SanDisk Extreme 500GB
Score: 35/100
Samsung 870 EVO 500GB
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Samsung 870 EVO 500GB SATA SSD provides dependable SATA III performance, strong random IOPS, and robust encryption, making it a solid upgrade for legacy PCs 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 GBbest | 500 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 560 MB/s | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 530 MB/s | |
— | 98,000 IOPSbest | |
— | 88,000 IOPSbest | |
— | 300 TBWbest | |
5 yearsbest | 3 years | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.2 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) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 5 years | 3 years |
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 praise the 870 EVO as a top-tier SATA SSD with excellent performance, high endurance, and strong reliability thanks to Samsung's V-NAND and MKX controller.
Users report dramatic speed gains after upgrading from HDDs, noting near-instant boot times and smoother applications, while noting the SATA speed ceiling and missing accessories.
