Ultimate External Storage Guide: Find the Perfect Drive for Your Needs (2024)

Performance that takes your productivity further Save, access and protect the content that matters to you with My Passport™ SSD, giving you read speeds of up to 1050MB/s2 and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s2 with NVMe™ technology.

Features: Expansion portable hard drive 2 TB The Seagate Expansion portable hard drive is compact and perfect for on-the-go. Instantly add storage space to your computer and take large files with you when you travel. Plug-in Instant Storage With high-capacity desktop options, portable HDD options that fit in your pocket, and SSDs that are super light and credit card-sized — there is an Expansion drive for you. Drag and drop file saving, right out of the box Fast data transfer with USB 3.0 connectivity Compatible with Windows and Mac

Speed up the flow. Move files faster. All on the Go with a portable external SSD The rugged SanDisk® Extreme Portable SSD delivers high-speed transfers with up to 550MB/s read speeds.7 This makes it perfect for saving and editing hi-res photos and videos. With an IP55 rating, it also stands up to rain, splashes, spills, and dust.1

Finish First with Powerful SSD Performance From the brand trusted by professional photographers worldwide, the SanDisk Extreme PRO® Portable SSD provides powerful solid state performance in a rugged, dependable storage solution. Nearly 2x as fast as our previous generation!

Finish First with Powerful SSD Performance From the brand trusted by professional photographers worldwide, the SanDisk Extreme PRO® Portable SSD provides powerful solid state performance in a rugged, dependable storage solution. Nearly 2x as fast as our previous generation!

Crucial X9 2TB Portable SSD CT2000X9SSD9 Dependable storage for your favorite devices, wherever you go — that’s what the Crucial X9 Portable SSD offers. 1. MB/s speed measured by Crucial as maximum sequential performance of device on a high-performance desktop computer with Crystal Disk Mark (version 8.0.4 for x64). Your performance may vary. 2. Some of the storage capacity is used for formatting and other purposes and is not available for data storage. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes. 3. Comparative speed claims measured against maximum reported speeds from mainstream portable HDD manufacturers. Your performance may vary. 4. Up to 7.5 ft/2 meters without impact to data on a carpeted floor. 5. Compatibility may vary and may be contingent on device formatting and host capabilities. Compatible Android devices must be able to work with USB Mass Storage over OTG. Operating system updates and reformatting may be required. 6. Based on average photo size of 6MB, video at 4K/60fps in H264 format at 24GB/hr and 200GB for AAA games. 7. Best speeds available with USB Type-C to C cable on USB 3.2 Gen2 supported devices. Use USB Type-A adapter for older devices. 8. Ships in exFAT format. Can be reformatted into NTFS, APFS or other formats. Reformatting will result in loss of data from the drive. 9. Valid for 3 years from the original date of purchase, or before writing the maximum total bytes written (TBW) as published in the product datasheet and as measured in the product’s SMART data, whichever comes first. 10. One-month complimentary Adobe Acrobat Pro plan available with eligible Crucial SSD purchase. Adobe Acrobat Pro and Crucial product registration required for redemption. Eligible Crucial X9 SSDs: CT4000X9SSD9, CT2000X9SSD9, CT1000X9SSD9 must be purchased between September 26, 2023 and December 31, 2024. Offer limited to one redemption per eligible Crucial SSD purchase and registration; up to two per Adobe Creative Cloud user account, subject to acceptance of applicable Terms of Use, while activation code supplies last. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Micron Technology reserves the right to change or discontinue this offer at any time without notice.

Crucial X10 Pro 1TB Portable SSD CT1000X10PROSSD9 Elevate your video editing experience with the Crucial X10 Pro SSD: the portable drive that packs a palm-sized punch.

Introducing KIOXIA’s portable SSD, the EXCERIA PLUS G2 Portable SSD series. Now smaller and lighter compared to the EXCERIA PLUS Portable SSD, the G2’s chic and timeless design takes mobility to the next level. Well-suited for content creators, KIOXIA's BiCS FLASH™ 3D flash memory helps deliver speeds of up to 1,050MB/s read*1. The EXCERIA PLUS G2 Portable SSD series prioritizes portability with a shockproof housing*3 that fits up to 2TB of data in the palm of your hand for today’s on-the-go users.

Introducing KIOXIA’s portable SSD, the EXCERIA PLUS G2 Portable SSD series. Now smaller and lighter compared to the EXCERIA PLUS Portable SSD, the G2’s chic and timeless design takes mobility to the next level. Well-suited for content creators, KIOXIA's BiCS FLASH™ 3D flash memory helps deliver speeds of up to 1,050MB/s read*1. The EXCERIA PLUS G2 Portable SSD series prioritizes portability with a shockproof housing*3 that fits up to 2TB of data in the palm of your hand for today’s on-the-go users.

