Latest about External SSDs
New 2 GB/s external SSD has a tiny screen for real-time updates on health and performance
Nextorage launches the NX-PFS1PROB external SSD with capacities ranging from 1TB to 8TB, featuring added security features.
SanDisk Extreme Pro With USB4 (2TB) review: Bursty speed, but not great for pros
Can SanDisk’s Extreme Pro USB4 SSD compete with impressive options from Corsair and LaCie? We ran the drive through our benchmark suite to find out.
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We've tested dozens of external hard drives and SSDs and chosen models that offer the best balance of performance, features and price.
Portable 1TB bamboo SSD is fast, but smells even better due to built-in aroma diffuser
Apacer launches the AS712 portable SSD, made from natural bamboo and reservoir silt and featuring an essential oil diffuser.
LaCie Rugged SSD4 4TB review: Impressive 40 Gbps speed on Mac and PC
Rugged and ready for speed where you need it
Kioxia Exceria Plus G2 (2TB) review: Convex and compact
Kioxia’s Exceria Plus G2 external drive is compact and feels premium, while delivering mostly the performance you’d expect from a 10 Gbps SSD.
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.
