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The Akasa AK-PCCU3-01 USB 3.0 PCIe controller is a very well designed device which will be extremely useful to users who want to add USB 3.0 connectivity to their rig. Even if installed into a system which only has older PCIe v1.0 ports, the USB 3.0 ports will be at least 3 to 4 times faster, making it a worthwhile upgrade.
Many would think that since all manufacturers are forced to use the exact same controller chip, all USB 3.0 controllers are created equal. The AK-PCCU3-01 proves this wrong by slightly outperforming the onboard controller on our Gigabyte motherboard. This was not a surprise to us because we have already seen performance reports of motherboards with integrated USB 3.0 controllers having a bandwidth limit as low as 110MB/s … in all probability due to design errors and limitations.
The Akasa DuoDock S makes it extremely straightforward to connect and remove drives without the need for enclosures. There are many uses for the DuoDock S and we are certain that a lot of people will find it a very convenient device, especially now that the USB 3.0 interface does not limit the speed of mechanical HDDs any longer.
KitGuru says: Well worth a look if you are longing for USB 3.0 speeds.
Interesting, as my friend as a new USB 3 motherboard and the speeds arent that impressive. those cards seem to be the way to go right now.
Looks like a reasonable product, dont see it for sale anywhere, and no price?
I personally still have concerns about akasa build quailty, ive had a case fall apart and several fans stop working.
Oh yeah, also meant to say, the front of the case I had didn’t break, it just fell apart. two year old. not ancient either.
Akasa are ok quality wise, but they produce a lot of ranges and I dont think they really are the highest of quality on the market. This product reviewed today seems good, but I also would wonder about long term lasting capabilities.
nothing wrong with akasa, ive used quite a few of their products and never had a prob.
Id like to pick the card up with the caddy. but I will probably get a USB 3 mobo in a few months.