12 best ssd hard drives

Product description

The WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD utilizes 3D NAND technology for capacities up to 4TB with enhanced reliability. Featuring an active power draw up to 25% lower than previous generations of WD Blue SSDs, you’re able to work longer before recharging your laptop, while sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s give the speed you want for your most demanding computing applications. Combined with the free, downloadable WD SSD Dashboard software and a 5-year limited warranty, you can confidently upgrade your system to the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD. |As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. | Active power draws are up to 25% lower during sequential reads than previous generations of WD Blue SSD at the 500GB capacity point. | As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = one million bytes per second and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = one billion bits per second.

• Sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/seconds; As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = one million bytes per second and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = one billion bits per second
• An industry leading 1.75M hrs mean time to failure (MTTF) and up to 500 TBs written (TBW) for enhanced reliability; MTTF based on internal testing using Telcordia stress part testing; TBW calculated using Jedec client workload (JESD219)
• WD F.I.T. Lab certification for compatibility with a wide range of computers
• 5 year manufacturer's limited warranty
• Free downloadable software to monitor the status of your drive and clone a drive, or backup your data
• An active power draw up to 25% lower than previous generations of WD Blue SSD

Product features

Enhanced reliability

You’re able to work longer before recharging your laptop while sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s give the speed you want for your most demanding computing applications. You can confidently upgrade your system to the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD.

Product description

The SSD you trust: The newest edition to the world's best-selling SATA SSD series, the Samsung 860 EVO SSD is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops. With the latest V-NAND technology, this fast and reliable Solid State Drive comes in a wide range of compatible form factors and capacities. Its enhanced performance delivers consistent speeds, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking, allowing for faster file transfers. The 860 EVO performs at sequential read speeds of up to 550MB/s with Intelligent TurboWrite technology, and sequential write speeds of up to 520MB/s. The TurboWrite buffer size is upgraded from 12GB to 78GB (performance may vary based on user's system hardware and configuration). The 860 EVO also offers boosted endurance of up to 8x higher TBW (Terabytes Written) than the 850 EVO. Feel secure storing and rendering large-sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications. The smart compatibility of the SSD lets you benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The refined ECC (Error Correction Code) algorithm and a new MJX controller generate higher speeds, and the improved queued trim enhances Linux compatibility. The 860 EVO provides reliability of 1.5 million hours (MTBF).Reliability (MTBF): 1.5 Million Hours Reliability (MTBF). Operating Temperature: 0 - 70 ℃ Operating Temperature, Cache Memory: Samsung 2 GB Low Power DDR4 SDRAM.

• Innovative V-Nand Technology: Powered by Samsung V-Nand technology, the 860 Evo SSD offers optimized performance for everyday computing as well as rendering large-sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications
• Enhanced read write speeds: Sequential read and write performance levels of up to 550MB/S and 520MB/S, respectively
• Secure encryption: Protect data by selecting security options, including Aes 256-Bit Hardware-Based encryption compliant with Tcg Opal and Ieee 1669
• Warranty and compatibility: 5-year limited warranty; Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Server 2003 (32 bit and 64 bit), Vista (SP1 and above), XP (SP2 and above), MAC OSX and Linux
• Included contents: 2.5 inches (7 millimeter) SATA 3 (6 GB/S) SSD & user manual (All other cables, screws, brackets not included); Reliability (MTBF): 1.5 Million hours reliability (MTBF)
• System RAM type: DDR SDRAM

Product features

The SSD You Trust

The Samsung 860 EVO is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops. With the latest V-NAND technology, this fast and reliable SSD comes in a wide range of compatible form factors and capacities.

Enhanced Performance

Speeds are consistent, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking allowing for faster file transfer. The 860 EVO performs at sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s* with Intelligent TurboWrite technology, and sequential write speeds up to 520 MB/s. The TurboWrite buffer size* is upgraded from 12 GB to 78 GB.

*Performance may vary based on SSD's firmware version and system hardware & configuration. For more information on the TurboWrite, please visit the manufacture website

Boosted Endurance

Up to 8x higher TBW* than the 850 EVO. Feel secure storing and rendering large sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications.

*TBW: Terabytes Written

Smart Compatibility

Benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The refined ECC* algorithm and a new MJX controller generate higher speeds, and the improved queued trim enhances Linux compatibility.

*Error Correction Code

Multiple Form Factors

Whatever size your computer needs, there is an 860 EVO for you. Choose among the 2.5-inch size for desktop PCs and laptops, and the SATA-based M.2 (2280) or the mSATA for ultra-slim computing devices.

Management Software

Samsung Magician software is designed to help you manage your SSD with a simple and intuitive user interface.

• Firmware updates: Get notifications when new firmware is released, and easily install updates for enhanced performance, stability, and compatibility.
• Performance benchmark: Check your SSD's sequential and random read/write speeds, so you can maintain superb performance.
• Data security: The 860 EVO supports AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption and is compliant with TCG Opal and IEEE 1667.

Product description

The Samsung T5 Portable SSD has the latest in Samsung V-NAND flash memory technology. Its portable design, blazing fast transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s, shock resistance, and secure encryption make it the best portable SSD on the market.

