# UGREEN 2.5-Inch HDD Case, USB-C 3.1 Gen 2, SATA, UASP, aluminium

Use a compatible 2.5-inch SATA drive as USB-C external storage. Transfer speeds depend on the drive and connected device.

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- Market: AU
- Language: en-AU
- Currency: AUD
- Product updated: 2026-10-19T22:51:42.418Z
- Brand: UGREEN
- SKU: ofertitastop-au-323
- Category: Electronics > Computers > Handheld Devices > Data Collectors
- Source store: amazon AU
- Active deal: Yes
- Price: 25.18 AUD
- Previous price: 29.04 AUD
- Discount: 13%
- Rating: 4.2 / 5
- Reviews: 330

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## Description

USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 and UASP give this UGREEN enclosure a faster connection option for a compatible 2.5-inch SATA drive. It turns an HDD or SSD into external storage without requiring a separate desktop enclosure.

The aluminium case has a sliding opening for fitting and removing the drive. A soft internal buffer is also described as helping absorb impacts, while the metal housing is designed to dissipate heat without a fan.

It supports drives up to 6 TB and 7 mm or 9.5 mm thick. The listed maximum transfer rate is 6 Gbps, although actual speed depends on the drive and the connected device.

## Usage tips

This case is for a 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD, rather than an M.2 drive or a larger desktop hard drive. SATA 3.0 is supported, as are SATA 2.0 and SATA 1.0, giving it scope for compatible older drives as well as newer ones. Check the drive’s form factor and thickness before choosing it, the supported thicknesses are 7 mm and 9.5 mm.

The sliding design keeps installation straightforward: open the case, seat the drive, then close it. A USB-C to USB-C cable is listed as included, and the case is described as tool-free. For everyday use, it could house a spare drive for moving files between compatible computers or keeping external storage close at hand. The drive itself is not included in the product details, so plan to use a compatible drive you already have or source one separately.

## Why it makes sense

Compared with a basic enclosure using a slower USB connection, USB 3.1 Gen 2 and UASP provide a higher stated transfer-rate ceiling. That can make the case a practical choice for transferring larger files, provided the drive and host device can also make use of the connection. The 6 Gbps figure is a supported maximum, not a guarantee of the speed you will see in use.

Aluminium construction and the internal cushioning add practical details beyond simply housing the drive. The enclosure is intended to dissipate heat without a fan, so there is no fan noise to consider. The cushioning is described as absorbing impact, but it should not be treated as a substitute for careful handling or a guarantee against drive damage. Worth considering if you want to reuse a compatible 2.5-inch SATA drive as portable external storage. It’s not for you if your drive is a different form factor or does not use SATA.

## Key specifications

- Type: External 2.5-inch HDD/SSD enclosure
- Interface: USB-C 3.1 Gen 2, SATA 3.0, SATA 2.0 and SATA 1.0 drives
- Transfer rate: Up to 6 Gbps supported, actual speed varies with the drive and device interface
- Capacity: Up to 6 TB
- Drive thickness: 7 mm or 9.5 mm
- Material: Aluminium, with an internal cushioning layer
- Colour: Silver
- Dimensions: 13.3L x 8.2W x 1.6H centimetres
- Compatibility: PC, Mac and Android are listed, Windows, macOS and Linux are also named in the product description
- What’s included: USB-C to USB-C cable

## Questions before you buy

**Does it include a hard drive?** The listing describes the enclosure and a USB-C to USB-C cable, it does not state that an HDD or SSD is included.

**Will it work with an older SATA drive?** SATA 2.0 and SATA 1.0 are listed alongside SATA 3.0, provided the drive is a supported 2.5-inch size and thickness.

**Will every setup reach 6 Gbps?** No fixed real-world speed is specified. The stated rate is supported by the enclosure, while results depend on the drive and the device interface.

## When it makes sense

Choose this UGREEN case when you have a compatible 2.5-inch SATA drive and want to use it as external storage, with a USB-C connection and a simple sliding fit. Its stated capacity support and included cable make the intended setup clear. If you need a different drive format, this enclosure is not the right match, if your drive fits the listed SATA, size and thickness requirements, it offers a direct way to put that storage to use.

## Images

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