Orico G201 1TB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Silver

Orico G201 1TB portable SSD

The Orico G201 is a 1TB portable solid-state drive with a dual USB-C and USB-A connector that rotates 360 degrees and locks at 90 degrees. It weighs 0.08kg and is built from zinc alloy for durability. Sequential read speeds reach 1073MB/s and writes reach 963MB/s, making it suitable for photographers, videographers and professionals who move large files between laptops, tablets and phones. The drive is new and X-ray proof for travel security.

USB 3.0 interface limits real-world throughput

Although the supplier title mentions USB 3.2 Gen 2, the specifications list USB 3.0, which caps the theoretical maximum at 5Gbps. In practice this means sustained transfers will fall well below the advertised 1050MB/s peak, especially when writing many small files or when the host port shares bandwidth with other devices. The drive will still be much faster than mechanical disks, but buyers should not expect the headline numbers on every system.

Rotating dual connector eases plug-in but can snag

The 360-degree rotating arm with a 90-degree click-stop lets the drive fit tight ports and sit flat beside a device, reducing cable strain. No driver installation is required on modern operating systems. The moving joint adds a mechanical part that can collect dust or loosen over time if forced past its stops, and the metal casing can become warm during long write sessions.