SABRENT USB Type C CFexpress - Review

SABRENT USB Type C CFexpress Type B Card Reader [CR-CFXB] - A Review

As a professional product reviewer, I came across the SABRENT USB Type C CFexpress Type B Card Reader (CR-CFXB) and decided to put it to the test. The CR-CFXB card reader is designed to support CFexpress Type B memory cards, which are commonly used by professional photographers and videographers. It claims to offer quick and easy transfer of content for editing and backup. Let's see if it lives up to its claims.

Design and Build Quality

The CR-CFXB has a sleek and minimalistic design with a body constructed with high-quality aluminum for ultimate durability. The material helps to dissipate heat during operation, preventing unwanted throttling, and ensuring your memory cards are protected. The card reader has an LED power indicator that lets you know the connection status.

Compatibility

The SABRENT USB Type C CFexpress Type B Card Reader is designed to work with Windows and macOS but may work with other devices as well. It is plug and play for convenience, and no external power source is required.

Performance

The CR-CFXB supports both the BOT and UASP mass storage specifications for compatibility and performance. With an integrated 15cm USB Type-C Cable that connects at up to 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2), the card reader offers transfer speeds of up to 950MBps. This speed is incredibly fast and is ideal for recording and transferring large video files and high-resolution photos.

User Experience

Using the SABRENT USB Type C CFexpress Type B Card Reader (CR-CFXB) is effortless. The card reader is plug-and-play, so no software installation or additional setup is needed. The USB Type-C cable is fixed, and it is long enough, so it doesn't create any hassle during operation. The LED power indicator is also handy for knowing the connection status.

Value for Money

As for the price, the CR-CFXB sits at $59.99 on the Sabrent website, which is reasonable considering its excellent performance and build quality. Compared to other card readers in the market, it is slightly more expensive, but considering its performance, it shouldn't be an issue.

Pros

• Durable design

• Quick transfer speed

• Plug-and-play

• Reasonable price

Cons

• USB Type-C cable non-removable

• Not compatible with all devices

Conclusion

After using the SABRENT USB Type C CFexpress Type B Card Reader (CR-CFXB), I can say that it is an excellent product for professional photographers and videographers. It ticks all the boxes for transferring large files and has an excellent build quality design that ensures its durability. At its affordable price point, it is a considerable investment for photographers or creators who use CFexpress Type B memory cards. The SABRENT USB Type C CFexpress Type B Card Reader (CR-CFXB) gets a thumbs up from me!

SABRENT USB Type C CFexpress

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