--- product_id: 56909942 title: "Extreme Portable SSD 1TB up to 550MB/s read Solid State Drive" brand: "sandisk" price: "VT111001" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "San Disk" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/56909942-extreme-portable-ssd-1tb-up-to-550mb-s-read-solid store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 550MB/s blazing transfer speed Compact 9.6x5x0.9 cm pocket size IP55 water & dust resistance Extreme Portable SSD 1TB up to 550MB/s read Solid State Drive **Brand:** sandisk **Price:** VT111001 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Carry Speed & Durability in Your Pocket — Because Your Data Deserves the Best! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Extreme Portable SSD 1TB up to 550MB/s read Solid State Drive by sandisk - **How much does it cost?** VT111001 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/56909942-extreme-portable-ssd-1tb-up-to-550mb-s-read-solid) ## Best For - sandisk enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sandisk brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rugged & Ready:** IP55-rated water and dust resistance plus 2-meter drop protection means your data stays safe on every adventure. - • **Trusted Tech Leader:** From the pioneers of flash SSDs, enjoy 3 years of reliable performance backed by SanDisk’s innovation legacy. - • **Ultra-Portable Design:** Slim, lightweight, and pocket-sized—carry your entire creative library wherever you go without the bulk. - • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Move massive 1TB files in seconds with up to 550MB/s speeds—never wait on your workflow again. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with Windows and Mac via USB-C and USB-A adapters—plug and play with any setup. ## Overview The SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD delivers ultra-fast 550MB/s transfer speeds in a rugged, IP55-rated compact design. Compatible with both Windows and Mac, it offers shock resistance and universal USB-C/USB-A connectivity, making it the perfect high-performance storage solution for professionals on the move. ## Description From the manufacturer SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD The rugged SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD delivers high-speed transfers of up to 550MB/s [1]. This makes it perfect for saving and editing hi-res photos and videos. Up to 550MB/s read speeds [1] With high-speed transfers of up to 550MB/s [1], the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD lets you offload files in a snap. The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD is built to weather a variety of conditions with water, dust and drop-resistance. It is rated IP55 [2] and is certified to withstand 2-meter drops [3]. Capacities of up to 2TB [4] With up to 2TB of high-speed storage for high-res photos, videos and sound files, the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD is perfect for all your creative pursuits. Works with Windows and Mac, USB-C or USB-A Designed to work with both Windows and Mac, the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD is equipped with a USB 3.1 Type-C connector and includes a USB Type-C to Type-C cable and a Type-C to Type-A adapter. Compact, pocket-sized design Good things come in small sizes! The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD delivers high-performance and capacity in a drive that's smaller than a smartphone. Built by a technology leader More than 25 years ago SanDisk created the flash-based solid state drive and that was just the beginning. As a technology leader, we ensure that our products continue to deliver superior performance that you can rely on. Disclaimers [1] Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on drive capacity, host device, OS and application. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes. [2] IEC 60529 IP55: Tested to withstand water flow (30 kPa) at 3 min.; limited dust contact does not interfere with operation. Must be clean and dry before use. 4 Shock‐resistant (up to 1500G) and vibration‐resistant (5 gRMS, 10‐2000 HZ), non‐operating temperature (from ‐20°C to 70°C), operating temperature (from 0°C to 45°C). [3] Up to 2M (6.5’) on a concrete floor. [4] 1TB = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less. Review: Fantastic speeds, lightweight and durable - This is the only external hard drive I'll probably never bother putting in a case. It's small, light, but incredibly durable. I wasn't actually expecting it to be as small as it is, which is a plus in my opinion. One of the main reasons I wanted this drive was that it is USB-C – having moved over to the new MacBooks in 2017 I wanted to go some way to leaving the clumsy adapters behind. The drive comes with a very short USB-C cable, with a small adapter if you're using on a device with standard USB-A ports. The build itself is very good, it's amazing how far USB devices have come even in five years – this isn't much bigger than about three of my old Kingston drives put together, and is about 60 times the capacity. The design is modern and a bit funky, and the firm rubber edging makes it bounce when dropped and provides good protection, though it is a magnet for dust. Even though this is a rugged drive, it would've been nice to have even a small slipcase included, considering the price. As for speeds, I'm not one to meticulously get into the nitty gritty and measure them on these fancy pieces of software. I preferred to test it in a way which would produce real world numbers, so I just transferred some files. I saw a file of 5 gb transfer in 9 seconds, a file of 15gb transfer (from my USB-C MacBook Pro) in 28 seconds, and a group of files totalling 38 gb transfer in two minutes. That, to me, is incredible. Every time I transfer a video file or a collection of RAW photos files I'm amazed at the speed, compared to my old HDD which took an age to transfer, with the frustration and