SanDisk Extreme 500GB
Score: 35/100
Samsung 870 EVO 1TB
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Samsung 870 EVO 1TB SATA SSD offers near-maximum SATA III performance, strong random IOPS, high endurance, and robust encryption, making it a top choice for upgrading legacy desktops and laptops.
The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD 500 GB offers near-top-tier NVMe speeds in a rugged, IP55-rated case with built-in hardware encryption, making it ideal for creators on the move. Some users note a flimsy USB-A adapter, occasional early failures, and thermal warm-up under heavy use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
500 GB | 1,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 560 MB/s | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 530 MB/s | |
— | 98,000 IOPSbest | |
— | 88,000 IOPSbest | |
— | 600 TBWbest | |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.5 Wbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 560 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 530 MB/s |
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | SATA 6 Gb/s |
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 500 GB | 1000 GB |
Design & Build(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 52 g | 45.0 g |
Thickness (mm) | 9.6 mm | 69.85 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Extreme Portable SSD for delivering near-top tier performance (1050 MB/s) in a rugged, IP55-rated package, emphasizing its suitability for 4K video editing and secure data handling. They note the absence of a metal heatsink as the main drawback, but conclude that passive cooling is adequate for typical use cases.
Everyday users love the SSD's tiny footprint, durability, and speed for photo/video backups, often highlighting the handy carabiner loop. Complaints focus on occasional early failures, a flimsy USB-A adapter, the default exFAT format, and the device warming under heavy use.
“a premier option in the world of SATA SSDs”
“faster boot times”
Professional reviewers hail the 870 EVO as the premier SATA SSD, emphasizing its record-setting 4K random performance, reliable V-NAND controller, and the comprehensive Magician suite.
Everyday users praise dramatically faster boot times and system responsiveness, while noting the missing SATA cable and occasional slowdown when the drive fills up.
