The Glyph Atom EX80 2TB USB4 80Gbps Portable NVMe SSD with Location Tracking is a bus-powered portable SSD that connects over USB4 at 80Gbps and stores 2TB in a rugged aluminum body with a magnetic mount and built-in location tracking.
The Glyph A80EX2000 is the 2TB member of the Atom EX80 family. It is rated for up to 7,000 MB/s on a USB4 80Gbps or Thunderbolt 5 port and steps down to 4,000 MB/s on Thunderbolt 4 and 3,000 MB/s on a Thunderbolt 3 Mac, so it works with older computers at lower speeds.
It ships with a 30 cm USB4 cable and a removable rugged cover, and it is rated to MIL-STD-810F for shock, vibration, and dust. It is aimed at video editors, DITs, photographers, and anyone moving large files on location.
Glyph Atom EX80 2TB Features
- 80Gbps USB4 interface. The Atom EX80 2TB connects over a single USB4 Type-C port at 80Gbps and is rated for up to 7,000 MB/s. That speed needs a USB4 80Gbps or Thunderbolt 5 host port, so check your computer before you plan on full rated speed.
- Speed depends on the host port. Glyph lists 7,000 MB/s on Thunderbolt 5 or USB4 80Gbps, 4,000 MB/s on Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 40Gbps, and 3,000 MB/s on a Thunderbolt 3 Mac. The drive is backward compatible, so older ports work at the lower rates.
- SteadyIO consistency. Glyph's SteadyIO technology is meant to keep read and write speeds consistent during long transfers, such as offloading a card full of footage. Glyph publishes no sustained-speed figures for the 2TB, so test it with your own workflow before depending on a specific rate.
- Built-in location tracking. The drive includes mobile device location tracking that works with the native Apple and Android tracking apps. If a drive full of footage goes missing on a shoot, you can try to find it from your phone, within the limits of those networks.
- Rugged aluminum build with bumper. The aluminum exoskeleton and soft composite bumper are rated to MIL-STD-810F for shock, vibration, and dust. A removable rugged external cover ships in the box, so you can use the drive bare or protected in a camera bag or on location.
- Fanless aluminum thermal design. A solid aluminum core and outer shell spread heat without a fan, so the drive runs silently next to a mic or on a quiet edit desk. Glyph credits this design with helping the drive hold its speed during sustained work.
- Magnetic mount. The drive has a magnetic mount that clings to ferrous metal surfaces and works with MagSafe-compatible mounting surfaces. That lets you stick it to a rig, a stand, or a case instead of letting it dangle from its 30 cm cable.
- Works with computers and mobile devices. The 2TB model is compatible with USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5 ports and with iPad Pro. Glyph lists iPhone support only for the 1TB model, and notes that compatibility can vary by model year and OS version.
Where the Atom EX80 2TB Fits
Video editing and DIT: Offload and edit high-resolution footage from a USB4 or Thunderbolt laptop without a separate power supply, because the drive is bus-powered.
Field production: Carry 2TB of media through dust and vibration, with the rugged cover on and location tracking active.
Photo and AI datasets: Keep large photo libraries and datasets on a fast external drive that reformats for Windows when needed.
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Glyph Atom EX80 2TB Specifications
- Model: A80EX2000
- Series: Atom EX80 High-Intensity USB4 80Gbps NVMe SSD
- Capacity: 2 TB
- Interface: USB4 Type-C, 80Gbps; compatible with USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5
- Maximum speed: Up to 7,000 MB/s on Thunderbolt 5 or USB4 80Gbps
- Speed on Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps: 4,000 MB/s
- Speed on Thunderbolt 3 (Mac): 3,000 MB/s
- Power: Bus-powered
- Cooling: Fanless, solid aluminum core and shell
- Durability: MIL-STD-810F shock, vibration, and dust rating; aluminum exoskeleton with soft composite bumper
- Mounting: Magnetic mount, compatible with MagSafe mounting surfaces
- Tracking: Built-in location tracking using native Apple and Android tracking apps
- Format: Formatted for macOS; reformat required for Windows
- Mobile devices: iPad Pro supported; iPhone supported on the 1TB model only
- Warranty: 3-2-1: 3 years hardware, 2 years Level-1 data recovery, 1 year advance replacement
- Dimensions (drive): 3.0 x 4.5 x 0.9 in
- Weight: 499 g (1.1 lb)
What's in the Box
- 1 x Glyph Atom EX80 2TB USB4 NVMe SSD
- 1 x Connect+ USB4 80Gbps Type-C to Type-C cable (30 cm)
- 1 x Removable rugged external cover
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What is the Glyph A80EX2000?
It is the 2TB capacity of the Glyph Atom EX80 portable NVMe SSD, part number A80EX2000. It connects over USB4 Type-C at 80Gbps and is rated for up to 7,000 MB/s.
How fast is the Atom EX80 2TB?
It is rated up to 7,000 MB/s, but only on a Thunderbolt 5 or USB4 80Gbps port. Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 40Gbps ports give 4,000 MB/s, and a Thunderbolt 3 Mac gives 3,000 MB/s.
Does the A80EX2000 work with Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5 ports?
Yes. Glyph lists compatibility with USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5. Older ports run the drive at the lower speeds listed in the specifications.
Does the Atom EX80 2TB need external power?
No. The drive is bus-powered and draws power from the USB4 or Thunderbolt port through the included 30 cm cable.
Can I use the A80EX2000 with Windows?
Yes. The drive ships formatted for macOS, so Windows use requires reformatting. Glyph publishes a Windows formatting guide, and reformatting erases the drive.
Does the 2TB Atom EX80 work with iPhone or iPad?
No for iPhone, yes for iPad Pro. Glyph lists the 2TB model for iPad Pro but lists iPhone support only for the 1TB model. Compatibility can vary by device model year and OS version.
How does the location tracking work?
It works with the native Apple and Android tracking software on your mobile device. Glyph does not describe a standalone tracker or any guaranteed range, so treat it as a recovery aid.
What is in the box?
The box contains the Atom EX80 2TB SSD, a Connect+ USB4 80Gbps Type-C to Type-C cable that is 30 cm long, and a removable rugged external cover.
What warranty does the Glyph Atom EX80 2TB include?
Yes, it carries Glyph's 3-2-1 warranty: 3 years of hardware coverage including cables, 2 years of Level-1 data recovery, and 1 year of advance replacement.
Is the A80EX2000 different from the 1TB, 4TB, and 8TB Atom EX80?
Yes. Capacity and part number differ: A80EX1000, A80EX2000, A80EX4000, and A80EX8000. The 1TB is the only capacity Glyph lists for iPhone. Order A80EX2000 for the 2TB.
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The Atom EX80 2TB works with USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5 ports on Mac and Windows computers (Windows requires reformatting) and with iPad Pro. Speed depends on the host port.
Why not buy this Glyph Atom EX80 2TB SSD today?
This Glyph Atom EX80 2TB SSD includes a 3-year manufacturer hardware warranty, with 2 years of Level-1 data recovery and 1 year of advance replacement. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