• Superfast read write speeds: SSD with V-NAND offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 540MB/s (up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs); Ideal for transferring large-sized data including 4K videos, high-resolution photos, games and more
• Compact and portable design: Top to bottom shock resistant metal design fits in the palm of your hand and easily slides in your pocket or purse to take work and entertainment on the go
• Secure encryption: Optional password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure
• Seamless connectivity: Includes USB type C to C and USB type C to A cables to connect to PCs, Macs, smartphones and other devices
• Warranty and compatibility: 3-year limited warranty; Requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher; Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported

User questions & answers

Question:	I just bought i want to use with an imac and a pc should i plug it in when i get it to imac first and if i do can i drag pc files to it after
Answer:	I would do a clean format of it on the imac first, you can choose exFAT (it will work on both PC and mac) or you can choose Mac OS Extended (HFS+) which is more stable than exFAT, but you will need software on your PC to read/write to the drive. If the PC is your main machine I would just choose exFAT.
Question:	How long is the usb cable
Answer:	Measured at 16 inches.
Question:	Should the cable go in smoothly, or does it kind of snap in and need some pull to come out? Just got mine and wondering if that is normal
Answer:	The first one I got the cable did not fit well and Samsung replaced the drive. The second one has been fine
Question:	If i use this drive on my 2012 imac with usb 3.0, will the transfer speeds be less than 540mb/s
Answer:	Your iMac has USB 3.0 which is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1. That has about half the theoretical maximum transfer rate of USB 3.1 Gen 2, which is the interface used by this drive. On the upside, it is still fully compatible with USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 and while the transfer rate you’ll experience will be lower than if you had a computer with Gen 2 USB, it really isn’t that much slower in actual use. If you’re moving from any spinning platter drive to an SSD regardless of the interface you were using with the platter drive, you will see a HUGE performance improvement using this external SSD drive.

Product features

The World in your Pocket

Get your entertainment, coursework, or games anywhere, on any device. Feel the freedom of huge storage and speedy transfers to laptops, smartphones, game consoles and more. The latest T5 easily slides in your pocket or purse, with multiple color options that complement your sense of style.

Fast Transfer Speeds

With Samsung V-NAND flash memory and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface, the T5 provides transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s*, that’s up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs**. Transfers and backups of large-sized data including 4K videos and high-resolution photos will be much quicker and faster.

*Performance may vary depending on host configuration. Must support USB 3.1 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled.

**Based on internal test results compared to a Samsung external HDD 500GB.

Solid Inside and Out

The T5 has no moving parts and a sturdy metal body, so it can handle drops of up to 2 meters*. The optional password protection with AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure*.

*The internal free fall shock test was conducted under controlled conditions.

Management Software

Manage your data easily with new intuitive software for PCs and Macs* that makes it simple to set the password and get the latest firmware updates. You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets.**

*Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher. Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported.

**Firmware update requires PC or Mac connection. Android app available on Google Play.

Product description

The PNY CS900 2.5-Inch SATA-III (6 GB/s) solid state Drive (SSD) is an excellent choice for a mainstream solid state Drive (SSD) Upgrade from a hard disk Drive (HDD). The CS900 drive is designed for an easy and cost-effective HDD replacement in the existing PC system to help realize faster boot times, quicker application launches, and better overall system performance. With no moving parts, PNY CS900 is highly durable, less likely to fail, and supports up to 3 years of warranty.

• Upgrade your laptop or desktop computer and feel the difference with super-fast OS Boot times and application loads
• Exceptional performance offering up to 550MB/s seq. Read and 500MB/s seq. Write speeds
• Superior performance as compared to traditional hard drives (HDD)
• Ultra low power consumption. Ideal for hard disk drive replacement, photo and video storage, and boot drives

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the endurance rating for this drive? (pny cs900 480gb ) in dwpd or tbw (if you don't know the number, please don't answer
Answer:	You would have to read/write over 300 terabytes, yes TERABYTES, for the ssd to fail. Unless of course you get a bad drive from the start.
Question:	will this work with dell Optiplex 790 minitower pc
Answer:	If your computer has a free 2.5" hard drive bay and can accept SATA II or greater hard drives this should work.
Question:	my laptop only has one slot for an ssd how exactly would I go about cloning my OS onto this new ssd using the included cloning software
Answer:	With the SSD you do get a free OEM version of Acronis True Image(available for Windows only, for Mac you can use Time Machine) to clone the SSD with. You would need to have means of connecting the SSD or hard drive to the laptop such as a SATA to USB adapter or USB SATA dock. The best method would be to Download and install Acronis. Once Acronis is installed and activated, get a USB flash drive(at least 2GB in capacity) and use that to create a rescue media drive (instructions on how to do that can be found here, https://kb.acronis.com/content/60820 ). Once the rescue media drive is created, install the new SSD into the laptop and have the original drive connected externally then boot the laptop from the rescue media drive and the clone process will start.
Question:	Mlc or tlc
Answer:	MLC is no longer used in cheap consumer SSD. In a few years TLC won't be either as it will be mostly QLC. Most people want cheap $/GB, not 50-100+ years expected lifetime when 5-10 is more than enough.

Product features

Performance & Productivity

The CS900 is the ideal solution for a solid state drive (SSD) upgrade from a hard disk drive (HDD). It offers all the most sought after features at an excellent value. Do more in less time with speeds of up to 550MB/s read and 515MB/s write; boot up, power down, and load applications in seconds.

