Transcend 2TB External SSD
Score: 83/100
Corsair EX400U 2TB
Score: 74/100Rankings
Transcend's 2 TB ESD410 combines flagship-class 2000 MB/s speeds with rugged IPX5 and MIL-STD-810G protection, targeting creators who need fast off-load and field durability. It lacks hardware encryption and a bundled cable, making it less ideal for security-focused users.
The Corsair EX400U is an ultra-compact USB4 SSD delivering some of the fastest portable read speeds on the market and a unique MagSafe feature for iPhone creators, though it lacks ruggedness and full write-speed potential.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GB | 2,048 GBbest | |
2,000 MB/s | 4,000 MB/sbest | |
2,000 MB/s | 3,600 MB/sbest | |
5 yearsbest | 3 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 180 g | 92 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 12.5 mm | 11.9 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 96.5 mm | 64.3 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 53.6 mmbest | 64 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB4 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 2000 MB/s | 4000 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 2000 MB/s | 3600 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 5 years | 3 years |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 2048 GB |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | USB-C PD |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 180 g | 92 g |
Thickness (mm) | 12.5 mm | 11.9 mm |
Length (mm) | 96.5 mm | 64.3 mm |
Width (mm) | 53.6 mm | 64 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the ESD410 as a premium portable SSD that matches flagship speeds while adding water resistance and military-grade durability, though they note the absence of hardware encryption.
Customers praise the blazing-fast transfers and ProRes recording capability, but mention the missing cable, lack of hardware encryption, and the dark-blue finish showing scratches.
“Users appreciate the blazing-fast transfer speeds, especially when moving large video files.”
“Many iPhone users praise the ability to record ProRes video directly to the drive.”
“One user mentioned the lack of a bundled USB-C to USB-C cable in the box.”
Professional reviewers praise the EX400U's groundbreaking speed, tiny form factor, and MagSafe integration, while noting the write-speed shortfall, modest endurance, and absence of encryption or rugged features.
Users love the lightning-fast transfers and iPhone attachment, but express concerns about write-speed limits, durability, and lack of encryption.
