SanDisk Extreme 500 Portable SSD

Overview

The Extreme 500 provides enhanced durability and SSD performance for photographers, videographers, and storage enthusiasts who wish to depart from the typical HDD configuration for their portable storage device.

-- As reviewed by StorageReview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 14 expert reviews

Excellent:

4
Good:

9
Average:

1
Bad:

0

8.4

User Score

Based on 1,279 reviews
as rated by users

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Last revision on September 21, 2017

Reviewers Liked

Compact size
Storage Capacity
Quick uncompressed file transfer
Very durable compared to portable HDDs

Reviewers Didn't Like

Compressed file transfer speed
Top-capacity model is only 480GB
Short, USB 3.0-only cord

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Expert reviews and ratings

By PC Mag on November 22, 2016 80

The SanDisk Extreme 500 Portable SSD is a versatile solid-state drive that combines durability, fast performance, and value in a compact...

By PC Advisor on August 31, 2016 80

For those that need high-speed portable storage, the Extreme 500 is a solid choice. Capacities extend to 480GB which should be fine for most people. If you need more, look no further than the Samsung...

By Guru of 3D on March 29, 2016 80

The SanDisk Extreme 500 matches its advertised read speed and writes, but as stated it will be slower with small write files, however small file I/O operations in terms of IOPS for a USB 3.0 unit overall remains normal to good. Pricing wise you are...

By T3 on March 16, 2016 80

The SanDisk Extreme 500 Portable SSD is a small and compact way to store your files and its performance make it a highly recommended...

By Computer Shopper on February 26, 2016 70

SanDisk's slim external SSD isn't the fastest we've tested, but it's not far off, and it's reasonably priced. Just know that if you need more than 480GB of speedy storage, you'll have to look elsewhere. Read...

By PC Authority on January 27, 2016 80

Reliable performance and convenient...

By Gadget Guy Australia on December 10, 2015 80

In terms of file transfer speed, SanDisk's first portable solid-state drive certainly offers plenty of that, and its value isn't far off the mark either, but it's not quite as competitive in speed or value from where its major competition is, from...

By Craving Tech on November 09, 2015 100

For videographers and photographers who like to store their work inside an external drive, the SanDisk Extreme 500 is definitely a must-have. The speed, the portability, the reliability of an SSD, and the ruggedness of the design are second to none....

By ImpulseGamer on November 04, 2015 90

The Extreme 500 Portable SSD from SanDisk boasts not only shock technology but is up to four times faster then other portable...

By Gear Diary on August 28, 2016

If you haven't purchased a portable Solid State Drive (SSD), then you might not know what you're missing. When comparing an SSD to a Hard Disk Drive (HDD), you'll find that SSDs are faster in every way, quieter, cooler-running, more durable (no moving...

By Tom's Hardware on May 20, 2016

Overall, we like the SanDisk Extreme 500 Portable SSD and would buy one if needed. These products are not for everyone. Advanced thumb drives have increased in capacity and are smaller, but fail to deliver the same high transfer rates of data. The gap...

By Tom's Hardware UK on May 20, 2016

By StorageReview on March 17, 2016

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SanDisk Extreme 500 Portable SSD

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Price: $69

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