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product_id: 180755753
title: "TS480GESD240C 480GB, USB 3.1 Gen 2, USB Type-C, Up to 520 MB/s, ESD240C, Portable SSD, Lightweight Aluminum Construction, External SSD, Solid State Drive"
brand: "transcend"
price: "A$121"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/180755753-ts480gesd240c-480gb-usb-3-1-gen-2-usb-type-c
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# 520 MB/s read speed USB 3.1 Gen 2 with UASP support Shock-resistant aluminum casing TS480GESD240C 480GB, USB 3.1 Gen 2, USB Type-C, Up to 520 MB/s, ESD240C, Portable SSD, Lightweight Aluminum Construction, External SSD, Solid State Drive

**Brand:** transcend
**Price:** A$121
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your data game with speed and style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** TS480GESD240C 480GB, USB 3.1 Gen 2, USB Type-C, Up to 520 MB/s, ESD240C, Portable SSD, Lightweight Aluminum Construction, External SSD, Solid State Drive by transcend
- **How much does it cost?** A$121 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/180755753-ts480gesd240c-480gb-usb-3-1-gen-2-usb-type-c)

## Best For

- transcend enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted transcend brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Secure Your Data:** Shock-resistant design protects your files from everyday bumps and drops.
- • **Rugged & Lightweight:** Durable aluminum body weighs just 1.16 oz, perfect for on-the-go professionals.
- • **Next-Gen Connectivity:** USB 3.1 Gen 2 with UASP ensures ultra-efficient data handling and compatibility.
- • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Experience up to 520 MB/s read and 460 MB/s write speeds for seamless workflow.
- • **Plug & Play Versatility:** Includes USB Type-C and Type-C to Type-A cables for effortless connection anywhere.

## Overview

The Transcend TS480GESD240C is a sleek, portable 480GB SSD featuring a robust aluminum case and USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface with UASP support. Delivering up to 520 MB/s read and 460 MB/s write speeds, it ensures rapid data transfers. Lightweight and shock-resistant, it’s designed for professionals who demand reliable, high-performance storage on the move.

## Description

Transcends ESD240C is a portable solid state drive featuring a sturdy metallic case in a silver hue, a USB 3. 1 Gen 2 interface for unmatched transfer rates, and a USB Type-C port. In addition, the ESD240C is rigorously tested, offering optimum shock-resistant qualities.

Review: Small and quick - And great value for the 103 I paid for it
Review: Good buy - Good product.

## Features

- Usb 3. 1 Gen 2 interface with the support of UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol)
- Up to 520 MB/s Read; 460 MB/s write
- 3D NAND Flash memory
- Sturdy metallic case in a silver hue
- Includes a USB Type-C cable and a USB Type-C to Type-A cable

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07P6KJ7W5 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #441 in External Solid State Drives |
| Brand | Transcend |
| Color | Silver (520MB/S) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (592) |
| Date First Available | March 1, 2019 |
| Flash Memory Size | 480 |
| Hard Drive | 480 GB Solid State Hard Drive |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.2 x 1.32 x 0.3 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.16 ounces |
| Item model number | TS480GESD240C |
| Language | English, English, English, English |
| Manufacturer | Transcend |
| Product Dimensions | 3.2 x 1.32 x 0.3 inches |
| Series | ESD240C |
| Voltage | 5 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Transcend
- **Color:** Silver (520MB/S)
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 480 GB
- **Hard Disk Description:** Solid State Hard Drive
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 3.0
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** Portable

## Images

![TS480GESD240C 480GB, USB 3.1 Gen 2, USB Type-C, Up to 520 MB/s, ESD240C, Portable SSD, Lightweight Aluminum Construction, External SSD, Solid State Drive - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616Nl7O1cbL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small and quick
*by S***H on June 25, 2024*

And great value for the 103 I paid for it

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good buy
*by L***G on April 22, 2025*

Good product.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Not for everybody but works for me
*by P***I on September 9, 2019*

I bought this external drive as a backup for a laptop. I liked it's small size and small price. The small capacity (120 GB) is not so much of a problem for me in this application. It gets hot I noticed the outside case was always warm to the touch. This is a common issue with SSD drives, apparently (I have a Western Digital SSD that is also warm.) But Crystal Disk Info showed the interanl temperature to reach 77 deg C (170 deg F). Since most manufacturers list 70C as the max temperature, I was ready to send this unit back. But when I hooked it up to the computer for which I bought it, it ran at a lower temp, between 55 & 60C. It's slow Crystal Disk Mark showed it's read speed to be around 300MB/sec, write speed a bit faster. While a modern standard spinning HDD runs at a bit less than 100, my WD SSD will do 500MB/sec. However, I'm only doing incremental backups once an hour, so speed is not critical, and the drive is in standby (not operating) most of the time. So far, it works fine for what I need. I'll keep it.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-03*