Designed for comprehensive security and accelerated gaming

  • M.2 PCIe® Gen 4 ×4 NVMe® delivers sequential read and write speeds of up to 7000/6000 MB/s

  • Stable transfers and longer life with 12nm E18 controller, DRAM buffering, and large SLC cache

  • Comprehensive hardware encryption and full data protection with included backup software

  • ROG SSD Dashboard software provides a complete overview of device temperature, memory status and more

  • Widely compatible with PC, laptops and PlayStation™5

Ratingen, Germany, June 13, 2022 — The ROG Strix SQ7 internal M.2 PCIe® Gen 4 x4 NVMe® SSD redefines speed with DRAM buffering and a large SLC cache for up to 7000 MB/s data transfers. Designed for high security and accelerated gaming, the Strix SQ7 offers extensive hardware encryption and software solutions, as well as comprehensive compatibility with PCs and PlayStation™ 5, enhancing the gaming experience with faster load times.

High data transfers and extensive compatibility

The ROG Strix SQ7 delivers up to 7000 MB/s sequential read speeds and up to 6000 MB/s sequential write speeds. That’s twice as fast as standard PCIe 3.0 SSDs and up to 13 times faster than SATA SSDs (Actual transfer speeds may vary based on device and test configuration). With a 12nm E18 controller, DRAM buffering, large SLC cache, and low-density parity check (LDPC), the Strix SQ7 is designed for fast, stable performance and longer life. The Strix SQ7 has a compact M.2 2280 form factor that fits perfectly on laptops, desktop PCs and the PlayStation™ 5 console. It provides super-fast load times, making it ideal for gaming enthusiasts looking to boost memory performance.

FULL PROTECTION and EASY RUNNING MANAGEMENT

The Strix SQ7 supports multiple hardware encryption standards, including the TCG Opal specification, IEEE 1667 protocol, and AES 256-bit disk and data encryption. These hardware-based solutions ensure fast, efficient and superior security without compromising CPU performance. It includes NTI Backup Now EZ software to protect digital data from malicious virus attacks and hardware failures. There’s even a data recovery feature to recover accidentally deleted files. The user-friendly ROG SSD Dashboard displays important information such as drive temperature, storage usage, device status, and more.

Availability and price

The ROG Strix SQ7 Gen4 1TB SSD is available now at an MSRP of 199 EUR and 199 CHF in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Specifications

ColorBlack
InterfaceM.2 PCIe Gen 4X4
Speed7000MB/s (read)
6000MB/s (write)
Capacity1TB
OS CompatilityWindows® 7

Windows® 8 / 8.1

Windows® 8.1

Windows® 10

Windows11

Mac OS® X 10.6  and above

Mac OS Catalina or later

Android devices supported OTG function

Chrome OS

Dimension80 mm(L)x 22 mm(W) x 3.5 mm(H)
Weight7.7g
TemperatureOperating: 0℃(32℉) ~70℃(158℉)

Storage: -40℃(-40℉) ~85℃(185℉)

HumidityOperating: 15 %~90 % (Non-Condensing)

Storage: 10 %~90 % (Non-Condensing)

Voltage3.3V, 2A
Package ContentQuick Installation Guide
SSD Dashboard-

System Requirement

Windows® 10

Windows® 11

NTI System-

Requirement

Windows® 7

Windows® 8.1

Windows® 10

Windows® 11

About ROG

Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktops, monitors, audio equipment, routers and peripherals. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world.

Press materials