--- product_id: 164674694 title: "Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200" brand: "emtec" price: "Β£63.06" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/164674694-emtec-x200-power-plus-512gb-msata-portable-solid-state-drive store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 5 Gbps Speed 512GB Storage Shock Resistant Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200 **Brand:** emtec **Price:** Β£63.06 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Elevate Your Data Game! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200 by emtec - **How much does it cost?** Β£63.06 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/164674694-emtec-x200-power-plus-512gb-msata-portable-solid-state-drive) ## Best For - emtec enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted emtec brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Last:** Shock and vibration resistant design ensures your data is safe, no matter the adventure. - β€’ **Compact & Stylish:** Sleek design that fits easily in your bag, making it a must-have for the modern professional. - β€’ **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with both Mac and Windows systems for ultimate versatility. - β€’ **Massive Storage in Your Pocket:** Carry 512GB of data wherever you go, perfect for professionals on the move. - β€’ **Unleash Lightning-Fast Transfers:** Experience data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps with USB-C 3.1 Gen 1. ## Overview The Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable SSD combines cutting-edge USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 technology with a robust, shock-resistant design, offering high-speed data transfer and massive storage capacity in a compact form factor, compatible with both Mac and Windows systems. ## Description Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200 ## Features - Interface USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) - USB 3.1 compatible (USB-C to USB-A cable included) - Enjoy the speed, reliability and efficiency of the new generation of 3D NAND - Compatible Mac and Windows - Shock and vibration resistant, and compact design ## Images ![Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/W/IMAGERENDERING_521856-T1/images/I/81kCFrhnPTL.jpg) ![Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/W/IMAGERENDERING_521856-T1/images/I/71U+UCvsiGL.jpg) ![Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/W/IMAGERENDERING_521856-T1/images/I/718j9eoXFbL.jpg) ![Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/W/IMAGERENDERING_521856-T1/images/I/71JmKyd-GqL.jpg) ![Emtec X200 Power Plus 512GB mSATA Portable Solid State Drive (SSD) - ECSSD512GX200 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/W/IMAGERENDERING_521856-T1/images/I/81AVlTBwyCL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Solid Contender *by R***V on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on November 18, 2019* While the SSD space is dominated by big players like Samsung, Western Digital (via SanDisk acquisition) and Kingston, one really needs to look closely if seeking out other lesser known players who provide a good value for money. Emtec - a company that has better brand recognition in Europe - shines out.Pros:- Full 512GB (not 480GB or 500GB)- USB-C interface - makes it useful for both Mac and Windows machines.- Really compact in size (see pictures)- Uses SanDisk 3D Nand Flash (yes, I couldn't help myself opening the unit!)- Uses Silicon Motion's SM2258XT - a reputed and leading brand in NAND flash controllers for SSD - used by the likes of Crucial and other well known OEMs.- Uses JMicron's (another well known Taiwanese silicon company) USB 3.1gen1 to SATA 6Gb/s Bridge- Better than average transfer rates!- Priced right!Cons:- LED placement looks out of place (at the bottom)- Comes pre-formatted with NTFS - not the first choice for Mac machines- No lanyard, keychain hook (tiny things are better secured that way!)- The red band looks like a cheap alternative to cable strap - doesn't really add to the looks or utility!My initial impression is that this is going to be a keeper - particularly after knowing what makes the heart of this SSD. This is going to replace or augment my much beloved Samsung 128GB (Metal bar) USB 3.0 flash drive (MUF-128BA/AM) without me being worried about data loss or sudden failures (which are very common among lesser known brands). Based on my personal experience, I would choose "Made in Taiwan" stuff over where most of electronics is being made anyday and this little fella is from Taiwan.So far so good... I will update my review if there's anything new to report (or if I figure out a better use for the red band). ### ⭐⭐⭐ Good for Nintendo Wii U but device gets too hot in general *by B***Y on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on January 21, 2021* Pros:-Good for use on the Nintendo Wii U game console. A single USB connection to the Wii U suffices to power this drive and the USB 2.0 connection is maxed out by the SSD speedCons:-Doesn't reach anywhere near advertised write speeds-Gets hot to the touch with heavy use; poor heat dissipationMore details:The capacity of 238 GiB seems correct. I successfully filled up the drive with files and read them back without an error.The advertised read speeds of 450 MB/s are accurate. But, I'm getting nowhere near the advertised 420 MB/s write speed. I see closer to 120MB/s using CrystalDiskMark benchmark software, similar to another Amazon reviewer's screenshot.Real-world write speeds seem worse. In Windows 10, copying large files maxed out at 100 MB/s and after a few seconds drops to 66-70 MB/s and stays there (this might be related to the source drive where I'm copying them, however).The device gets hot to the touch after reading or writing a few GB, and I can feel that all the heat is concentrated in about one third of the drive near where the USB cable plugs in. It also takes a very long time (several minutes) for the heat to dissipate. Can't they put some aluminum in to distribute the heat better? This heat can't be good for the SSD. Also, the temperature values reported in SMART (seen with CrystalDiskInfo) don't vary even when the device feels very hot, so they seem to be bogus. Can the device even throttle properly when it gets too hot?Because of the heat, I wouldn't use this device for any heavy duty use, but I'm going to use it on my Wii U which has only a slow, USB 2.0 connection. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Read speeds are great, but write speed quickly drop off a cliff *by A***N on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on January 4, 2022* The first thing I did when I got this external SSD was to run a disk speed check. Initially I was quite excited I was getting right around 300 MB/s write speeds and close to 350 MB/s read speeds. While the read speeds were slower than advertised (450 MB/s), 350 MB/s is still pretty good. Unfortunately, after a couple of minutes, the write speeds feel off a cliff, dropping down to just above 100 MB/s. 100 MB/s is certainly better than your standard thumb drive, for a dedicated external SSD, 100 MB/s is abysmal.In addition, the case is made from what feels like very cheap plastic, which may be a culprit when it comes to write speeds. I could feel the case heating up during the speed tests, and my guess is that because the case is plastic, the heat couldn't really escape, thus causing the SSD to throttle down.With all that being said, $38 for a 256GB SSD is a pretty good price, and if you're not too concerned about write speeds, this isn't a bad option. Alas, if you're planning on using it for more than just archival storage, the write speeds are going to quickly become a hinderance. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/164674694-emtec-x200-power-plus-512gb-msata-portable-solid-state-drive](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/164674694-emtec-x200-power-plus-512gb-msata-portable-solid-state-drive) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*