Sharge Disk review: This terrific M.2 2230 SSD enclosure has active cooling — and it works with the Steam Deck

Sharge is a brand that needs no introduction; the Chinese manufacturer made a name for itself on the back of its charging accessories like the Storm 2 and Storm 2 Slim power banks. Design is a big differentiator for the brand, with all of its products featuring a see-through aesthetic. That was the case with the ICEMAG magnetic power bank as well, and that’s true of Sharge’s latest product, the Disk.

The Sharge Disk is an external SSD enclosure designed for M.2 2230 drives. While these drives aren’t as prevalent as M.2 2280 options, they’re slowly gaining traction thanks to handheld devices like the Steam Deck. The difference is that the M.2 2230 drives are shorter; the last two numbers in the designation refer to the length, so in this instance, the numbers correlate to drives that are 30mm long. By contrast, M.2 2280 drives are 80mm long.

Sharge sells the Disk as an SSD enclosure, and it is now available on Amazon for $49. For that price, you get the Sharge Disk along with a silicone case — you can choose between yellow and grey — and a USB-C to USB-C cable. 

The biggest selling point of the Disk is the size; it is tiny, and doesn’t take up much room at all. It has dimensions of 53.4 x 39.8 x 16.7mm, and the enclosure weighs just 14.5g (24g with the case). In fact, it’s quite easy to lose, and the bundled case gives it some much-needed bulk — and visibility.