Verbatim Portable SSD 256GB
Score: 60/100
Buffalo External SSD USB-C 1TB
Score: 58/100Rankings
The Verbatim Store 'n' Go 256 GB Portable SSD offers solid performance and a slim, lightweight design at a budget price, but it lacks premium features like hardware encryption and a rugged enclosure.
The BUFFALO 1TB External SSD is an ultra-light, PlayStation-licensed portable drive offering 600 MB/s read speeds and shock-resistant construction, aimed at gamers and casual users seeking easy plug-and-play storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GB | 1,000 GBbest | |
625 MB/sbest | 600 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 116 g | 17 gbest |
— | 36 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 1000 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 625 MB/s | 600 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 116 g | 17 g |
Form Factor | Portable SSD | portable |
Power & Connectivity(2) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | bus |
Included Cable Type | USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter | USB-C |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS, PS4, PS5 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the ultra-slim profile, solid-state reliability and respectable speed at a budget-friendly price, though they note it does not match the premium performance or ruggedness of higher-end competitors.
Everyday users praise the compact size, ease of use and speed boost over HDDs, while recurring complaints focus on lower-than-advertised speeds, plastic housing and lack of built-in encryption.
“It's half the size of my old spinning drives... doesn't have moving parts so it seems like they should be fairly reliable.”
“Plugged it in and it worked immediately”
“Fast and reliable performance”
Reviewers praise the drive's strong PlayStation integration and high read speed, but note the cheap plastic build and potential long-term performance inconsistencies.
Everyday users appreciate the speed and lightweight form factor for gaming, while some report fragile feel and occasional failures.
