Altrix PX-3173 Max USB4 40Gbps NVMe Enclosure
PCIe Cards & NVMe Enclosures · Altrix · SKU PX3173-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-26
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 4,292 (PCIe Cards & NVMe Enclosures scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #12,837 |
| Street price | $209 |
| Power | 8 W |
| Performance per dollar | 20.54 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix PX-3173 Max |
| Type | USB4 40Gbps NVMe Enclosure |
| Host interface | USB4 (40Gbps), Thunderbolt 3/4 compatible |
| Throughput | Up to 3,800 MB/s |
| Drive support | M.2 NVMe 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 |
| Cooling | Aluminum shell, thermal pad |
| Bus power | Yes (bus-powered) |
| Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux; UASP |
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