clunkiness of adapters on top. This is a drive that would be perfectly suited to being used as a video or photo archive, which is what I am using it for, and obviously it's ideally suited to be a Time Machine or any other back up drive. The speed and ease of transferring, through a cable my Mac is designed for, makes my work flow so much better. In the end, even with the 'deal of the day' I got, this was triple the price I've ever paid for an external hard drive, but I'm so glad I dove in. Review: SUPER TINY and FAST!! Impressive. - Purchased as I needed to replace my Seagate one. Nothing wrong with Seagate, but due to the new USB-C ports machines now have, the cable on the old Seagate one kept cutting in and out and was dying on me. Chose this. Was expensive, but was in middle of a live project and so had to invest. SIZE WOW. I think this is a real selling point for me. I was so surprised by how small it was. I've tried to take a pic for buyers to relate to it. It can sit in palm of hand. About size smaller and so light, than a computer mouse. RUGGEDNESS Completely feels secure, and has already has had some knocks being on set and around my bag. When you plug it in, you know the cables are secure and during transfer. Yet to test against external extreme conditions. EASE OF USE Like with all of the portable drives. They are simple to use. Simply plug and play. Up to you if you want to use it as an external drive, or/and as a back up drive. No issues what so ever. Up to you if you want to install the Sandisk encryption software. If it wasn't so pricey (as everyone is different), I would snap up another.... maybe if I save up after this festive season.. Definitely recommend. I'm work remote and so my needs are for it to be quite resilient. Hope this review helps others. ## Features - High-speed transfers of up to 550MB/s let you move hi-res photos and videos fast - Rugged, water- and dust-resistant (IP-55 rated). Compatible with Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 and Mac OS 10.6+ - Shock-resistant solid state core for greater durability - Compact and pocket-sized - For PC and Mac users ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B078STRHBX | | Best Sellers Rank | 33,740 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 90 in External Solid State Drives | | Box Contents | SDSSDE60-1T00-G25 | | Brand Name | SanDisk | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 1 | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Laptop, Desktop | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (45,313) | | Data Transfer Rate | 50 Megabits Per Second | | Digital Storage Capacity | 1 TB | | Enclosure Material | Solid-state material | | Form Factor | 2.5-inch | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00619659165178 | | Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches | | Hard Disk Interface | Solid State | | Hard-Drive Size | 1000 GB | | Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.1 Type C | | Hardware Platform | Mac, PC | | Installation Type | External Hard Drive | | Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 9.6L x 5W x 0.9Th centimetres | | Item Type Name | SanDisk 1 TB Extreme Portable Solid State Drive | | Item Weight | 41 g | | Manufacturer | SanDisk | | Manufacturer Part Number | SDSSDE60-1T00-G25 | | Media Speed | 550 megabytes_por_segundo | | Model Number | SDSSDE60-1T00-G25 | | Network Connectivity Technology | USB | | Number of Items | 5 | | Product Features | Portable | | Product Warranty | 3 years | | Read Speed | 550 Megabytes Per Second | | Specific Uses For Product | business, personal | | UPC | 619659165178 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** SanDisk - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible devices:** Laptop, Desktop - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Digital storage capacity:** 1 TB - **Hard disk description:** Solid State Drive - **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches - **Hard disk interface:** Solid State - **Installation type:** External Hard Drive - **Special feature:** Portable ## Images ![Extreme Portable SSD 1TB up to 550MB/s read Solid State Drive - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71bBtXzzW1L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: does it come with any cables (like the samsung ssd t5 does [usb to c cable, and also a c to c cable])? thanks** A: Dear , My name is Shira from SanDisk Customer Care. I would like to inform you that the external SSD is shipped together with USB 3.1 Type-C connector and also includes a USB Type-C to Type-C cable and a Type-C to Type-A adapter. More information will be found in the product page: https://www.sandisk.com/home/ssd/extreme-portable-ssd If you have any additional questions regarding our products you may contact us via our support email: english_support@sandisk.com  and provide us with the date of this post. Best regards, Shira SanDisk Global Customer Care **Q: Can this drive be formatted as mac os extended (journaled) to act as a bootable backup or time machine backup for mac os?** A: Yes, absolutely. Having said that, not sure why you would want to have a very fast (and expensive compared to regular HDDs) Solid State Drive as a backup device. In my view, you are better off with a normal hard disk. **Q: Does it require a lithium battery as stated in specifications, please?** A: Dear David Campbell, My name is Shira from SanDisk Customer Care. I would like to inform you that the portable SSD does not require any battery. it operates by cable connected to the computer. If you have any additional questions regarding our products you may contact us via our support email: english_support@sandisk.com and provide us with the date of this post. Best regards, Shira SanDisk Global Customer Care **Q: Does this drive come hardware encryption as nearly everyone requires this if ever misplaced?