SanDisk Professional G-Drive 6TB
Score: 84/100
Lexar SL400
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Lexar SL400 is a 2 TB portable SSD with an integrated 4-port USB-C hub, delivering up to 1050 MB/s read speeds. Its trade-off is a modest 1-year warranty and a relatively thick chassis for an SSD. Ideal for content creators needing fast, rugged, hub-enabled storage on the go.
The SanDisk Professional G-Drive 6 TB delivers enterprise-grade reliability and fast USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 performance, making it a solid stationary solution for creative professionals. Its heavy aluminum chassis and occasional speed shortfalls make it unsuitable for portable or on-the-go use. Ideal for studio environments where durability and Mac integration are priorities.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6,000 GBbest | 2,000 GB | |
250 MB/s | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
240 MB/s | 1,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.98 kg | 0.159 kgbest |
5 yearsbest | 1 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 63.5 mm | 35.1 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 6000 GB | 2000 GB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 1 years |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 250 MB/s | 1050 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 240 MB/s | 1000 MB/s |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.98 kg | 0.159 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 63.5 mm | 35.1 mm |
Form Factor | Desktop | Portable SSD |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | External AC | bus-powered |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the G-DRIVE's enterprise-grade Ultrastar HDD, fast USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 throughput and Mac-centric features, while noting its heavy, non-portable form factor, real-world speed shortfalls and fingerprint-prone finish. They view it as a solid stationary solution for high-value media workflows but not a travel-ready device.
Everyday users praise the massive 6 TB capacity, Mac-ready Time Machine support and solid build quality, but repeatedly complain about the drive's bulk, slower-than-advertised speeds and the extra step of reformatting for Windows, as well as the fingerprint-attracting surface.
