internal NVME storage, whether in 8K recording editing or extension of a macOS boot drive.
It also supports automatic backup tools for Windows and Mobile Platforms and integrates seamlessly with MacOS Time Machine.
This level of flexibility may give it an edge over the best portable hard disk options, but only for those who need such an advanced flow.
While the D4 SSD presents an appealing profile to its intended audience, it is not the only compact device with a high stock potential.
For example, GMKTEC NUCBOX G9 Mini PC functions as a complete NAS system at a lower price.
While it cannot reach the nearly 40 Gbps speeds in D4, and it is also not a DAS, it includes wider capabilities such as networking, electricity calculation and a more integrated interface for homemade labs or small businesses.
D4 SSD extends over the line between advanced convenience and niche overkill. It may be the best external SSD for professionals who need quick, reliable and compact storage, but several relaxed users or those on tighter budgets can consider alternatives.
This device is available on Terramaster Official Website and Amazon for $ 299.99.
