2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

ZHITAI SPIRIT NEO Portable SSD

Entrant Company

Artop Design Group Co., Ltd.

Category

Product Design - Computer & Information Technology

Client's Name

YANGTZE MEMORY TECHNOLOGIES CO.,LTD.

Country / Region

China

The ZHITAI SPIRIT NEO Portable SSD epresents Yangtze Memory' next-generation portable storage solution, marking a leap forward in portable storage by integrating advanced architecture, efficient cooling, and ergonomic design. It features Utilizing YMTC Xtacking® 3D NAND Flash, combines a single-chip solution with vapor chamber cooling design,significantly improving heat dissipation performance, low-temperature operation during data transfer. The magnetic design ensures quick attachment and secure connection, reducing the risk of loss while balancing aesthetics and practicality. With USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, it offers read/write speeds up to 2000MB/s, allowing for smooth external recording of ProRes 4K video—empowering content creators and video bloggers with greater flexibility and worry-free storage.
The design is ergonomically crafted with a seamlessly formed, continuous curved surface that naturally contours to the palm, delivering a comfortable and secure grip. The innovative two-layer structure further reduces its size and thickness, making it exceptionally portable and easy to handle. With a lightweight (52g) and slim (11.8mm) form,it is compact and ultra-lightweight..The UV-coated top resists fingerprints, and the matte bottom enhances grip stability. Available in Morning Haze Blue and Starglow Yellow, it blends technological sophistication with contemporary fashion—a true harmony of technology and aesthetics.
Durability is also a key focus. Through multiple optimizations in internal stacking, the device features a solid, component-free body capable of withstanding drops of up to 2 meters in daily use while keeping data intact. It is backed by an official 5-year warranty. Fully compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and more, enabling seamless cross-device sharing. With ZhiTai UNIMASTER, AES Software, and Backup Management, it enhances data management and backup efficiency, providing reliable protection for users' digital lives. With stable performance, robust craftsmanship, broad compatibility, and strong security, it offers a practical yet aesthetically pleasing storage solution for modern users—a versatile, all-scenario storage companion that combines high performance, durability, style, and portable security.

Credits

YANGTZE MEMORY TECHNOLOGIES CO.,LTD.
Yu Song
YANGTZE MEMORY TECHNOLOGIES CO.,LTD.
Shuwen Liu
YANGTZE MEMORY TECHNOLOGIES CO.,LTD.
Zhitao Zhang
YANGTZE MEMORY TECHNOLOGIES CO.,LTD.
Lingling Cao
Artop Design Group Co., Ltd.
Tianguang Zhong
Artop Design Group Co., Ltd.
Peng He
Artop Design Group Co., Ltd.
Yuci Zhang
Artop Design Group Co., Ltd.
Chuangyang Huang
Artop Design Group Co., Ltd.
Ziwen Liu
Artop Design Group Co., Ltd.
GuoZhou Jiang
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