Storm Score 80 out of 100
Reviews 4 published
Outlets 4 publications
Top Outlet TechRadar highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise its sleek, rugged design and fast performance, but note that sustained write speeds lag behind similarly priced rivals.”

Certified
Critically
Acclaimed
80 / 100
Tier Distribution 4 reviews total
50%
50%
0%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 2 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 2 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Compact design
  • Carabiner loop for easy attachment
  • Flat cable for convenient routing
  • Rugged rubberized exterior with IP65 rating
  • 20 Gbps performance
  • Lightweight construction

Points of Contention

  • Captive plug difficult to reinsert
  • Flexible tether collects dust
  • Requires USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Port
  • Lacks Hardware AES Encryption

Professional Reviews

4 reviews from 4 critics
90
Alastair Jennings
TechRadar

“The PNY RP60 Portable SSD 1TB offers high‑speed, high‑capacity storage with IP65‑rated drop and water resistance.”

Perfect 4.5/5
90
Jon Jacobi
PCWorld

“The PNY RP60 might just be the best looking and best weatherized USB SSD we’ve tested.”

Perfect 4.5/5
70
Matt Safford
Tom's Hardware

“PNY's 20 Gbps rugged external drive performs well in bursty tasks, but doesn't handle sustained writes as well as competing drives that cost the same or less.”

Acclaimed 3.5/5
70
Tony Hoffman
PCMag

“Ultimately, the PNY RP60 is a capable external SSD and worthy of consideration.”

Acclaimed 3.5/5

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