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G-Technology 8TB G-RAID with Thunderbolt 3 (0G05748-1)

Name: G-Technology 8TB G-RAID with Thunderbolt 3, USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2), and HDMI, Removable Dual Drive Storage System, Silver - 0G05748-1
Brand: G-Technology
SKU: B071RX86XS

Status: G-Technology 8TB G-RAID with Thunderbolt 3: Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 16:17 UTC. SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The G-Technology 8TB G-RAID with Thunderbolt 3: 12TB across dual removable enterprise-class 7200RPM drives; main trade-off: spinning 7200RPM drives, slower than SSD storage.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 12TB across dual removable enterprise-class 7200RPM drives
✓ Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports plus USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2)
✓ Selectable hardware RAID 0, RAID 1 or JBOD
✓ Handles multi-stream HD, 2K, 4K and HDR video workflows
✓ Daisy-chain up to 5 additional Thunderbolt 3 devices

Cons

✗ Spinning 7200RPM drives, slower than SSD storage
✗ Bulky all-aluminum dual-drive enclosure, not portable
✗ RAID 0 default ships with no data redundancy
✗ Thunderbolt 3 needs a compatible host port

Manufacturer description

The G-RAID with Thunderbolt 3 is a high-performance, dual Enterprise-class 7200RPM hard drive storage system featuring Thunderbolt 3, USB-C (supports USB 3.1 Gen 2) and HDMI connectivity to quickly access, browse, edit and backup your digital library. For ultimate flexibility, choose between hardware RAID 0 (default), 1 or JBOD. With removable drives, this ultra-fast, high-capacity storage solution is designed for the most demanding creative projects, easily supporting multi-stream HD, 2K, 4K and HDR video workflows.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored G-Technology 8TB G-RAID with Thunderbolt 3 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the external storage category. G-Technology's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

Memory Storage Capacity - 8.00

Full Specifications

Brand	G-Technology
Color	Silver
Weight	8.00 g
Model Name	G-RAID
Unit Count	1 Count
Form Factor	Desktop
Media Speed	360 MB/s
Connectivity	USB-C
Model Number	0G05748
Built-In Media	G-RAID, Quick Start Guide, USB-C to USB-A cable
Item Type Name	G-Technology 8TB G-RAID with Thunderbolt 3, USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2), and HDMI, Removable Dual Drive Storage System, Silver - 0G05748
Hard-Drive Size	8 TB
Mfr Part Number	0G05748
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Portable
Hardware Platform	PC; Mac
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Data Transfer Rate	440 megabits_per_second
Enclosure Material	Aluminum
Full listing title	G-Technology 8TB G-RAID with Thunderbolt 3, USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2), and HDMI, Removable Dual Drive Storage System, Silver - 0G05748-1

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