ROG Strix Aiolos

2026 Red Dot Product Design

The diagonal RGB light strip gives the ROG Strix Aiolos SSD enclosure customisable colour and lighting effects while serving as a distinctive, form-defining element.

Recommended

Aluminum construction, velvety rubber, RGB Aura Sync, and a tool-free assembly that you'll love

Gold

Designed for professionals who need to outsource high-speed, large-scale storage,

8/10

An enclosure that can turn both older and newer SSDs into external drives. It offers high transfer speeds while also keeping the SSD effectively cooled.

Recommends award

This is an extremely robust aluminum enclosure that features a liquid silicone coating on the top and bottom sides, serving as a protective layer that keeps the case cool to the touch even during prolonged use. The Aiolos proved to be capable of cooling the SSD and preventing overheating that would lead to a drop in performance.

Advance design award

Design and build quality are where the Aiolos shines: the build is brutally good, and the quality is premium.

Editor's Recommendation - Great product award

For those who want to turn their M.2 device into a fast, reliable, and attractive portable storage, Aiolos stands out as one of the most interesting solutions in its class.

Editor's Recommendation - Great product award

With the ROG Strix Aiolos model, Asus has gone a step further in an attempt to bridge both worlds – premium performance and the recognizable Republic of Gamers design. The overall impression is highly positive, as this is a carefully designed product that combines high performance, efficient cooling, and a striking design.

Advanced design award

The enclosure is made of solid metal, which contributes to quality and cooling. In general, we can conclude that the "God of the Wind" finishes its job at a very high level.