USB4 is gaining ground as an equally fast alternative to the expensive Thunderbolt, especially in notebooks. However, the range of USB4 SSDs is still quite limited. Corsair joins the ranks with the compact EX400U, the first SSD with the U21 controller from Phison. This converts the USB4 signals directly for the flash devices; the usual intermediate PCIe step is omitted...
Corsair EX400U
1 TBMore than 10 pieces in stock
Memory Size3
Product details
Blazing-fast speeds offer data transfer rates of up to 4,000 MB/s for sequential reads and up to 3,600 MB/s for sequential writes.
Compatible with USB Type-C hosts, it connects via USB Type-C and Thunderbolt 4 and later for broad compatibility.
The compact format allows you to take the EX400U with you for powerful storage solutions on the go.
The high-speed interface ensures comprehensive compatibility and enhanced functionality.
Easy to set up with any device, it is ready to use instantly with a single connection for power and data to a PC or Mac.
Read transfer speed | 4000 MB/s |
Write transfer speed | 3500 MB/s |
Exact USB ports | USB-C 4 (1x) |
USB ports | USB-C |
Item number | 53638606 |
Manufacturer | Corsair |
Category | External SSD |
Manufacturer no. | CSSD-EX400U1TB |
Release date | 16.12.2024 |
Colour | Grey |
Exact colour description | Grey |
Storage capacity | 1 TB |
USB ports | USB-C |
Exact USB ports | USB-C 4 (1x) |
Read transfer speed | 4000 MB/s |
Write transfer speed | 3500 MB/s |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | EX400U external SSD, USB-C to USB-C cable (30 cm, 40 Gb, 60W Power Delivery capable) |
Length | 6.43 cm |
Width | 6.40 cm |
Height | 1.20 cm |
Weight | 92 g |
Length | 13.60 cm |
Width | 11.10 cm |
Height | 3.30 cm |
Weight | 105 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «External SSD» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 13.Crucial1.3 %
- 15.OWC1.4 %
- 16.Silicon Power1.5 %
- 17.Corsair1.6 %
- 18.SanDisk Professional1.8 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 2.Verbatim2 days
- 4.Adata3 days
- 4.Corsair3 days
- 6.Samsung4 days
- 6.SANDISK4 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «External SSD» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 12.LaCie2.4 %
- 13.Lexar3 %
- 14.Corsair3.5 %
- 15.OWC5.8 %
- 16.SanDisk Professional7.3 %
- High data transfer rate
- Compact dimensions
- Magsafe ring for iPhone
- Rugged cable
- Plastic housing
With the EX400U, Corsair has fulfilled the desire of many media professionals for a compact and powerful external SSD. It combines a small housing with USB4 speed. And in view of the attractive price, the plastic housing is a good thing.