SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
SanDisk
65 Overall Score
vs
Corsair 2TB SSD PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
Corsair
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
82 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
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
Transfer speed 8
Portability 7
Build quality 5
Reliability 4
Value for money 3
Thermal management 2
Corsair 2TB SSD PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| SanDisk Extreme Portable | Corsair 2TB SSD | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Form Factor | External | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | PCIe 5.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | — | 5★ |
| 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 | — | PS5031-E31T |
| Reliability | ||
| Endurance (TBW) | No data | |
| MTBF (hours) | 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)
Corsair 2TB SSD PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong random (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong speed (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong feature (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong endurance (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average affordability (20th percentile)20th %ile
Pricing
SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 20.217score per dollar
vs
Corsair 2TB SSD PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 22800.183score per dollar
SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Corsair 2TB SSD
Scores 84 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 18 specs.
