Best external ssd drive 2020

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Samsung (MU-PA1T0B/AM) T5 Portable SSD - 1TB - USB 3.1 External SSD , Black

Superfast Read Write speeds of up to 540 MB/s
Top to bottom metal design that fits in the palm of your hand
Optional password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption
Includes USB Type C to C and USB Type C to A cables
3 year warranty user can set password when it is necessary. 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

Rating:9.7

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SanDisk 500GB Extreme Portable External SSD - Up to 550MB/s - USB-C, USB 3.1 - SDSSDE60-500G-G25

High speed transfers with up to 550MB/s read speeds let you move hi res Photos and videos fast (Based on internal testing; Performance may be lower depending on drive Capacity, host device, OS and application)
Ruggedized, Water and dust resistant (IP55 rated) (IEC 60529 IP55: 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)
Shock resistant solid state core for greater durability (Shock resistant (up to 1500G) and vibration resistant (5g RMS, 10 2000 Hertz), Non Operating Temperature(from -20°C to 70°C), operating temperature (from 0°C to 45°C))
Compact and pocket sized
For PC and Mac users
Built by SanDisk, a technology leader and pioneer of the modern day SSD, to deliver superior Performance
3 year Limited manufacturer Warranty
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Rating:9.4

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WD 2TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBU6Y0020BBK

USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 Compatibility
Fast data transfers
Improve PC Performance
High Capacity; Compatibility Formatted NTFS for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7; Reformatting may be required for other operating systems; Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system
2 year manufacturer's limited warranty

Rating:8.9

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WD 500GB My Passport Go SSD Cobalt Portable External Storage, USB 3.0 - WDBMCG5000ABT-WESN

Drop-resistant up to 2 meters, with a rubber protective bumper to endure bumps and shakes even while the drive is plugged in
Pocket-sized drive has a built-in cable for convenient portability
Solid state drive with no moving parts, purposefully designed and manufactured by WD for high reliability and dependability
2.5x faster than most portable hard drives with up to 400MB/s performance*
3-year manufacturer's limited warranty

Rating:8.9

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Seagate Fast SSD 1TB External Solid State Drive Portable - USB-C USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, Xbox & PS4-2 Months Adobe CC Photography (STCM1000400)

Ready for ultra fast on the go file transfers, The Seagate Fast SSD is a portable external solid state drive dishing out speeds of up to 540MB/s
Lightweight, shock resistant design offers 1TB of space and USB C compatibility
This external SSD includes folder syncing capabilities to help keep files organized across devices
Take advantage of the complimentary 2 month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps
Enjoy long term peace of mind with the included 3 year limited warranty

Rating:8.6

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Seagate One Touch SSD 500GB External Solid State Drive Portable - Black, USB 3.0 for PC Laptop and Mac, 1yr Mylio Create, 2 months Adobe CC Photography (STJE500400)

One Touch SSD is a mini USB 3.0 SSD featuring a lightweight, textile design for busy days and bustling commutes
High-speed, portable solid state Drive perfect for streaming stored videos directly to laptop, scrolling seamlessly through photos, and backing up content on the go
This external drive includes a USB cable that works seamlessly with Windows and Mac laptops (purchase adapter separately for use with USB-C computers. Reformatting may be required for use with time Machine).
Edit, manage, and share photos with a One-year complimentary subscription to mylio create and a Two-Month membership to Adobe CC photography plan (not available in all countries)
Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included three-year limited warranty

Rating:8.3

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Sabrent Rocket Nano 2TB USB 3.2 10Gb/s External Aluminum SSD (Black) (SB-2TB-NANO-BLK)

SUPPORTS - Designed to work with both Windows and Mac OS, so you can transfer data between almost any computer in the world. Complies with trim, UASP, and firmware is upgradable.
PLUG & PLAY - OS independent, and fully bus powered, No drivers required.
SPEED - Ultra-fast 10Gbps throughput, low latency and power efficient. At up to 1000MB/s,
DESIGN - Ultra slim aluminum alloy sandblasted shell. Sleek, Durable, and Convenient. Portable yet durable, ideal for traveling.
USE - Perfect for a variety of uses including data transfer, high-speed storage, data backup, and more.

Rating:7.9

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WD 2TB My Passport SSD External Portable Drive, USB 3.1, Up to 540 MB/s - WDBKVX0020PSL-WESN

Blazing-fast file transfers with read speeds up to 540 MB/s
Password protection with hardware encryption.Compatibility: Compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, macOS High Sierra, Sierra or El Capitan. Reformatting may be required for other operating systems.
USB Type-C and USB 3.1 Gen 2 ready; USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and USB-A compatible
WD Discovery software for WD Backup, WD Security, Social Media and Cloud Storage import, WD Drive Utilities
Trusted drive built with WD reliability

Rating:7.6

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Crucial 1TB X8 Portable SSD - Up to 1050MB/s - USB 3.2 - USB-C, USB-A - CT1000X8SSD9

Incredible performance with read speeds up to 1050 MB/s
Works with Windows, Mac, iPad Pro, Chromebook, Android, Linux, PS4, and Xbox One with USB-C 3. 1 Gen2 and USB-A connectors
Durable design featuring an anodized aluminum core, drop proof up to 7. 5 feet, extreme-temperature, shock and vibration proof
Includes a 3-year limited
Backed by Micron one of the largest manufacturers of flash storage in the world

Rating:7.3

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Samsung 860 QVO 1TB Solid State Drive (MZ-76Q1T0) V-NAND, SATA 6Gb/s, Quality and Value Optimized SSD

Value Optimized SSD: Built With Samsung V-Nand Technology, the 860 Qvo SSD Gives You Huge Storage, Solid Performance and Reliability With Exceptional Value
Enhanced Read Write Speeds: Sequential Read and Write Performance Levels of Up to 550MB/S and 520MB/S, Respectively
Intelligent Turbowrite: Accelerates Write Speeds and Maintains Long-Term High Performance with a Larger Variable Buffer
Secure Encryption: Protect data by selecting security options, including AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption compliant with TCG Opal and IEEE 1667
Warranty and Compatibility: 3-Year Limited Warranty; Interface: Sata 6 GB/S Interface, Compatible with Sata 3 GB/S & Sata 1.5 GB/S Interface

Rating:7.1

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