Latest about External SSDs
Crucial's X9 Pro 4TB external SSD is now $100 off — fast and portable storage for $198 in this early Prime Day deal
Deals Compact and super portable, Crucial's X9 Pro combines speed with a tiny form factor, and is currently discounted by $100.
Crucial X10 Portable SSD (4TB) review: 20 Gbps, up to 8TB
Crucial’s latest X10 portable SSD is faster and roomier than its predecessors, but USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 feels dated now that USB4 is readily available.
Silicon Motion's new SM2324 enables USB4 SSD control with up to 32TB supported
Silicon Motion's new SM2324 single-chip controller for external SSDs enables high-capacity, low-power external SSDs with up to 32TB and 4,000 MB/s read speeds over a 40 Gbps USB4 interface.
Sabrent's USB Type-C M.2 SSD Enclosure reduced to just $22 at Amazon
The Sabrent USB 3.2 Type-C M.2 SSD Enclosure is available for $22, one of its best ever prices according to data from CamelCamelCamel.
Best External SSDs 2025
We've tested dozens of external hard drives and SSDs and chosen models that offer the best balance of performance, features and price.
Corsair EX400U review: Game-changing USB4 speed in a magnetic, phone-friendly form factor
4,000 MB/s external storage at 2,000 MB/s pricing
LaCie Rugged SSD Pro5 Review: Fastest external storage – if you’re on an M4 Pro or Max Mac
LaCie’s Thunderbolt 5 drive is the fastest we’ve tested – but you may want to skip it even if you have TB5
Seagate Ultra-Compact SSD Review: Premium flash drive looks, mid-range speed
More performance, please
