OWC Aura Ultra III: Blazing-Fast NVMe SSD for Peak Performance
Elevate your system's capabilities with the OWC Aura Ultra III NVMe M.2 SSD, the ultimate upgrade for creative professionals, gamers, and power users. Designed to obliterate bottlenecks, this high-performance SSD gears up your PC for media-heavy projects and your favorite hardware-punishing games. By leveraging cutting-edge NVMe technology, the Aura Ultra III delivers an optimized blend of speed, reliability, and efficiency, reaching sequential read speeds of up to 3400MB/s. Stream, edit, and render high-resolution video and complex graphics files without a glitch.
The Aura Ultra III is a master of versatility, equally at home inside your PC or in a portable external enclosure. Install it internally to dramatically cut down on application launch times, accelerate previews and renders in VFX and audio programs, and gain a competitive edge with lightning-fast game loading. For fieldwork, pair it with an enclosure to create a powerful external drive for on-location downloads of 8K video or high-res photos, getting you to the next phase of your project faster than ever.
Engineered to outlast, the Aura Ultra III features advanced SLC caching for ultra-fast write speeds up to 3000MB/s, optimized to endure your render queue. It's built with multiple fail-safes, including 7% over-provisioning, where extra NAND cells are held in reserve to maximize longevity and preserve performance over its entire working life. This drive is calibrated for extreme endurance, running double checks on data and correcting errors in real-time. Backed by OWC's renowned service and support, the Aura Ultra III is a dependable workhorse you can count on for years to come.
Key Features
- Blistering Speeds: Reach up to 3400MB/s read and 3000MB/s write for instant file access and transfers.
- Pro-Grade Performance: NVMe PCIe 3.0 interface and high-performance 3D TLC NAND for the most demanding workflows.
- Ultimate Versatility: Perfect as an internal PC upgrade or in an external enclosure for portable speed.
- Engineered for Endurance: Advanced SLC caching and 7% over-provisioning for consistent performance and exceptional longevity.
- Rock-Solid Reliability: With a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1.8 million hours and built-in error correction.
- Peace of Mind: Backed by a 5-Year OWC Limited Warranty and free US-based lifetime support.
Technical Specifications
| Performance | |
| Sequential Read (Max) | Up to 3228 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write (Max) | Up to 3071 MB/s |
| Random 4K Read | Up to 250,807 IOPS |
| Random 4K Write | Up to 250,034 IOPS |
| General Specifications | |
| Useable Capacity | 3840GB |
| Controller | Phison E12S |
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC NAND |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 'M Key' |
| Storage Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.3 |
| Format | Unformatted |
| Reliability & Endurance | |
| Over-Provisioning | 7% |
| Endurance (TBW) | 6820TB Total Bytes Written |
| MTBF | 1,800,000 hours |
| Error Correction | Built-in ECC |
| Security | TCG Opal, TCG Pyrite |
| Compatibility | |
| PC Compatibility | Yes, requires a compatible M.2 2280 slot. |
| Mac Compatibility | Requires a compatible external enclosure. Not a compatible replacement for internal Mac drives. |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 8.0 cm x 2.2 cm x 0.3 cm (3.1 in x 0.9 in x 0.1 in) |
| Weight | 7.0 g (0.02 lbs) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) |
Shipping policy
Any items which are in stock, will be dispatched immediately - same day if possible and morning of the following business day at the latest. Items which are not in stock at our local warehouse will be routed to us, and dispatched immediately upon arrival to us. In that case, the estimated dispatch time is noted on the product page.
Note that you are always welcome to email info@dittools.eu or call (+372) 5556 0057 for a more accurate shipping time estimate, as this does vary depending on a number of factors.
Standard shipping
Unless otherwise noted, all items are shipped standard via DPD. We normally ship to European Union countries only – do contact us for possible exceptions, particularly other European mainland countries. Shipping times vary between 1 to 10 business days within Europe – an up to date estimate will be given at checkout.
Express shipping
Our shipping partner for expedited deliveries is DHL Express; please contact us directly for a quote.
Returning an item
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can return your item(s) for a full refund within 14 days of confirmed delivery.
Special sales, demo items and promotions may have modified return policies. If an item from a bundle is returned for refund, the total bundle discount or the total value of the gifts will get deducted from the returned item prior to issuing a refund. If the bundle discount (or gift value) exceeds the value of the returned item, the difference must be paid to be able to return the item.
Return autorization
If you would like to return any item(s), please contact us by either emailing info@dittools.eu or calling (+372) 5556 0057. We will share with you a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) code and ask that you clearly mark this code outside of your shipping box as you ship your item(s) back for a refund.
You will be liable for the shipping and any applicable customs/duty fees returning the item(s).
Incorrect items
If the return is made due to a faulty product, or an incorrectly shipped product, or if you are returning the item(s) due to a defect, or functionality issue, or because it is not the item you have ordered, we will gladly email or mail a return shipping label covering all shipping related expenses. In order to determine whether the return is initiated due to a technical problem, we may ask for you to provide visual support like images or a video on the item(s).
Shipping
Returned merchandise must be in its original packaging, and placed in a decent shipping box, e.g. the same box that we shipped the items to you in. Please make sure to clearly mark the RMA code you have received from us outside on the box.
Do not forget to cover or peel off any existing shipping labels on the box.
DIT Supplies OÜ cannot be held accountable for return shipments that have not reached us or returns made without RMA codes. We strongly advise that if you are returning the item(s) with a carrier of your choice that you use a traceable shipping method.
It may take 4-5 business days for your return to reach us. Once it is received and inspected, your refund will be processed and automatically applied to your credit card or original method of payment within 14 business days. Please note that depending on your credit card company, it may take an additional 2-4 business days after your credit is applied for it to post to your account.
Customs, duties & taxes
There are no customs duties or taxes on orders shipping within the EU. Orders shipped outside of the EU may be subject to import taxes, customs duties and fees collected by the destination country. The recipient of an international shipment may be subject to such import taxes, customs duties and fees, which are collected once a shipment reaches the recipient's country. Additional charges for customs clearance must be paid for by the recipient; we have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be. Customs policies vary widely from country to country; and when customs clearance procedures are required, it can cause delays beyond our original delivery estimates. We advise that you contact your local customs office for more information.