SanDisk Creator Pro 1TB
Score: 66/100
SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD 2TB
Score: 77/100Rankings
A rugged, PS5-certified portable SSD offering 1000 MB/s speeds, IP65 protection, and hardware encryption, ideal for gamers and creators but limited by USB 3.2 Gen 2 bandwidth and inability to run games directly.
A high-performance NVMe portable SSD with rugged IP65 protection and fast 2000 MB/s speeds, aimed at creative professionals, but limited by host compatibility and lack of encryption.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 2,000 GBbest | |
2,000 MB/sbest | 1,000 MB/s | |
2,000 MB/sbest | 1,000 MB/s | |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 77.5 g | 71 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 9.7 mmbest | 9.7 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 100.8 mmbest | 100.8 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 9.7 mmbest | 52.6 mm |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Interface | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 2000 MB/s | 1000 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 2000 MB/s | 1000 MB/s |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 2000 GB |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 77.5 g | 71 g |
Width (mm) | 9.7 mm | 52.6 mm |
Height (mm) | 52.6 mm | 9.7 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Creator Pro for delivering true 2000 MB/s NVMe performance over USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, noting the forged aluminum chassis eliminates thermal throttling, while pointing out the need for a Gen 2x2 host and the absence of hardware encryption.
Everyday users rave about the blazing-fast transfers and ruggedness, especially for on-location shoots, but complain about not reaching advertised speeds on older PCs, warmth during use, and short stiff cables.
“The drive's speed is a game-changer for my 4K footage.”
“I love the IP65 rating; it survived a rainstorm on set.”
“Needs a Gen 2x2 port to really shine; otherwise it's slower than expected.”
Professional reviewers laud the 2TB Extreme Portable SSD for its impressive NVMe-based performance, rugged IP65 construction, and official PlayStation 5 licensing, while noting the 5-year warranty and hardware encryption as confidence-boosting features.
Users praise the speed, durability, and carabiner loop, but note the inability to play PS5 games directly, occasional thermal throttling, and the short cable length.
