Sharge has launched the Disk Pro 2 Ultra, a DIY external SSD enclosure that supports M.2 2230/2242/2280 drives up to 8TB while also functioning as a USB-C hub with a 4K144 HDMI 2.1 output, USB-A port, and SD/microSD card readers. It's currently on Kickstarter, with Tom's Hardware and The Verge both praising its versatility despite a 10Gbps bandwidth cap.
Sharge has unveiled the Disk Pro 2 Ultra, a bring-your-own-drive SSD enclosure that also works as a USB-C hub and 4K HDMI dock. Unlike a typical external SSD, the Disk Pro 2 lets users install their own M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 drive with capacities up to 8TB, while adding a 4K144 HDMI 2.1 output, a 5Gbps USB-A port, SD and microSD card readers, and USB-C passthrough charging up to 80W, according to both The Verge and Tom's Hardware.
Sharge is offering two variants: the Ultra, which needs just 1.5W of USB-C bus power and supports HDMI 2.1 at 4K@144Hz or 8K@30Hz, and the Lite, which requires 5W and caps out at HDMI 2.0's 4K@60Hz. Tom's Hardware notes the Ultra also has faster SD card read/write speeds (180/120 MB/s vs. 100/90 MB/s on the Lite). Both models share the same 10Gbps USB interface as the original Disk Pro, which Tom's Hardware points out is a bottleneck since modern M.2 drives can exceed that bandwidth on their own.
Compared to the earlier Sharge Disk, Disk Plus, and Disk Pro, this second-generation model addresses several complaints reviewers had with prior versions. The Verge notes the USB-C cable is now detachable, the MagSafe-style magnets are built directly into the enclosure rather than being a stick-on accessory, the power port is no longer recessed, and the physical switch no longer cuts power mid-transfer. Tom's Hardware adds that the enclosure now includes a three-mode fan switch (off, on, turbo) and larger side vents for passive airflow, plus SD/microSD card slots the original Disk Pro lacked.
In testing with a Lexar NM710 M.2 SSD, Tom's Hardware found the Disk Pro 2 Ultra performed well against other 10Gbps and even some 40Gbps enclosures in PCMark 10 storage benchmarks, while The Verge measured average write speeds around 700MB/s during large file transfers. Both outlets flagged the Ultra's low minimum power draw as a double-edged sword: it can only route 3W to a connected SSD, which caused The Verge's test drive to shut down during power-hungry tasks like ProRes video recording unless an external USB-C battery or charger was connected.
What We Know
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| M.2 SSD support | 2230, 2242, 2280 sizes, up to 8TB capacity |
| Interface | 10 Gbps USB-C (both models) |
| HDMI (Ultra) | HDMI 2.1, 4K@144Hz or 8K@30Hz |
| Minimum operating power (Ultra) | 1.5W |
| Ports | USB-C (up to 80W passthrough), USB-A 3.0 (5Gbps), SD and microSD card readers, HDMI |
| Dimensions | 3.65 x 2.33 x 0.531 inches (92.6 x 59.2 x 13.5 mm), no cable |
| Cooling | Removable, three-mode fan (off, on, turbo) |
| Pricing (Kickstarter) | $75 early bird, $89 full retail |
Frequently Asked Questions
What SSD sizes does the Sharge Disk Pro 2 Ultra support?
According to Tom's Hardware, it supports M.2 drives in 2230, 2242, and 2280 sizes with capacities up to 8TB, which users install themselves.
What's the difference between the Disk Pro 2 Ultra and Lite models?
The Ultra has HDMI 2.1 output (4K@144Hz or 8K@30Hz) and needs only 1.5W minimum operating power, while the Lite has HDMI 2.0 (4K@60Hz) and requires 5W minimum power, per Tom's Hardware's spec comparison.
Is the Sharge Disk Pro 2 Ultra fast?
Both models are capped at a 10Gbps USB interface, according to Tom's Hardware, but in testing with a Lexar NM710 SSD, The Verge measured average write speeds around 700MB/s on large transfers, and Tom's Hardware found it outperformed several other 10Gbps drives in PCMark 10 benchmarks.
Does the Disk Pro 2 Ultra work with the Nintendo Switch 2?
The Verge reports it works as an HDMI dock for both the original Switch and Switch 2, but notes Sharge is still tweaking firmware and currently recommends an 85W or higher USB-C PD charger for the Switch 2 to dock properly.
