
Silicon Power Armor A80 1TB
Score: 55/100
Transcend 2TB Rugged HDD
Score: 71/100Rankings

A 2TB rugged HDD with military-grade shock protection, built-in AES encryption and a convenient backup button, though its micro-USB interface and HDD latency limit speed-critical tasks.

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.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 2,000 GBbest | |
116 MB/sbest | — | |
108 MB/sbest | — | |
36 monthsbest | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.282 kg | 0.186 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 93.9 mm | 82.3 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 18.1 mmbest | 18.8 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 139.5 mm | 129.5 mmbest |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, PS4, Xbox | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.282 kg | 0.186 kg |
Width (mm) | 93.9 mm | 82.3 mm |
Height (mm) | 18.1 mm | 18.8 mm |
Depth (mm) | 139.5 mm | 129.5 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 2000 GB |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB A-to-A | Micro-USB |

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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”




Reviewers praise its durability, encryption and backup button, but note the outdated micro-USB port and slower HDD performance compared to SSDs.
Users rate it highly for durability and capacity, appreciating the backup button, while some complain about the micro-USB and occasional macOS formatting issues.