SanDisk launches an external SSD drive that promises nine times faster transfer

With this new portable SSD, SanDisk aims to help professionals who are forced to move very large files at high speed, helping them save time and simplify work processes.

SanDisk hits the portable SSD market with a range of high-performance drives, including the SanDisk Extreme 900 Portable SSD, the world's fastest Type-C portable SSD, and the SanDisk Extreme 500 Portable SSD, the company's most rugged, pocket-sized drive.
The SanDisk Extreme 900 is, according to the manufacturer, up to nine times faster than a portable hard drive, while the SanDisk Extreme 500 offers speeds up to four times faster.

These powerful solutions are ideal for photographers, video camera professionals, creatives and technology enthusiasts looking to move very large files at excellent speed, helping them save time and simplify work processes in the office or when working in the field.

The SanDisk Extreme 900 portable SSD features maximum capacity and performance. Available in capacities up to 1.92TB, the transfer speed is nine times faster than a portable hard drive1, giving users a significant advantage when working with 4K video, taking high-resolution photos or creating large graphic files.

With its compact design and durable aluminum casing, professionals can use the SanDisk Extreme 900 portable SSD anywhere, allowing them to carry a large digital portfolio that they can access and share in just seconds. With super-fast speeds of up to 850MB/s, the portable SanDisk Extreme 900 dramatically reduces wait times and speeds up user workflow, regardless of file size. These new drives feature USB Type C input and Type A cables, to provide maximum flexibility when working between systems.

Maximum power in your pocket

The SanDisk Extreme 500 portable SSD is smaller than half your smartphone and delivers four times the speed of a portable hard drive1. This new pocket-sized drive allows users to transfer large videos and photo libraries at speeds of up to 415MB/s.

Available in a 480GB capacity, this lightweight and durable solution is the highest performing solution, perfect for those looking for speed and reliability in storage on the go. Designed for portability and durability, the SanDisk Extreme 500 features a sleek black finish, with rubber coating on the corners and a metal ring, allowing you to carry it comfortably in your bag.

"We're shooting with twelve 4K cameras at once, so we need the most reliable and cutting-edge technology on the market to access, share and transfer huge files. When we're in the field, every minute counts, so with the new ultra-fast portable SSDs from SanDisk, we spend much less time transferring files and much more time being creative," said Sam Nicholson, CEO of Stargate Studios and member of the Society of American Cinematographers.

Video and camera professionals around the world turn to SanDisk for the best, cutting-edge products. The new portable SSDs have been created to withstand difficult environments, as they have impact and temperature resistant materials, ideal for many types of environments. SanDisk's new range of Extreme portable SSDs include SecureAccess software with 128-bit encryption to ensure file security.

The SanDisk Extreme 500 range of portable SSDs will be available globally in 120GB, 240GB and 480GB capacities,