ASUS announces TUF Gaming A1

ASUS announces TUF Gaming A1one portable chassis for SSD accommodating the latest 2242/2260/2280 form factor portable SSDs while offering them military-grade protection. Let’s find out all the details together.

TUF Gaming A1, the new portable chassis from ASUS

In keeping with TUF Gaming tradition, the new A1 boasts a elegant appearance but also extremely solid e robust in the field, meeting the standards MIL-STD-810H e IP68 to withstand daily bumps and drops, as well as ensuring splash water protection e dirty.

TUF Gaming A1 include PCIe NVMe interfaces e SATA and is able to accommodate SSD storage up to 2TB in M.2 2242/2260/2280 form factor. The innovative Q-Latch design simplifies the installation or removal of the SSD, without the need to use any specific tools. This simple locking mechanism derived from ASUS motherboards it also protects the drivemaking the anchoring firm and safe, without however the need to resort to screws.

Connectivity USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 Type-C ensures data rates up to 10 Gbpswhile SATA SSD drives are capable of support a maximum data rate of 6Gbps to always guarantee stable and efficient transfers.

To earn the TUF Gaming label, the ASUS team subjected TUF Gaming A1 to rigorous testing according to specifications MIL-STD-810H e IP68. During testing, the devices were dropped from a height, immersed in water, and exposed to dust and dirt for ensure maximum robustness and ensure its functionality even in the most difficult scenarios or conditions of use. So users can rest assured that TUF Gaming A1 is perfectly able to withstand shocks, shots and al accidental contact with liquids e dirty.

Price and availability

ASUS TUF Gaming A1 is already available oneShop ASUS and at major ASUS Commercial Partners such as ASUS Gold Stores and resellers participating in the Powered by ASUS Program at the price of € 49.90. For more information, you can consult the official site.