Enhanced Reliability & Endurance

With no moving parts and non-volatile NAND, the CS900 is 30 times more robust and less prone to failure than traditional hard drives (HDD). The CS900 can withstand extreme environments, and retain data even when dropped.

Compatibility & Ease of Use

The CS900 is the ideal solution for a hard drive replacement in both MAC and PC systems.

Product description

Sequential Read/Write performance reaching up to 560/530 MB/s provides best in class performance via the SATA interface. Accelerated read performance up to 13% faster than 860 QVO for added benefits for everyday computing. 870 QVO provides adequate amount of TBW for daily use, equivalent to 3 bit MLC SSDs and offers up to 1,440 TBW guaranteed endurance. Expanded capacity up to 4TB for client SSD in 2.5” 7mm form factor. Up To Three Year Limited Warranty. * Warrantied TBW : 360 TBW for 1TB model, 720 TBW for 2TB model and 1,440 TBW for 4TB model.* Limited warranty up to 3 years or up to the TBW for each capacity, whichever comes first. For more information on warranty, please find the enclosed warranty statement in the package.

• GO BIG, DO MORE: The 870 QVO is Samsung’s latest 2nd generation QLC SSD with up to 8TB of storage capacity
• ENHANCED IN EVERY WAY: With an expanded, SATA interface limit of 560/530 MB/s sequential speeds, the 870 QVO improves random access speed and sustained performance
• BOOST CAPACITY: The 870 QVO is available in 1, 2, 4 and 8TB
• RELIABLE AND SUSTAINABLE: The capacity of the 8TB 870 QVO increases reliability up to 2,880 TBW using a refined ECC algorithm for stable performance
• UPGRADE WITH EASE: Upgrading to 870 QVO is now easier than ever for anyone with a desktop PC or laptop that supports a standard 2.5 inch SATA form factor
• SAMSUNG MAGICIAN SOFTWARE: Manage your drive and enhance its performance with tools that keep up with the latest updates and monitor the drive's health and status
• WORLD'S #1 FLASH MEMORY BRAND: All firmware and components, including Samsung's world renowned DRAM and NAND, are produced in house, allowing end to end integration for quality you can trust

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this a legit posting? No reviews yet so
Answer:	Yes, bought one and installed it last week. Works like a charm.
Question:	Does it have power loss protection
Answer:	No that would be a PC supported thing. Not a ssd, you computer would need to have a internal battery with the support of data save
Question:	Does it come with a sata cabel
Answer:	It does not, I had to order extra data cables along with it.
Question:	Will this work on Macbook Pro 2012 non-retina A
Answer:	You will have to ( CLONE ) the drive in order for it to work in your MacBook you can use ( CARBON COPY CLONER ) it will transfer all the DATA. From your old HHD to the SSD

Product features

Go big, do more.

The 870 QVO is Samsung’s latest 2nd generation QLC SSD with up to 8TB of storage capacity. Dependable storage for PCs and laptops, with performance you can trust.

Enhanced in every way

With an expanded SATA interface limit of 560/530 MB/s sequential speeds, the 870 QVO improves random access speed and sustained performance. Intelligent TurboWrite accelerates write speeds and maintains long-term high performance with a larger variable buffer.¹

Boost capacity

The 870 QVO is currently available in 1, 2, 4, and 8TB. Upgrade to the latest in SATA SSD technology to thrive in today’s digital world.²

Reliable and sustainable

The capacity of the 1TB 870 QVO increases reliability up to 360 TBW (terabytes written) using a refined ECC (error-correcting code) algorithm for stable performance.

Upgrade with ease

Upgrading to 870 QVO is now easier than ever for anyone with a desktop PC or laptop that supports a standard 2.5-inch SATA form factor. Simply plug in the 870 QVO into a SATA slot and let the updated migration software take care of the rest.

Samsung Magician software

Keep your SSD in check with Samsung Magician 6.1 software. Manage your drive and enhance its performance with a wide range of useful tools to keep up with the latest updates and monitor the drive's health and status.

Product description

The light, pocket-sized Portable SSD T7 delivers fast speeds with easy and reliable data storage for transfering large files. Whether you're storing critical business documents, games, or movies, the Portable SSD T7 gives you speed and durability in a palm-sized package. Introducing the new standard in external storage, available in three capacities to suit your needs: 500GB, 1TB, or 2TB.

• TRANSFER IN A FLASH: Transfers files nearly 9. 5x faster than external hard disk drive (HDD). Reads up to 1,050 MB/s / Writes up to 1,000 MB/s on USB 3.2 Gen 2 supported devices
• SAMSUNG RECOMMENDS users to download the latest firmware update via the included Portable SSD Software 1.0 to ensure optimal performance
• Data transfer speed may vary depending on the user’s PC environment and the types of data being transferred. USB 3.2 Gen2 and UASP support are required for maximum transfer speed (1,050MB/s)
• SAMSUNG RECOMMENDS the usage of the included USB Type-C to C and USB Type-C to A cables. Non-original cables may cause performance degradation due to the varying internal resistance and maximum allowable currency
• BUILT STRONG & SECURE: Shock-resistant and withstands drops from 6ft
• ADVANCED HEAT CONTROL: DYNAMIC THERMAL GUARD (DTG) TECHNOLOGY protects the T7 (T7 Touch) from overheating by automatically slowing down the data transfer if necessary. DTG technology enhances product safety and reliability by preventing the T7 (T7 Touch) from reaching an excessively high temperature
• PASSWORD SECURITY

