This 2TB Patriot Transporter SSD stands out for its affordability and impressive read/write speeds of up to 1GB/s.

External USB/Thunderbolt drives (aka direct-attached storage, or DAS) are a super-convenient way to quickly back up your important files, as well as store any data that you don’t need on your ...

There are a few factors to consider when looking for a external drive. Firstly, you’ll need to make sure your system has USB ports that are fast enough to take advantage of the speed of an SSD.

MB/s | $379.99 $268.99 at Amazon (save $111) This external SSD is only 'portable' in the sense that a laptop is ...

Compared to your standard HDD desk drives, this is a big investment. But trust me when I say it's absolutely worth it. The Adata SE800 External SSD Ultra Fast measures just 2.8 x 1.7 x 0.4 inches ...

Seagate Game Drive External SSD 2TB for $174.99 (List Price $219.99) Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 2TB USB-C Portable Solid-State Drive for $199.99 (List Price $249.99) ...

However the M200 is a fast, extremely well priced external SSD with a gamer-friendly design that will look good and perform well in almost any setup. If you tend to take your gaming drive ...

When used with a Thunderbolt 5 Mac, LaCie quotes read and write speeds of 6,700MB/s and 5,300MB/s respectively. Admittedly, ...

Looking to expand the storage of your computer? CNET's top picks of the best external hard drives and SSDs are worth your cash. Executive Editor David Carnoy has been a leading member of CNET's ...

Also, if you have a PS5, then you may consider expanding that storage too with these PS5 SSD deals. Another great option for a rugged external hard drive is the Samsung T7 Shield, which takes the ...

That combination of speed, compact design and competitive pricing makes the Portable SSD a great option for anyone that needs a portable backup drive for their Mac or iPad. Read our full review.

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