Cablecc Combo Type-C & USB3.0 - Review

Cablecc Combo Type-C & USB3.0 to NVME M-Key M.2 NGFF SATA SSD PCBA Case 2280/2242/2230mm Adapter RTL9210B Chipset - A Review

Solid-state drives (SSDs) have become the go-to storage option for those who want faster boot times and quicker access to their data. As newer technologies become available, there are now multiple types of SSD interfaces available, with the NVME M.2 NGFF being one of the most popular choices. One product that claims to elevate the game even further is the Cablecc Combo Type-C & USB3.0 to NVME M-Key M.2 NGFF SATA SSD PCBA Case 2280/2242/2230mm Adapter RTL9210B Chipset. But does it deliver on its promise? Let's dive into this product review.

The Cablecc combo adapter claims to offer compatibility with various NGFF M.2 SSD sizes, with support for 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280mm drives. Its PCBA comes equipped with an RTL9210B chipset, which is a USB bridge that combines a USB device with both a PCIe controller and a SATA controller. According to the manufacturer's website, this adapter via the PEDET interface of M.2 mechanical can automatically switch USB-to-PCIe mode or USB-to-SATA mode, which is a feature not typically found in this type of product. In USB-to-SATA mode, the RTL9210B supports SATA host in Gen3 speed and provides up to 6Gbps bandwidth. In USB-to-PCIe mode, the RTL9210B supports PCIe Gen3 x2, providing up to 10Gbps bandwidth. The PCIe host supports NVM Express.

Sounds impressive, doesn't it? Unfortunately, this product's customer review stars don't show this. The Cablecc Combo Type-C & USB3.0 to NVME M-Key M.2 NGFF SATA SSD PCBA Case 2280/2242/2230mm Adapter RTL9210B Chipset has an average review rating of 1 out of 5 stars, and at present has only one customer review.

The customer review, dated October 11, 2021, is quite informative. The first impressions of the product were negative due to its poor build quality. The product's cable length is too small, which makes it difficult to fit into a computer's case while the adapter's body is too fragile and prone to breaking. The product's design is awkward, with the cables connecting in a perpendicular manner instead of a tangent, which might cause interference issues with other peripheral devices. The adapter's in-built chipset didn't work correctly, making it impossible to recognize connected NGFF drives. The chipset got so hot that it physically warped the adapter and made the surrounding area uncomfortably hot to touch, rendering the product unusable.

All of the above issues make it difficult to recommend the Cablecc Combo Type-C & USB3.0 to NVME M-Key M.2 NGFF SATA SSD PCBA Case 2280/2242/2230mm Adapter RTL9210B Chipset. It appears that the product's poor construction, in addition to its poorly performing chipset, leads to problems that make it impossible to use. The only positive about it is that it appears to be a plug-and-play solution. But the serious issues outway this benefit.

In conclusion, I cannot recommend this product based on its current customer rating and review. If you're in the market for an NVME adapter, it's best to find other robust options with better reviews. SSD adapters are a hot niche in the tech world, and any issues faced by the user, like in this case, can lead to data loss and interfere with the overall performance of the system. This is not a case of saving a few bucks to go for the cheapest option.

Cablecc Combo Type-C & USB3.0

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