User questions & answers

Question:	Just for clarification, this 1tb version will work if i plug it into my S8+ without any additional hardware to retrieve and transer files? Thank you
Answer:	I routinely use it with my S9. No additional hardware needed. Samsung designed it to work well with Samsung devices.
Question:	Can i boot windows 10 directly using boot camp if i connect it to my mbp? im running out of storage on my mac so i don’t want to partitin&useboot camp
Answer:	Yes. You might need to Google how to use an external drive, but the read/write speeds on this are exceptional (1GB/s), and the USB-C to USB-C cable it comes with is top-notch (as is the USB-C to USB-A cable). Obviously, you're going to want to be vary careful not to move the cables when in-use.
Question:	Will this ssd work as a external hard drive for ps
Answer:	Yes, you should be able to use this as an external drive for the PS5 and get full speed on it as long as you plug it into one of the USB 3.2 ports. However, you will still not be able to play PS5 games off of it. You can play PS4 games off of it with improved load times. Per Daniel Bastian's answer regarding the Xbox Series X. You can use the T7 on Series X, but you will not get the full speed. Series X uses USB 3.1 gen 1 ports, which are slower than this SSD. For Series X, you would be better off buying the T5 SSD.
Question:	I am running mac os catalina. if i reformat the drive, will it erase the cache that’s built into the drive
Answer:	Reformatting this external SSD will not do anything to its cache. In any case, the cache is used only during read/write operations, you can’t directly address it as a user and don’t have to think about it at all. You can reformat in APFS for best Mac performance or use any other scheme you need, including multiple partitions each formatted differently.

Product features

Portable storage, on the go

The light, pocket-sized Portable SSD T7 delivers fast speeds with easy and reliable data storage for transfering large files. Whether you're storing critical business documents, games, or movies, the Portable SSD T7 gives you speed and durability in a palm-sized package. Introducing the new standard in external storage, available in three capacities to suit your needs: 500GB, 1TB, or 2TB.

Sleek and compact style

Roughly the size of a credit card and only weighing 2 ounces, the T7 fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and is light enough to take your files on the go.

Simple setup

The T7 comes embedded with software to help you set up a password to get the latest firmware updates for your PC, Mac, or Android mobile devices.⁵ You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets.⁶

Transfer in a flash

Transfer massive files within seconds with the incredible speed of USB 3.2 Gen 2 on the T7.¹ The embedded PCIe NVMe technology delivers blazing fast sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, respectively, making the T7 almost twice as fast as the previous T5 model.²

Built strong and secure

Unlike HDDs, the Portable SSD T7 has no moving parts so it's more resistant to shock. Plus, its solid aluminum unibody construction adds further protection, keeping your data safe from falls of up to 6 ft.³

Advanced heat control

Use T7 without the worry of overheating. Its advanced thermal solution uses ePCM technology and Dynamic Thermal Guard to withstand and control heat, so the Portable SSD stays at an optimal temperature even at fast speeds.⁴

Multi-device compatibility

Multi-device compatibility

Multi-device compatibility

The T7 is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles, and more.⁷ Included in the box are USB Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables for added convenience.⁸

Multi-device compatibility

Multi-device compatibility

Product description

Start your system in seconds store up to 2TB of data and upgrade with an SSD you can count on Join more and more people who are keeping their family videos travel photos music and important documents on an SSD and get the near-instant performance and lasting reliability that comes with solid state storage Upgrade with the Crucial MX500 SSD a drive built on quality speed and security that's all backed by helpful service and support Even if you've never installed an SSD don't fear - our step-by-step guide walks you through the process to make installation easy It's worth it.

• Sequential reads/writes up to 560/510 MB/s and random reads/writes up to 95k/90k on all file types
• Accelerated by micron 3D NAND technology
• Integrated power loss Immunity preserves all your saved work if the power unexpectedly gets cut
• AES 256 bit hardware based encryption keeps data safe and secure from hackers and thieves
• Crucial 5 year limited warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	will this fit inside a desktop, do i need to buy an adaptor bracket for a standard sized 3.5 inch drive bay
Answer:	Hello and thank you for your question. Yes, you can any of our 2.5 inch SSD's inside most desktop PC's and you may need 2.5 to 3.5 inch bracket to mount the drive in the HDD bay unless you desktop has the 2.5 brackets already.
Question:	Does that 5 year warranty have any tbw (terabytes written) restrictions
Answer:	Thank you for contacting Crucial and for your question. Yes the 5 year warranty on our MX500 series drives will have a terabyte written limit. I will leave you a PDF below that will go into more detail of these limitations. MX500 Warranty: http://www.crucial.com/wcsstore/CrucialSAS/pdf/product-flyer/crucial-mx500-ssd-productflyer-en.pdf
Question:	Will this drive work with a mid 2012 macbook pro? I haven't seen this model addressed yet. Thanks
Answer:	Yes. I just installed this drive in my son's mid-2012 13" Macbook Pro (non-retina) and the speed difference is amazing! I would recommend first updating your operating system to Mac OS X High Sierra which also updates the recovery partition on your Mac. When you install your new drive, hold down Option-Command R when powering on to boot into the recovery partition which will then allow you format and install the OS. If you happen to see a message that the Recovery server is not available, you probably just need to set the Macbook clock to the correct time with the command: date mmddhhmmyy. For example: date 0128140018 will set the date to January 28, 2pm, 2018. The date is set through the Terminal app, also available on the Recovery partition.
Question:	Does it include the 7mm to 9.5mm adapter
Answer:	Hello, Thank you for contacting Crucial. Yes, every new purchase of the MX500 will come with the 7mm to 9.5mm spacer. You will also receive a download link for free cloning software, as well as a link for online instructions to copy all of your data from your old drive, and move it over to the new one. Please let us know if you have any further questions or concerns so that we can assist you further.