● Supports USB 3.2 Gen2 x2 ● Performance up to 2000MB/s ● Highly portable, lightweight, and compact form factor ● Supports new generation game consoles ● Supports multiple operating systems support

Crucial X10 1TB Portable SSD

Key Features: Up to 2000MB/s read, 2000MB/s write speeds Blazing-fast USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 performance Rated IP66 to protect against both water and dust, the rugged design is built to withstand up to 3-meter drops and falls, making it perfect for outdoor and extreme environments Supports Apple ProRes recording – shoot directly to the drive in up to 4K 60FPS with iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max Stays cool even at top speeds, so performance is never sacrificed Compatible with PC, Mac, Android, iPhone 15 series, cameras, gaming consoles, and more Includes a Type-C and USB-A all-in-one cable Includes Lexar DataShield, a 256-bit AES encryption advanced security solution

Lexar 1TB SL500 Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Read, Compatible w/Type-C Laptops, iPhone 15, Smartphones, Tablets, PS5, Xbox, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, Slim and Lightweight, External SSD (LSL500X001T-RNBNG)

Game Your Way Anywhere Dominate in style with the powerful WD_BLACK P40 Game Drive SSD. The downloadable WD_BLACK dashboard gives you full control over the LED light display for a personalized experience every time you play (Windows® only). This high-performance SSD storage features blazing speeds in a compact and shock-resistant design, making it easy take with you anywhere. Light Up Your Game Customize your drive’s RGB lighting with the downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard (Windows only) to show off your style and make every play personal. Kick Loading into Overdrive Beat your competition into the match with a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface and speeds up to 2,000MB/s.2 Dominate Anywhere Compete and conquer on the go with a compact and portable form factor that makes it easy to take your gaming library with you.

Performance that takes your productivity further Experience seamless content management with My Passport Portable SSD, offering blazing-fast read speeds of up to 1050MB/s2 and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s2 powered by NVMe™ technology. Now, My Passport Portable SSD is compatible with iPhone 15 Plus/Pro/Max smartphones, enabling effortless data transfer and storage optimization. Free up space quickly and effortlessly while ensuring your valuable content remains accessible and protected. ACCELERATED PERFORMANCE Larger files and more content demand next-level performance. The My Passport SSD delivers read speeds of up to 1050MB/s2 and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s2, and capacities of up to 4TB1 so you can access your digital world anytime, anywhere. PASSWORD PROTECTION WITH HARDWARE ENCRYPTION Your digital world is invaluable. Help keep your data safe with password enabled 256-bit AES hardware encryption and simple backup. TAKING DURABILITY TO GREATER HEIGHTS Carry your data with confidence. The My Passport SSD has a bold, metal design that is tough enough to handle whatever comes your way. Shock and vibration resistant. Drop resistant up to 6.5ft (1.98m). SIMPLE BACKUP Included backup software3 makes it easy to enable simple back up of high-capacity files to your drive or cloud service account.4 Set it and forget it! Compatible with Apple Time Machine (requires reformatting). THE NEW LOOK OF SSD PERFORMANCE Stylishly designed in a range of colors, enclosed in a compact sleek metal design. The My Passport SSD is engineered from the ground up to be a quality drive, inside and out, to deliver reliable performance. It’s a trusted drive built with WD reliability.

Performance that takes your productivity further Experience seamless content management with My Passport Portable SSD, offering blazing-fast read speeds of up to 1050MB/s2 and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s2 powered by NVMe™ technology. Now, My Passport Portable SSD is compatible with iPhone 15 Plus/Pro/Max smartphones, enabling effortless data transfer and storage optimization. Free up space quickly and effortlessly while ensuring your valuable content remains accessible and protected. ACCELERATED PERFORMANCE Larger files and more content demand next-level performance. The My Passport SSD delivers read speeds of up to 1050MB/s2 and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s2, and capacities of up to 4TB1 so you can access your digital world anytime, anywhere. PASSWORD PROTECTION WITH HARDWARE ENCRYPTION Your digital world is invaluable. Help keep your data safe with password enabled 256-bit AES hardware encryption and simple backup. TAKING DURABILITY TO GREATER HEIGHTS Carry your data with confidence. The My Passport SSD has a bold, metal design that is tough enough to handle whatever comes your way. Shock and vibration resistant. Drop resistant up to 6.5ft (1.98m). SIMPLE BACKUP Included backup software3 makes it easy to enable simple back up of high-capacity files to your drive or cloud service account.4 Set it and forget it! Compatible with Apple Time Machine (requires reformatting). THE NEW LOOK OF SSD PERFORMANCE Stylishly designed in a range of colors, enclosed in a compact sleek metal design. The My Passport SSD is engineered from the ground up to be a quality drive, inside and out, to deliver reliable performance. It’s a trusted drive built with WD reliability.