Verbatim Vx450 128GB
Score: 58/100
Verbatim Portable SSD 256GB
Score: 60/100Rankings
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 Verbatim Vx450 128 GB SSD delivers solid USB 3.0 performance in a compact, shock-resistant package. It's a budget-friendly option for light-weight storage but lacks capacity and advanced security features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GB | 256 GBbest | |
450 MB/s | 625 MB/sbest | |
295 MB/sbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 45.4 gbest | 116 g |
24 monthsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 450 MB/s | 625 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 45.4 g | 116 g |
Form Factor | 2.5-inch portable | Portable SSD |
Power & Connectivity(2) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered via USB | Bus-powered |
Included Cable Type | USB 3.0 cable | USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Vx450 as a high-performance portable SSD that brings near-internal SSD speeds to the USB 3.0 world, while noting speed dependence on the host's USB controller.
Everyday users appreciate the fast read performance, plug-and-play ease, and pocket-sized form factor, though they note slower sustained write speeds and limited capacity.
“really not bad for the price”
“smooth performance when running games from the drive”
“Compact size makes it perfect for travel”
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.