Product features

Experience a faster, cooler, and quieter computer.

The MX500 uses an adaptable pool of high-speed flash memory to generate blistering speeds at a great price performance ratio. Crucial MX500, a solid combination.

Product description

Create at the speed of life. The SanDisk Extreme PRO portable SSD leverages our lightning-fast, in-house NVMe technology to dramatically increase transfer speeds to up to 1050MB/s , letting you move files faster and edit right from the drive. Its ruggedized case with up to 2-meter drop protection helps keep your content protected no matter where you take it. 1TB = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less. Read speed only; write speed lower. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on drive capacity, host device, usage conditions, and other factors. 1MB = 1,000,000 bytes. IEC 60529 IP55: Based on internal testing in 2019. Tested to withstand water flow (30 kPa) at 3 min.; limited dust contact does not interfere with operation. Must be clean and dry before use. USB Type-C cable and Type-A adaptor included Limited time complimentary offer included. Subscription required after. See terms at official SanDisk website. Offer subject to change. US only. 2M (6.5’) on a concrete floor.

• Save time moving and editing your files with our lightning-fast, in-house NVMe technology that dramatically increases transfer speeds to up to 1050MB/s. [Read speed only; write speed lower. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on drive capacity, host device, usage conditions, and other factors. 1MB = 1,000,000 bytes.]
• Ruggedized design with a forged aluminum body protects the SSD core and dissipates heat. Its IP55 rating lets you know that it’s water- and dust-resistant while its durable, silicon rubber coating delivers higher impact resistance. [ IEC 60529 IP55: Based on internal testing in 2019. Tested to withstand water flow (30 kPa) at 3 min.; limited dust contact does not interfere with operation. Must be clean and dry before use.]
• With capacity of up to 2TB, creative professionals have enough space for full libraries of content [1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.]
• Compact, pocket-sized design won’t weigh you down when you travel
• Universal compatibility with PCs and Mac computers with USB Type–C and Type-A connections, so you know it will work with the way you work [USB Type-C cable and Type-A adaptor included]

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this one have the option of Transferring files or photos from phone directly onto drive or is computer needed
Answer:	You should be able to access it thru the files app on an iPad or an iPhone as long as you have the correct cable. My iPad Pro will work great with it.
Question:	The posted dimensions do not seem correct when looking at user photos (4.34 inches x 2.24 inches x 1.68 inches). Is it really 1.68" high
Answer:	No - correct dimensions are 4.345" x 2.254" x 0.45" (just measured with my calipers) No clue how anyone could come up with 1.68 inches high. It's pretty small and faster than anything I've ever used.
Question:	Can I transfer smaller files
Answer:	Yes; you can think of 500GB as the drive's capacity (although the operation system will use up a tiny fraction of that total). You can use is just like any other hard drive. The only real difference is that it has no moving parts and the transfer rate is FAST!
Question:	Can this be used to provide cctv video storage (constantly reading/writing............forever
Answer:	No; nothing is forever. Solid state disks have a maximum number of writes, referred to as TBW (terrabytes written) which are typically 65 to 150 TBW. SanDisk estimates about 65-80 TBW depending on device. Putting this in perspective, TBW stands for Terabytes Written. It can also be referred to as “endurance”. It is a metric indicated by hardware manufactures to state how many terabytes could be written to the solid state disk (SSD) during it’s lifetime. The TBW metric is an important one to look out for when buying an SSD as it indicates how long a drive can be operational and useful before needing to replace it with a new one. For example, if your drive has a capacity of 100 GB's, and the drive was rated at 100 TBW, then this means that the drive can be fully rewritten 1024 times! (1 Terabyte = 1024 Gigabytes). Reading is forever, but writing is the limit... Solution: plan to replace the SSD when you approach the capacity metric for TBW... use the "old" drive as a read only archive. I used to do this for databases - put the data which is static on the SSD's for fast access and the dynamic data on the hard drives. The TBW rates are constantly improving and someday may be infinite, but we're definitely not at that point.

Product features

SanDisk Extreme PRO SSD

Create at the speed of life. The SanDisk Extreme PRO portable SSD leverages our lightning-fast, in-house NVMe technology to dramatically increase transfer speeds to up to 1050MB/s**, letting you move files faster and edit right from the drive. Its ruggedized case helps keep your content protected no matter where you take it.

Blazing-fast Performance

The SanDisk Extreme PRO leverages our lightning fast in house NVMe technology to dramatically increase transfer speeds to up to 1050MB/s and fully saturate the USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface.** So you’ll be able to edit right from the drive – providing full-frame editing with little interruption while saving you time and keeping your computer’s internal storage free.

