SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD vs Seagate Ultra Compact 1TB Portable SSD
Overall winner: SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD
Key Differences
Seagate A is a thumb-drive sized 1TB portable SSD with up to 1000MB/s and IP54 dust/rain resistance and is offered at a lower listed price tier; SanDisk B provides slightly higher read speed (up to 1050MB/s) and stronger IP65 water/dust protection but at a higher listed price tier. Choose Seagate if you want a more affordable, compact USB‑C portable SSD; choose SanDisk if you prioritize marginally faster read performance and better ingress protection
SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD
Portable NVMe SSD with up to 1050 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write. Compact and rugged with IP65 protection and password-protected 256-bit AES hardware encryption. Customers note blazing speed and small size, with mixed reliability signals
Pros
- high transfer speeds
- compact, credit-card size
- IP65 water and dust resistance
- 256-bit AES hardware encryption
Cons
- mixed reliability reports from customers
- some connection issues reported
- some buyers feel price is not worth it
Seagate Ultra Compact 1TB Portable SSD
Compact, light external SSD with USB-C; up to 1,000MB/s transfer and IP54/3m drop resistance. Useful for gaming consoles and on-the-go storage. Some users report compatibility issues with Mac
Pros
- thumb-drive sized and lightweight
- high transfer speeds up to 1,000 MB/s
- 3m drop resistance
- IP54 dust and rain resistance
Cons
- inconsistent Mac compatibility reports
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Seagate |
| Durability | SanDisk |
| Versatility | Seagate |
| User Reviews | Tie |