UNRIVALED TRANSFER SPEEDS

The ROG Strix Arion S500 is up to 12X faster* than standard external HDDs. Its high-performance Phison SSD is capable of delivering up to 1050 MB/s transfer speeds, and the SSD with DRAM memory and large SLC cache maximizes data performance and helps extend the SSD’s lifespan. At these speeds, a 100 GB file can be transferred in just two minutes.

EXCEPTIONAL COOLING

The aluminum-alloy chassis houses a thermal pad to keep operating temperatures at an optimum level, enabling sustained high transfer speeds and supporting longevity.

COMPLETE DATA PROTECTION

256-bit AES disk and data encryption ensures utmost data security without affecting CPU performance. Plus, NTI Backup Now EZ software protects all digital assets from malicious virus attacks and hardware failures. The data recovery feature also helps in instances when a file is accidentally deleted.

EASY DRIVE MANAGEMENT

The user-friendly ROG SSD Dashboard interface displays vital information such as drive temperature, storage status, health status, and more.

COMPREHENSIVE COMPATIBILITY

The ROG Strix Arion uses a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x1 connection to offer superfast performance and wide-ranging support for mobile devices**, laptops, PCs and the latest-generation PlayStation®*** and Xbox® gaming consoles.

CUSTOMIZABLE LIGHTING

Exclusive ASUS Aura Sync lighting technology provides ambient lighting across any rig for a unique, personalized look.

Features 

• Unrivaled transfer speed: DRAM SSD with large SLC cache delivers up to 1050 MB/s file transfers — 12X faster than standard external HDDs*
• Exceptional cooling: Aluminum alloy chassis and a thermal pad enable effective heat dissipation
• Complete data protection: Secured by 256‐bit AES disk and data encryption and bundled NTI Backup Now EZ software
• Easy drive management: ROG SSD Dashboard software provides full access to temperature, storage status, and more
• Comprehensive compatibility: USB-C®3.2 Gen 2x1 interface offers superfast performance and wide-ranging support for various devices, including the latest PlayStation®and Xbox®gaming consoles
• Customizable lighting: Exclusive ASUS Aura Sync lighting technology

Specification 

Interface

• USB3.2 Gen 2X1

Speed

• 10Gbps

Capacity

• 500GB

OS Compatibility

• Windows® 7
• Windows® 8.1
• Windows® 10
• Windows11
• Mac OS Catalina or later
• Android devices supported OTG function
• Chrome OS

Aura System Requirement

• Windows 10 RS3 or above

Aura Sync

• ARGB