10 Best External Ssd Drives 2024
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SAMSUNG T5 Portable SSD 1TB – ⭐ Best Overall External Ssd Drive
MU-PA1T0B/AM by Samsung
- Release date: 07/04/2017
- Color: Black
- Weight: 0.11 pounds
- Dimensions: 0.4 x 2.9 x 2.3 inches
- Warranty: 3 Year limited
- Superfast read write speeds: SSD with V-NAND offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 540MB/s (up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs); Ideal for transferring large-sized data including 4K videos, high-resolution photos, games and more
- Compact and portable design: Top to bottom shock resistant metal design fits in the palm of your hand and easily slides in your pocket or purse to take work and entertainment on the go
- Secure encryption: Optional password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure
- Seamless connectivity: Includes USB type C to C and USB type C to A cables to connect to PCs, Macs, smartphones and other devices
- Warranty and compatibility: 3-year limited warranty; Requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher; Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported
SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD
SDSSDE61-1T00-G25 by SanDisk
- Release date: 09/30/2020
- Weight: 0.11 pounds
- Dimensions: 0.4 x 2.1 x 4 inches
- Warranty: 5-year limited manufacturer warranty
- Get NVMe solid state performance featuring up to 1050MB/s read and up to 1000MB/s write speeds in a portable, high-capacity drive that’s perfect for creating amazing content or capturing incredible footage. Requires compatible devices capable of reaching such speed. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.
- Up to 2 meter drop protection and IP55 water and dust resistance (3) mean this tough drive can take a beating
- Travel worry-free with a 5-year limited manufacturer warranty (1) and a durable silicon shell that offers a premium feel and added protection to the drive’s exterior
- Use the handy Carabiner loop to secure it to your belt loop or backpack for extra peace of mind
- Help keep private content private with the included password protection featuring 256‐bit AES hardware encryption (2)
- Back up mobile content quickly and easily thanks to compatibility with a range of USB Type-C smart phones
- From SanDisk, the brand professional photographers worldwide trust to handle their best shots and footage
SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD 1TB
MU-PC1T0T/AM by Samsung
- Release date: 05/19/2020
- Color: Gray
- Weight: 0.13 pounds
- Dimensions: 3.3 x 2.2 x 0.3 inches
- Warranty: 3 year limited warranty
- TRANSFER IN A FLASH: Transfers files nearly 9.5x faster than external hard disk drive (HDD). Reads up to 1,050 MB/s / Writes up to 1,000 MB/s on USB 3.2 gen 2 supported devices*.
- *SAMSUNG RECOMMENDS users to download the latest firmware update via the included Portable SSD Software 1.0 to ensure optimal performance
- Data transfer speed may vary depending on the user’s PC environment and the types of data being transferred. USB 3.2 Gen2 and UASP support are required for maximum transfer speed (1,050MB/s)**
- **SAMSUNG RECOMMENDS the usage of the included USB Type-C to C and USB Type-C to A cables. Non-original cables may cause performance degradation due to the varying internal resistance and maximum allowable currency
- BUILT STRONG & SECURE: Shock-resistant and withstands drops from 6ft.
- ADVANCED HEAT CONTROL: DYNAMIC THERMAL GUARD (DTG) TECHNOLOGY protects the T7(T7 Touch) from overheating by automatically slowing down data transfer if necessary. DTG technology enhances product safety and reliability by preventing the T7(T7 Touch) from reaching an excessively high temperature
- PASSWORD SECURITY
WD 2TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive HDD – 💲 Best Budget External Ssd Drive
WDBU6Y0020BBK-WESN by Western Digital
- Release date: 06/11/2019
- Color: Black
- Weight: 0.29 pounds
- Dimensions: 4.4 x 3.2 x 0.6 inches
- Warranty: 2-year Limited
- USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 Compatibility
- Fast data transfers
- Improve PC Performance
- High Capacity; Compatibility Formatted NTFS for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7; Reformatting may be required for other operating systems; Compatibility may vary depending on user’s hardware configuration and operating system
- 2 year manufacturer's limited warranty
WD 1TB My Passport SSD External Portable Solid State Drive
WDBAGF0010BRD by Western Digital
- Release date: 08/31/2020
- Weight: 0.1 pounds
- Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.8 x 0.4 inches
- Warranty: 5-year manufacturer's limited warranty
- Blazing fast NVMe technology with speeds of up to 1050MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s. | Based on read speed unless otherwise stated. As used for transfer rate, 1 MB/s = one million bytes per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.