Ruggedized Design with Purpose-built Materials

The Extreme PRO SSD is IP55 rated for dust-and water-resistance and its forged aluminum structure protects the core with up to 2-meter drop protection and dissipates the heat to keep your SSD running at top speed.

Up to 2TB

Creative professionals know the value of storage space. With capacities of up to 2TB,* you’ll have enough room for the files you need to work on or deliver.

Lightweight and Pocket Sized

The small and light form factor of the Extreme PRO SSD means it couldn’t be easier to keep your content with you whether you’re crossing town or traveling to an international location.

Universal Compatibility

The Extreme PRO SSD works with PCs and Mac computers right out of the box and connects with USB Type–C and Type-A, making it easy to start and keep working in almost any situation.

Built by a technology leader

More than 25 years ago the SanDisk brand created the first flash-based solid state drive and that was just the beginning. As a technology leader, we ensure that our products continue to deliver superior performance that you can rely on.

Disclosures / Footnotes

*1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes; 1TB=1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.

**Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on drive capacity, host device, usage conditions, and other factors. 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes.

IEC 60529 IP55: Based on internal testing in 2019. Tested to withstand water flow (30 kPa) at 3 min.; limited dust contact does not interfere with operation. Must be clean and dry before use.

USB Type-C cable and Type-A adapter included

Up to 2M (6.5’) on a concrete floor

Product description

The Samsung 970 EVO SSD continues to lead industry standards with V-NAND technology for reliable and superior performance. The SSD that goes further, the 970 EVO accelerates into next-gen computing by transforming high-end gaming and streamlining graphic-intensive workflows with the new Phoenix controller and Intelligent TurboWrite technology. Get stunning sequential read/write speeds of 3,500/2,500MB/s (up to 32% faster writes than the previous generation). With breakthrough speeds, best in class reliability, and a broad range of capacity options up to 2TB, this Solid State Drive enhances high-end gaming and 4K & 3D graphic editing. Operating Temperature: 0 - 70 ℃.

• Innovative V-Nand Technology: Powered by Samsung V NAND Technology, the 970 EVO SSD’s NVMe interface (PCIe M.2 2280) offers enhanced bandwidth, low latency, and power efficiency ideal for tech enthusiasts, high end gamers, and 4K & 3D content designers
• Breakthrough read write speeds: Sequential read and write performance levels of up to 3,500MB/s and 2,500MB/s, respectively; Random Read (4KB, QD32): Up to 500,000 IOPS Random Read
• Performance optimization and data security: Seamless cloning and file transfers with Samsung Magician Software, the ideal SSD management solution for performance optimization and data security with automatic firmware updates
• Superior heat dissipation: Samsung’s dynamic thermal guard automatically monitors and maintains optimal operating temperatures to minimize performance drops. Secure Encryption
• 5-year limited warranty: 5-year limited warranty or 600 TBW (Terabytes Written)

User questions & answers

Question:	How do you format this and why is that necessary for new drives? What stops me from plugging it right into my system and getting started
Answer:	I was able to pull the three pieces straight apart. If yours does not pull apart, there could be a defect in your unit.
Question:	Hi i have questions how the better samsung evo 970 or wd black 250gb high-performance nvme pcie gen3 8 gb/s m
Answer:	Yes, This laptop stand work with Mackbook pro 15"",the stand is made of premium alloy material which perfectly works as a heat sink to your laptop. Besides,forward-tilt angle and open design make vent gap between laptop and stand.
Question:	I want the 2 TB, is it possible
Answer:	Well, I actually got this stand with expectations to use a bluetooth keyboard so the screen was eye-level and the keyboard is desk-level. I would recommend doing the same; better for your neck and arms.
Question:	Whats the difference between this one and the 960 pro
Answer:	Hello., The maximum weight should be 8.8 lbs (4kg), thanks!

Product features

The SSD that goes further

Accelerate into next-gen computing. The Samsung 970 EVO delivers breakthrough speeds, superb reliability, and a broad range of capacity options up to 2TB*. The latest V-NAND, new Phoenix controller, and Intelligent TurboWrite technology enhance high-end gaming and 4K & 3D graphic editing.

At a Glance:

• Superior NVMe Read/Write performance
• Samsung's V-NAND reliability

Next level SSD speed

Feel the NVMe difference. The 970 EVO transforms high-end gaming and streamlines graphic-intensive workflows with the new Phoenix controller and Intelligent TurboWrite technology. Get stunning sequential read/write speeds of 3,500/2,500 MB/s**, up to 32% faster writes than the previous generation.

Design Flexibility

The next advancement in NVMe SSDs. The 970 EVO fits up to 2TB onto the compact M.2 (2280) form factor, greatly expanding storage capacity and saving space for other components. Samsung's innovative technology empowers you with the capacity to do more and accomplish more.

Exceptional Endurance

The new standard in sustainable performance. Get up to 1,200 TBW†, achieving 50 percent higher than the previous generation. The 970 EVO provides exceptional endurance powered by the latest V-NAND technology and Samsung’s reputation for quality.

