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Orico Mecha O20 2TB review: Get this rugged external SSD instead of the Samsung T9

With a metal chassis encased in a silicone casing, the Mecha is one of the most durable external SSDs around.

The brand has recently ventured into Thunderbolt 4 docking stations, storage servers, and SSDs, and I'm kickstarting coverage with the Mecha O20, a rugged external SSD that's aiming to go up against the likes of the Crucial X10 Pro and Samsung T9. (Image credit: Harish Jonnalagadda / Android Central)Thankfully, Orico includes a 20Gbps cable with the package, and it has a 2-in-1 connector that doubles as USB-A or USB-C based on target device. (Image credit: Harish Jonnalagadda / Android Central)The chassis and added silicone casing makes the Mecha O20 bulkier than most external SSDs, but it isn't so big that it affects portability — you can still carry it around in a bag with ease.

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