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1. www.howtogeek.com › external-storage-should-i-buyExternal Storage: Should I Buy an HDD or an SSD? - How-To Geek

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   Nov 30, 2023 · If you want a drive that's faster, will have long-term support, and is more resistant to physical damage, you should buy an external SSD. As a bonus, it'll be lighter (and possibly smaller) than a hard disk drive.

2. www.tomshardware.com › reviews › best-external-hardBest External SSDs 2024 - Tom's Hardware

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   Sep 26, 2024 · 1. SanDisk Pro-G40 SSD. The Best Portable SSD. Specifications. Capacities: 1TB, 2TB. Drive Type: Portable, Internally M.2 2280. Transfer Protocol: USB-C / Thunderbolt 3 & USB Gen 3.2 Gen 2x1....

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3. www.expertreviews.com › uk › storageThe best external hard drives and SSDs we've tested in 2024 ...

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   1. Samsung T9: Best all-round external SSD. Price when reviewed: £122 (1TB), £200 (2TB), £363 (4TB) | Check price at Amazon. Key specs – Type: Portable SSD; Connectivity: USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (max 20Gbits/sec), USB-3.2 Gen 2 Type A (Max 10Gbits/sec) The Samsung T9 is a drive for those who simply won’t compromise on performance.

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4. www.pcmag.com › picks › the-best-external-ssdsThe Best External SSDs for 2024 - PCMag

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   Oct 7, 2024 · Dump that poky portable hard drive! External solid-state drives are faster and more affordable than ever. Check out our top-rated SSDs, plus detailed advice on how to buy the right...

   • Yes: Again, hard drives are slower because they have to physically rotate disks and move a reader arm to access your data. Just how much faster is...
   • External solid-state drives are, essentially, internal SSDs (the same kind that power laptops or live inside desktops) with an outer shell and some...
   • Arguably more important than the type of storage mechanism inside an external SSD is how it connects to your PC or Mac. Almost all external SSDs to...
   • Today's two versions of the Thunderbolt interface, Thunderbolt 3 and 4, each offers a blazing top bandwidth of 40Gbps. (The improvements with Thund...
   • Indeed, if you carry your drive around frequently, you'll at least want to pay attention to how rugged the drive is. Some models include plastic bu...
   • Here are three key things to look out for when shopping for an external SSD: COST PER GIGABYTE. The way to calculate relative value on drives like...
   • If none of the drives we've selected for this roundup sounds appealing to you (or you already own an extra internal SSD), there's one more option a...
   • Our best SSD picks vary widely in features and price, but all should all deliver plenty of speed and peace of mind, if that's what you want from yo...

5. uk.pcmag.com › ssd › 17645The Best External SSDs for 2024 - PCMag UK

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   Oct 7, 2024 · Dump that poky portable hard drive! External solid-state drives are faster and more affordable than ever. Check out our top-rated SSDs, plus detailed advice on how to buy the right...

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6. www.cnet.com › best-external-hard-drive-ssdThe Best External Hard Drives and SSDs for 2024 - CNET

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   We tested external hard drives and found the best storage devices at a competitive price for all your external storage needs. Even though prices have decreased over time, an external...

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   Should I buy an external SSD or a hard drive?

   • It depends on your priorities, but almost always the answer will be the same. If you want a drive that's faster, will have long-term support, and is more resistant to physical damage, you should buy an external SSD. As a bonus, it'll be lighter (and possibly smaller) than a hard disk drive.

   External Storage: Should I Buy an HDD or an SSD? - How-To Geek

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   Are external solid-state drives a good choice?

   • External solid-state drives are faster and more affordable than ever. Check out our top-rated SSDs, plus detailed advice on how to buy the right one for you. Need to expand the local storage on your PC or Mac for music and movies, or all those pics and videos that collect on your phone?

   The Best External SSDs for 2024 - PCMag UK

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   Which SSD should I buy?

   • Very high-capacity SSDs tend to be quite pricey, so if you're looking for a lot of storage for not too much money, you'll likely have to opt for a mechanical drive. External drives start at 500GB and go all the way up to 22TB or so. For a lot of people, especially if you're looking at a faster SSD, the storage sweet spot is 1TB or 2TB.

   The Best External Hard Drives and SSDs for 2024 - CNET

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   What is an external solid-state drive (SSD)?

   • An external solid-state drive (SSD) is a fast and convenient fix. PCMag has been testing and reviewing SSDs since the very first models debuted, subjecting internal and external drives to our rigorous benchmark testing.

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   Are HDDs better than SSDs?

   • They're used for lots of applications, both by end users and corporations alike. But, if you plan on keeping your external drive for several years, an SSD is a safer bet as file sizes go up, and HDD transfer speeds may not be enough a decade from now. A huge advantage that HDDs have over SSDs is the price compared to storage capacity.

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   How much does an external SSD cost?

   • The basement for budget external SSDs is currently about 7 cents per gigabyte, mostly from second- or third-tier vendors. Calculate your bottom-line price when comparing a host of drives. RUGGEDIZATION.

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8. www.independent.co.uk › extras › indybestBest external hard drives and SSDs 2023: Mac, PC, PS5 | The ...

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   Apr 12, 2023 · PC or Mac getting sluggish? PS5 or Xbox running out of space? You need one of these trusty gadgets. Tom Nicholson, Alex Lee. Wednesday 12 April 2023 17:17 BST. Store more and do more with an...