Unparalleled Reliability

Achieve a new level of drive confidence. Samsung’s advanced nickel-coated controller and heat spreader on the 970 EVO enable superior heat dissipation. The Dynamic Thermal Guard automatically monitors and maintains optimal operating temperatures to minimize performance drops.

Samsung Magician

Advanced drive management made simple. Samsung Magician software will help you keep an eye on your drive. A suite of user-friendly tools helps keep your drive up to date, monitor drive health and speed, and even boost performance.

Product description

SanDisk, a pioneer in solid state storage technologies and the brand pros trust, delivers improved speed and performance with the SanDisk SSD Plus. With sequential read speeds of up to 535MB/s [480GB, 960GB and 1TB]; 530MB/s [120GB & 240GB], this solid state drive performs faster than a typical hard disk drive . You'll appreciate faster startups, shutdowns, data transfers, and application response times than with a hard disk drive . The SanDisk SSD Plus also offers quiet, reliable performance, and dashboard status monitoring for your favorite media applications. | 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less. | Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon drive capacity, host device, OS and application. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes. | As compared to 5400 RPM SATA 2.5” hard drive. Based on published specifications and internal benchmarking tests using Pcmark Vantage scores. | Shock resistant (up to 1500G) and vibration resistant (5gRMS, 10-2000 HZ/4.9 gRMS, 7-800 HZ), Temperature (from 0 degrees Celcius to 70 degrees Celcius). Download required.

• Easy upgrade for faster boot up, shutdown, application load and response (As compared to 5400 RPM SATA 2.5” hard drive; Based on published specifications and internal benchmarking tests using PCMrark vantage scores)
• Boosts burst write performance, making it ideal for typical PC workloads
• The perfect balance of performance and reliability
• Read/write speeds of up to 535MB/s/450MB/s (Based on internal testing; Performance may vary depending upon drive capacity, host device, OS and application.)
• Shock resistant for proven durability: Even if you drop your computer (Shock resistant (up to 1500G) and vibration resistant (5gRMS, 10 2000 HZ/4.9 gRMS, 7 800 HZ), temperature (from 0 degrees Celsius to 70 degrees Celsius))
• 3 year limited manufacturer warranty
• Order with your Alexa enabled device; Just ask 'Alexa, order SanDisk microSD'
• Compatible Devices: Desktop

User questions & answers

Question:	Clone software available or not? desc "ssd dashboard and cloning software download (4) " would like to clone my c drive to it
Answer:	The Acronis WD Edition (a special eidtioin of Acronis Backup) did not work for me as it did not see the SanDisk drive on the USB dongle. I ended up using the full version of EaseUS Todo Backup but the free version of it would do the job as well. Both are Windows solutions but with Todo Backup you should be able to create the bootable CD/DVD on a WIndows machine then use it on anything else that will let you boot. Clonezilla is a Linux based solution that I've also used before but it's not as intuitive. You burn an ISO image to a CD/DVD or a USB stick (different version for the latter) and boot to it and follow the instructions. You create a bootable CD or DVD with Todo Backup after the Windows installation and boot to it (you may need to change your boot options in BIOS to be able to do that) with the SanDisk plugged into the USB. Choose the source drives (there's a small partition ahead of the drive C partition that you need to check), and any other partitions you created, then continue and choose the destination drive, the SanDisk. Choose "optimize for SSD" and then proceed and wait a long time (a few hours). The remaining time left indicator, like it is with many of these backup programs, will tel yo there's only 5 or 10 minutes left in the copy operation when it will take a few hours. I left mine go overnight and it was finished in the morning but in my experience, it would have taken only a few hours (I just didn't check until morning). You can continue to use the Todo Backup CD/DVD you created to back up your PC/laptop to an external hard drive for regular backup. The full (paid) version allows you to restore incremental backups so I feel it's worth the money, but if you always only make a full backup, the free one will do nothing more for you.
Question:	Is this compatible and does it fit a late 2011 macbook pro to replace the sata disk hard drive
Answer:	Yes. The "Unibody" MacBook Pro models are compatible with a 2.5-inch (notebook) SATA drive at as much as 9.5mm thick. http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook_pro/macbook-pro-unibody-faq/macbook-pro-13-15-17-mid-2009-how-to-upgrade-hard-drive-ssd.html This Sandisk SSD is the 7mm form factor, however, I don't think it's significant because Apple uses the screw heads to hold the drive in place. You can view the installation (instructions) for free at OWC https://eshop.macsales.com/installvideos/ -- the "Early 2011" revision is identical in procedure to your "Late 2011"
Question:	Does it come with the required sata cable
Answer:	I have MANY SSD's in MANY older laptops and in MANY 2.5" USB drive cases, and have never had to worry about a SATA cable. For laptops and such USB cases, you just slide the drive as is, into the SATA interface pins -- it only will go one way, and you're done. If you're going to install this 2.5" form factor drive into a desktop or tower machine, you should get a kit to do so. It should come with proper adapters and the needed SATA cable for THAT specific application. I have never, ever, seen such a drive come with a SATA cable, as in the vast majority of cases, it simply isn't needed. My laptops span the 2008 to 2014 manufactured date range.
Question:	Mlc or tlc? thanks
Answer:	The old models (those with MLC), the "G25" in its name and the new TLC-based devices instead called "G26". https://pcpartpicker.com/forums/topic/214469-sandisk-ssd-plus-120gb240gb-models-with-the-model-number-ending-in-g26-have-different-nand-flash-quick-rant

