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PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 Expansion Card, ASMedia ASM3242, 20Gbps Data, for 10 11, OS X, with 20G Cable and HDD Enclosure Support
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GOWENIC PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 Expansion Card

Bottom line: The GOWENIC PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 Expansion Card is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Backed by GOWENIC's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored GOWENIC PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 Expansion Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the expansion cards category. GOWENIC's expansion cards 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.

Common buyer scenarios for expansion cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • ASM3242 Main Control: This USB 3.2 Gen 2 expansion card adopts for ASMedia ASM3242 main control chip which ensures fast and stable .
  • 20Gbps : This PCIe to USB 3.2 expansion card adopts Type C interface which supports up to 20Gbps data . Support USB3.2 GEN2x2 standard, backward compatible with USB3.0 and USB2.0.
  • Widely Compatible: This PCIe to USB 3.0 Gen 2 card is suitable for 10, for 11 32/64bit, for OS X Laptop, for operating system.
  • Plug and Play: This USB3.2 Gen 2 card is plug and play, and additional installation is not required. The motherboard needs to support PCI E3.0 4X slots to achieve high speed of up to 20Gbps.
  • Accessories Requirements: To maximize the performance, this PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 expansion card requires 20G Type E cable and 20Gbps HDD enclosure.

Full Specifications

BrandGOWENIC
StyleStandard
Weight20g
Style NameStandard
Unit Count1.0 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberGOWENICrkfe6hsian
Item Type NameUSB Port Cards
Mfr Part NumberGOWENICrkfe6hsian
Number of Items1
Widely CompatibleThis PCIe to USB 3.0 Gen 2 card is suitable for 10, for 11 32/64bit, for OS X Laptop, for operating system.
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer, Laptop, Tablet, External Storage Device
Hardware InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2
ASM3242 Main ControlThis USB 3.2 Gen 2 expansion card adopts for ASMedia ASM3242 main control chip which ensures fast and stable .
Accessories RequirementsTo maximize the performance, this PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 expansion card requires 20G Type E cable and 20Gbps HDD enclosure.
Full listing titlePCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 Expansion Card, ASMedia ASM3242, 20Gbps Data, for 10 11, OS X, with 20G Cable and HDD Enclosure Support

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