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The ORICO X50 is a Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD delivering superior bandwidth over standard USB drives. It offers diskless and preconfigured models (512GB/1TB/2TB/4TB), serving as a ready-to-use SSD or user-upgradable enclosure. Targeting video editors, photographers and workstation users, it handles large file transfers, high-speed backups and heavy workloads. Measuring 110 × 60 × 18.7mm, this compact yet performance-oriented external SSD prioritizes sustained performance.
ORICO lists sequential speeds up to 6000 MB/s read and 5800 MB/s write, limited by host connectivity; older TB3/TB4/USB4 devices cap bandwidth. Equipped with a fanless 4-layer passive cooling system and CNC aluminum shell, it supports M.2 NVMe 2280 SSDs. Built for intensive media tasks, active project storage and frequent backups, it outperforms conventional portable USB SSDs. The diskless model retails at $199.99 with a 3-year limited warranty.
ORICO X50 – Specifications
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Value
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Product Name/Model
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ORICO X50 (ORICO-X50)
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Color/Material
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Silver, Aluminum Alloy
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Dimensions
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110*60*18.7mm
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Interface
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Thunderbolt 5
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Theoretical Speed
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6000MB/s Read, 5800MB/s Write
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Accessories
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0.5m 80G C2C cable, tools, thermal pads
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Capacity Options
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Diskless / 512GB~4TB
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OS Compatibility
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Windows / Mac / Linux
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ORICO X50 – Design and Build
Thicker than slim pocket-sized SSDs, its rugged aluminum chassis features rounded corners and a perforated top panel for heat dissipation. The minimalist exterior has a front-mounted Thunderbolt 5 port plus an activity LED. The ribbed bottom, thermal silicone pads and cooling film mitigate thermal throttling under heavy loads. Easy disassembly allows simple SSD installation, with bundled tools for user upgrades. Its premium build distinguishes it from mainstream consumer portable drives.
ORICO X50 – Performance
Testing was conducted on a Dell Pro Max 14 with an installed 2TB Samsung 990 Pro SSD.
Blackmagic Diskspeed Test
Tailored for video workloads, the test returned 3,824.6 MB/s write and 2,568.1 MB/s read speed. While below theoretical peaks, its write performance excels for professional media workflows, far exceeding standard USB portable SSDs.
IOMeter
IOMeter tested sequential and random performance under 1-queue and 2-queue workloads:
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IOMeter (1 queue)
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ORICO X50
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Seq 2MB Read
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1,550.1 MB/s
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Seq 2MB Write
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1,513.0 MB/s
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Random 2MB Read
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1,803.4 MB/s
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Random 2MB Write
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1,394.0 MB/s
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Random 4K Read/Write
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3,522 / 12,344 IOPS
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IOMeter (2 queue)
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ORICO X50
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Seq 2MB Read
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5,934.9MB/s
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Seq 2MB Write
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5,354.8MB/s
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Random 2MB Read/Write
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5,464.5 / 1,577.2 MB/s
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Random 4K Read/Write
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15,908 / 87,279 IOPS
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Higher queue depth brought sequential speeds close to official ratings, showing excellent scalability for demanding tasks.
PCMark 10
The real-world usage test scored 3,503, with 514.94 MB/s bandwidth and 44ms average access time. Optimized for daily mixed workloads including project files, games and media assets, it delivers reliable everyday external storage performance.
Conclusion
The ORICO X50 is a high-end Thunderbolt 5 external SSD built for professional heavy workloads. Its aluminum thermal design and user-upgradable layout differentiate it from casual portable drives. Paired with Samsung 990 Pro, it achieved 3,824.6 MB/s write speed and a peak sequential read of 5,934.9 MB/s. Best suited for active project storage rather than cold backups, its performance depends on the installed SSD and host hardware. Priced at $199.99 for the diskless version, it offers fair value for early TB5 hardware; the $329.99 1TB model is premium yet justified by unmatched high-speed throughput over standard USB SSDs.
Beijing Qianxing Jietong Technology Co., Ltd.
Sandy Yang/Global Strategy Director
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Email: yangyd@qianxingdata.com
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Sandy Yang/Global Strategy Director
WhatsApp / WeChat: +86 13426366826
Email: yangyd@qianxingdata.com
Website: www.qianxingdata.com/www.storagesserver.com
Business Focus:
ICT Product Distribution/System Integration & Services/Infrastructure Solutions
With 20+ years of IT distribution experience, we partner with leading global brands to deliver reliable products and professional services.
“Using Technology to Build an Intelligent World”Your Trusted ICT Product Service Provider!