Product description

Ascent From Old Spinner Unleash the value of massive, read-centric workloads quickly and easily with our new ADATA SU635 SSD. NAND packs at least 33% more data in every cell compared to its predecessors. With the increase in per cell storage, we are able to lower total cost of ownership and making SSD a more affordable choice in PC storage. SPECIFICATION Capacity : 240GB / 480GB / 960GB / 1.92TB Form Factor : 2.5 Inch Interface : SATA 6Gb/sec Performance : Read 520MB/s , Write 450MB/s * Performance may vary based on SSD capacity, host hardware and software, operating system, and other system variables. MTBF : 1,500,000 Hours Warranty : 3 Year

• Sequential reads/writes performance up to 520/450MB/s
• Lower power consumption and noise level
• Free downloadable ADATA SSD File Management and Data migration software
• LDPC (Low Density Parity Check) error correcting code to ensure data integrity
• 3 Year Warranty for a worry-free ownership

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this work for a Dell inspiron
Answer:	It uses SATA III connection, and if your Dell system supports SATA storage then it should work
Question:	I'm looking to purchase this to speed up an old (2010) all-in-one computer, Gateway zx4300, will it fit and work
Answer:	It should swap out with the HDD without any problem, it is the same size as the laptop hard drives used in AIOs. You might have to remove any mounting hardware from the Hdd and mount it to the SDD. Drive speed will noticeably speed up the AIO, but make sure you leave a minimum of 10% space, preferably more, on the SDD for windows, or the rewriting Windows 10 will corrupt the SDD. Also, keep a an external backup. You can use the HDD you are swapping out for this and purchase a drive case/ adapter and for about $10.
Question:	Puede servir para una thosiba satellite C55-A
Answer:	Ya revise las especificaciones y Si funciona para tu laptop porque usa (Serial ATA hard disk drive), cuando cambies tu disco mecánico por este estado solido notaras que sera mas rápida tu laptop, excelente compra la recomiendo a mis clientes, Gracias.
Question:	Life span TWB
Answer:	Hi, Thank you for your interests in our product. For our SU635 SSD, TBW as follows: 240GB: 140 Terabytes, 480GB: 210 Terabytes, 960GB: 500 Terabytes. If you have any other question, please let us know. Thank you

Product features

ADATA SU635 Solid State Drive

Unleash the value of massive, read-centric workloads quickly and easily with our new ADATA SU635 QLC SSD. QLC NAND packs at least 33% more data in every cell compared to its predecessors. With the increase in per cell storage, we are able to lower total cost of ownership and making SSD a more affordable choice in PC storage.

Ascent From Old Spinner

Utilizing the latest 3D QLC technology and dynamic SLC Caching, SU635 SSD is able to reach up 520/450MB/s* in Read/Write for a faster and smoother boot up, file transferring, and processing.

In addition, SU635 comes with free downloadable SSD Toolbox and Data Migration Utility for an easy upgrade!

*Speed test under internal testing. Actual performance may vary from SSD capacities, models, and paired devices.

Quality

Each of ADATA storage product is made with high quality NAND chips in our fully automated processing factory to ensure its performance, quality, and durability.

Excitement

Stop waiting on the hour-glass to load. SU635 SSD can help to shorten the wait time for a enhanced computing experience.

Protection

Rest assured, your external SSD is covered by our worry-free manufacture protection!

Q&A

Is SU635 SSD compatible with my system?

Our SU635 SSD uses SATA III connection. As long as your system supports SATA storage, you are all good!

Does this come with software to transfer my data?

Yes. SSD toolbox and migration tool can be downloaded from our website.

Does this come with screws, bracket, or spacer?

Since each case/system may be a little different, our standard retail package only contains the bare drive. However, we do have a bracket/spacer kit available to purchase separately.

• 3D NAND flash are applied to deliver high transfer speeds
• Remarkable transfer speeds that enable faster bootup and improved overall system performance. The advanced SLC Cache Technology allows performance boost and longer lifespan.
• 7mm slim design suitable for Ultrabooks and Ultra-slim notebooks.
• Supports TRIM command, Garbage Collection technology, RAID, and ECC (Error Checking & Correction) to provide the optimized performance and enhanced reliability.
• 3-year warranty. (Please register your product via SP official website to get the complete manufacturer warranty services, product support and more.)

User questions & answers

Question:	will this fit in an acer travelmate
Answer:	If you laptop uses a 2.5" drive you should have no problem
Question:	Do I have to format this drive before I use it
Answer:	i suggest doing so, but if your adding windows straight to it, windows does the formatting before install
Question:	i have a MacBook mid 2009 laptop just want to know if this ssd will work on it
Answer:	Yes. It will work nicely. I have purchased 3 of these to upgrade several Macbooks. Like the previous answer, make sure to enable TRIM.
Question:	What is the data transfer rate? listed as 6gb/s, however reviews seem to say otherwise. misunderstanding between ssd and sata cable speeds
Answer:	The rate is not 6gbps that is 600mb/s, it is about 450mb/s read and 300mb/s write believe or a bit lower, the 6gbps is the sata cable max speed. Or another classification for sata 3.0. So the cable can reach up to 600mb/a but the ssd doesn’t fill the cable to max potential.