SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
Crucial T500 2TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
What Buyers Say
SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD is widely praised for its fast transfer speeds, compact size, and rugged build, making it a favorite among photographers and videographers. However, one verified reviewer reported disconnects during sustained heavy writes, which is a concern for long backup jobs. Overall, it's seen as a reliable and convenient portable storage solution, though a bit pricey.
Pros
- Fast transfer speeds
- Compact and lightweight
- Rugged build with water/dust resistance
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Reliable for everyday use
Cons
- Disconnects during sustained heavy writes
- Gets warm during long transfers
- Pricey compared to traditional drives
Crucial T500 2TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The Crucial T500 2TB SSD is highly praised for its fast performance and good value, with users noting it rivals more expensive drives. Installation is straightforward, though some mention the lack of a screw and potential fit issues with heatsinks in compact devices. A few users experienced minor software glitches after cloning, but overall satisfaction remains high.
Pros
- Fast read/write speeds
- Good value for money
- Easy installation
- Reliable brand
- Large storage capacity
Cons
- No screw included
- Potential fit issues with heatsinks
- Software glitches after cloning
Scores
Specifications
| SanDisk Extreme Portable | Crucial T500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Form Factor | External | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | — | 4★ |
| External | ✓ | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | ||
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | ||
| Random Read (IOPS) | No data | |
| Random Write (IOPS) | No data | |
| Hardware | ||
| NAND | TLC | TLC |
| DRAM Cache | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Controller | — | Phison E25 |
| Reliability | ||
| Endurance (TBW) | No data | |
| Warranty (years) | 5 | 5 |
| Features | ||
| Heatsink | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Hardware Encryption | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
- Strong feature (79th percentile)
- Strong capacity (78th percentile)
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average affordability (32nd percentile)
Crucial T500 2TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong random (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong speed (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average affordability (20th percentile)20th %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 17 specs.