- Password enabled 256-bit AES hardware encryption
- Shock and vibration resistant. Drop resistant up to 6.5ft (1.98m)
- Cross Compatible USB 3.2 Gen-2 and USB-C (USB-A for older systems)
- 5-year manufacturer's limited warranty
Seagate Barracuda Fast SSD 2TB External Solid State Drive Portable
STJM2000400 by Seagate
- Release date: 01/06/2020
- Weight: 0.44 pounds
- Dimensions: 0.4 x 3.1 x 3.7 inches
- Warranty: 3 Year Limited
- BarraCuda Fast SSD combines reliable performance with boosted solid state speeds of up to 540MB/s for ultra fast file transfers in a portable SSD featuring a minimalist design and a sleek, green LED accent light
- Perfect solution for external Xbox or PlayStation storage with faster installation and loading
- Store loads of photos, files, and videos with up to 2TB of massive space
- Seamlessly connect to a Mac laptop, mini PC, or desktop computer using the reversible USB-C cable and help keep files protected and synced with the included backup software and Sync Plus software
- Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included limited product protection plan and three-year Rescue Services
Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive HDD
STGX5000400 by Seagate
- Release date: 08/06/2019
- Color: Black
- Weight: 0.58 pounds
- Dimensions: 4.6 x 3.2 x 0.8 inches
- Warranty: 2 year limited warranty
- Easily store and access 5TB of content on the go with the Seagate portable drive, a USB external hard Drive
- Designed to work with Windows or Mac computers, this external hard drive makes backup a snap just drag and drop
- To get set up, connect the portable hard drive to a computer for automatic recognition software required
- This USB drive provides plug and play simplicity with the included 18 inch USB 3.0 cable
- Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included 1 year limited warranty and 1 year Rescue Data Recovery Services
SanDisk 2TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD – 👑 Premium Pick
SDSSDE81-2T00-G25 by SanDisk
- Release date: 09/30/2020
- Weight: 0.17 pounds
- Dimensions: 0.4 x 2.3 x 4.4 inches
- Warranty: 5-year limited manufacturer warranty
- Save time storing and transferring data with powerful NVMe solid state performance featuring up to 2000MB/s read/write speeds. Requires compatible devices capable of reaching such speed. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.
- A forged aluminum chassis acts as a heat sink to deliver higher sustained speeds in a portable drive that’s tough enough to take on any adventure
- Travel worry-free with a 5-year limited manufacturer warranty (1) and a forged aluminum chassis-silicon shell combo that offers a premium feel and added protection
- Up to 2 meter drop protection and IP55 water and dust resistance (3), and a handy carabineer loop for securing your drive all deliver extra peace of mind when you’re out in the world
- Help keep private content private with the included password protection featuring 256‐bit AES hardware encryption. (2)
Crucial X6 2TB Portable SSD
CT2000X6SSD9 by Crucial
- Release date: 09/01/2020
- Weight: 0.09 pounds
- Dimensions: 2.7 x 0.4 x 2.5 inches
- Warranty: 3-year limited warranty
- HUGE CAPACITY: Up to 4TB, storage capacity - enough for up to 20,000 photos, 100 hours of video, 6,000 songs, or 400GB of documents with room to spare
- FAST: Read speeds up to 540MB/s – that's 3.8x faster than most hard drives
- TINY, LIGHTWEIGHT: Fits between your fingertips and weighs less than your car keys
- BROAD COMPATIBILITY: Works with PC, Mac, Android, iPad Pro8 (PS4, Xbox One, and USB-A computer require USB-A adapter, available separately)
- RELIABLE AND DURABLE: Backed by Micron, one of the largest manufacturers of flash storage in the world
SAMSUNG T5 Portable SSD 500GB
MU-PA500B/AM by Samsung
- Release date: 03/01/2019
- Color: Blue
- Weight: 0.1 pounds
- Dimensions: 0.4 x 3 x 2.2 inches
- Warranty: 3 Year limited
- Superfast read write speeds: SSD with V-NAND offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 540MB/s (up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs); Ideal for transferring large-sized data including 4K videos, high-resolution photos, games and more
- Compact and portable design: Top to bottom shock resistant metal design fits in the palm of your hand and easily slides in your pocket or purse to take work and entertainment on the go
- Secure encryption: Optional password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure
- Seamless connectivity: Includes USB type C to C and USB type C to A cables to connect to PCs, Macs, smartphones and other devices
- Warranty and compatibility: 3-year limited warranty; Requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher; Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported
