Would a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 drive offering 2 GB/s performance be sufficient for streaming portable games?
Would a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 drive offering 2 GB/s performance be sufficient for streaming portable games?
I was searching for thumb drives when I discovered these two options:
SD810 External SSD, USB Flash Drive
Experience rapid data transfers with the SD810 SSD. It supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 x2, reaching speeds of up to 2000 MB/s. Its aluminum construction provides stability and a compact design for convenient transport.
www.adata.com
https://www.kingston.com/en/ssd/xs2000-e...tate-drive
These items are labeled as EXTERNAL SSD, even though their casings resemble standard USB drives, just slightly larger. What caught my attention is that both models support read and write speeds of up to 2000 MB/s, which is remarkable for such a small device.
What does this actually mean in practice? Can I install some portable games onto them (not modern titles, but older ones) and play them without issues? Also, what are the concerns about temperature or long-term durability when handling such performance?
Have others tried similar setups? What were their experiences? Are these drives reliable enough for regular use?
Thank you ahead of time!
P.S.: I’m focusing on thumb drive dimensions, not standard 2.5-inch external SSDs.
These units likely have m.2 drives, which explains their performance. When connected via a USB 3 port on your PC, they should operate very efficiently, with wear and tear being minimal—though heat might be a concern. The main issue would be data transfer rates rather than processing power. Whether a game runs smoothly mainly depends on the game itself; high-resolution textures can cause noticeable popping or stutters, while standard games should perform adequately. Many older titles were built for direct disc loading on consoles, so they don’t require fast transfer speeds.
That's correct, I just checked and discovered the speeds are quite different—CDs move between 1 and 8 MB/s, while DVDs are around 10-25 MB/s. That’s a big difference in performance compared to what these drives normally handle. So in theory everything should work fine, which is encouraging!