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OWC Aura Pro IV
1TBSATA SSDM.2 2242PCIe Gen 4
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Full Specifications
Performance, endurance, NAND architecture, thermals, and compatibility.
TypeSATA SSD
Capacity1 TB
Form FactorM.2 2242
InterfaceM.2 PCIe 4.0 X4
PCIePCIe 4.0 x4
NVMeYes
About This Product
The OWC Aura Pro IV is a 1TB M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD. Its compact M.2 2242 form factor is suitable for devices with limited space, such as some laptops or mini PCs. While it offers PCIe Gen 4 speeds, its performance may be limited by its smaller form factor compared to M.2 2280 drives in the same price range, which often feature more advanced controllers and NAND configurations.
Pros
- Compact M.2 2242 form factor
- PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface
- 1TB capacity for storage
- Suitable for space-constrained devices
Cons
- Performance may be limited by form factor
- Potentially higher cost per GB than 2280 drives
