SanDisk Extreme
Score: 80/100
Toshiba Canvio Advance 1TB Red
Score: 71/100Rankings
The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD 1TB offers fast 1050 MB/s reads in a lightweight, IP65-rated case with hardware encryption. Its speed is modest compared with newer ultra-fast SSDs and the build is less premium than metal alternatives. Best for creators needing rugged, portable storage at a reasonable price.
The Toshiba Canvio Advance 1 TB is a compact, bus-powered portable HDD offering respectable HDD speeds and a lightweight design for everyday backups. Its proprietary micro-USB connector and need to stay flat limit flexibility and convenience. Best for budget-conscious users needing simple, portable storage without high-speed demands.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 1,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 152 MB/s | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 137 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.052 kgbest | 0.15 kg |
5 yearsbest | 2 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.7 mmbest | 14 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.0 |
USB Version | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 3.0 |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 2 years |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 152 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 137 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.052 kg | 0.15 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 9.7 mm | 14 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Extreme Portable SSD 1TB for its high sequential read speed, noting it delivers smoother playback when editing video files. They also appreciate its lightweight, bus-powered design and the inclusion of both USB-C and USB-A adapters, which together make it a solid choice for creators on the move.
Everyday users have limited publicly documented feedback, but the available comments emphasize appreciation for the drive's speed, portability, and cross-platform compatibility.
“the speed of this SSD mainly when reading files will provide smoother playback”
“Works fast, well and easily”
“absolutely terrible connection”
Professional reviewers consider the Canvio Advance a solid, highly portable backup drive that delivers respectable HDD speeds and quiet operation, but they caution that it lacks modern connectivity options like USB-C and falls short of SSD performance, making it unsuitable for high-speed or professional workloads.
Everyday users generally love the drive's ease of use, large capacity, and quiet, portable design, while repeatedly noting the cheap plastic feel, proprietary connector, and the need to keep it flat to avoid noise. Overall sentiment is positive for basic backup and storage needs.
