SanDisk Extreme
Score: 92/100
Transcend ESD410 2TB
Score: 86/100Rankings
The SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD delivers fast 1050 MB/s read performance in a lightweight, IP65-rated package. Its single capacity option and speeds below newer 2 TB models limit its appeal for power users. Best suited for creators who need rugged, fast, and versatile portable storage.
The Transcend ESD410 provides 2 TB of storage with 2,000 MB/s read/write performance, MIL-STD-810G shock resistance, IPX5 water resistance, and 256-bit AES encryption. Sustained write speeds fall after the 64 GB pSLC cache and full speed requires a compatible host. Perfect for field-working videographers needing rugged, high-speed storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 2,048 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 52 gbest | 65 g |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest | |
3 mbest | 3 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gbps) |
OS Compatibility | iOS 13+, Android 11+, macOS 11+, Windows 10+ | iPhone17/15/16/iPad/Mac/Tablets/PS5/Windows/Android |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 52 g | 65 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 101x52x10 mm | 42×79×14.5 mm mm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB-C cable and USB-A adapter | USB‑C to‑C cable, USB‑A to‑C cable |
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 2048 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 2000 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 2000 MB/s |
Features(1) | ||
IP Rating | IP65 | IPX5 |
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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.
Professional reviewers such as SSD-Tester and Guru3D highlighted the drive's lightning-fast peak throughput-over 2 GB/s in synthetic benchmarks-and its rugged construction that meets MIL-STD-810G and IPX5 standards. They praised its suitability for high-resolution video workflows but cautioned that sustained write speeds dip after the 64 GB pSLC cache is used up and that full performance requires a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 host.
“the speed of this SSD mainly when reading files will provide smoother playback”
