Silicon Power Armor A80 1TB
Score: 55/100
Silicon Power Armor A60 1TB
Score: 52/100Rankings
A 1TB rugged HDD with military-grade drop protection, IPX7 waterproofing and solid USB 3.1 performance, though its size, weight and HDD speed limit portability.
A rugged 1TB portable HDD with solid drop protection, splash resistance and decent USB 3.0 performance, but its non-standard cable and FAT32 formatting limit convenience.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 1,000 GBbest | |
116 MB/sbest | 114 MB/s | |
108 MB/sbest | 104 MB/s | |
36 monthsbest | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.282 kg | 0.28 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 93.9 mm | 85.9 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 18.1 mmbest | 138.5 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 139.5 mm | 23.2 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.1 | USB 3.0 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 116 MB/s | 114 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 108 MB/s | 104 MB/s |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, PS4, Xbox | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.282 kg | 0.28 kg |
Width (mm) | 93.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
Height (mm) | 18.1 mm | 138.5 mm |
Depth (mm) | 139.5 mm | 23.2 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Rotational Speed (RPM) | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Durability(1) | ||
IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX4 |
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Reviewers commend the Armor A80 for its outstanding durability, IPX7 rating and heat-dissipating aluminum case, while noting the bulk and slower HDD performance.
Users overwhelmingly praise its ruggedness and ability to survive drops and water, but mention the larger size, weight and need to reformat for macOS.
“Too Good!!!!!”
“lovely product.”
“Survived a drop into a puddle and still works perfectly”
CNET rates the Armor A60 8/10, praising its build quality and USB 3.0 speeds while noting the unusual A-to-A cable and lack of Thunderbolt.
Users love the durability and speed, especially for outdoor use, but complain about the rare cable and FAT32 file-system limitation.