** A: The drive has SanDisk encryption software on it when you get it. There's a Windows and Mac version but no Linux. Personally I would recommend VeraCrypt for encrypting your drive instead. It's open source, audited for security, and well known to be almost impossible to crack (even for the FBI). Plus it's free. Compared to BitLocker it's miles ahead: BitLocker only comes with Windows 10 Pro, is honestly more difficult to set up, backs up your encryption key in OneDrive (so Microsoft can decrypt all your files or if they're hacked so could anyone), and it's closed source with no way to verify how secure it is. That last criticism applies to the SanDisk encryption software too. I'm not saying it's malicious, but when software is intended to provide security and privacy through encryption it should be open source. Most commonly used encryption software and systems trusted to be secure are open source (e.g. the software running on web servers to provide HTTPS, the server software itself, the OS under it... all open source). I work with servers run by big companies and they would never trust closed source encryption. You shouldn't either. TL;DR: Download VeraCrypt for free, it's extremely secure and does what you want and more. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic speeds, lightweight and durable *by U***K on 27 May 2019* This is the only external hard drive I'll probably never bother putting in a case. It's small, light, but incredibly durable. I wasn't actually expecting it to be as small as it is, which is a plus in my opinion. One of the main reasons I wanted this drive was that it is USB-C – having moved over to the new MacBooks in 2017 I wanted to go some way to leaving the clumsy adapters behind. The drive comes with a very short USB-C cable, with a small adapter if you're using on a device with standard USB-A ports. The build itself is very good, it's amazing how far USB devices have come even in five years – this isn't much bigger than about three of my old Kingston drives put together, and is about 60 times the capacity. The design is modern and a bit funky, and the firm rubber edging makes it bounce when dropped and provides good protection, though it is a magnet for dust. Even though this is a rugged drive, it would've been nice to have even a small slipcase included, considering the price. As for speeds, I'm not one to meticulously get into the nitty gritty and measure them on these fancy pieces of software. I preferred to test it in a way which would produce real world numbers, so I just transferred some files. I saw a file of 5 gb transfer in 9 seconds, a file of 15gb transfer (from my USB-C MacBook Pro) in 28 seconds, and a group of files totalling 38 gb transfer in two minutes. That, to me, is incredible. Every time I transfer a video file or a collection of RAW photos files I'm amazed at the speed, compared to my old HDD which took an age to transfer, with the frustration and clunkiness of adapters on top. This is a drive that would be perfectly suited to being used as a video or photo archive, which is what I am using it for, and obviously it's ideally suited to be a Time Machine or any other back up drive. The speed and ease of transferring, through a cable my Mac is designed for, makes my work flow so much better. In the end, even with the 'deal of the day' I got, this was triple the price I've ever paid for an external hard drive, but I'm so glad I dove in. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SUPER TINY and FAST!! Impressive. *by M***U on 11 December 2019* Purchased as I needed to replace my Seagate one. Nothing wrong with Seagate, but due to the new USB-C ports machines now have, the cable on the old Seagate one kept cutting in and out and was dying on me. Chose this. Was expensive, but was in middle of a live project and so had to invest. SIZE WOW. I think this is a real selling point for me. I was so surprised by how small it was. I've tried to take a pic for buyers to relate to it. It can sit in palm of hand. About size smaller and so light, than a computer mouse. RUGGEDNESS Completely feels secure, and has already has had some knocks being on set and around my bag. When you plug it in, you know the cables are secure and during transfer. Yet to test against external extreme conditions. EASE OF USE Like with all of the portable drives. They are simple to use. Simply plug and play. Up to you if you want to use it as an external drive, or/and as a back up drive. No issues what so ever. Up to you if you want to install the Sandisk encryption software. If it wasn't so pricey (as everyone is different), I would snap up another.... maybe if I save up after this festive season.. Definitely recommend. I'm work remote and so my needs are for it to be quite resilient. Hope this review helps others. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolute MONSTER - Best IT purchase for a long time *by P***U on 22 August 2019* No words. Absolute monster on speed, weight, size and theoretically on durability too. When I saw the product box I was astonished. When I opened it and grabbed the disc I was shocked. As you can see from the attached pictures (sorry for poor quality) it is a lot smaller than a WD My Passport Ultra 2Tb, specially a LOT thinner. What you can't see is how LIGHT it is. It also feels sturdier, specially knowing there's no moving parts inside. I'm just happy to throw it around now with no care at all. Comes with a (short) USB-C to USB-C cable plus a USB-A 3.1 adaptor for the computer side. This is probably the only weak side of the whole product - as with any other, be careful with the connection. Ah! Forgot about the blasting speeds (CrystalDiskMark run on Win7, on a 4 years old Latitude E5570). It is 3-4 times quicker than all the portable HDD I've got. It's almost as quick as the SSD in my laptop. If you live on the move, and moving lots of files, this is a no-brainer and a must-have. Save some money up, it's well worth it. PS: Main downside: it's so amazing you are going to fill it up too quickly! Can you tell I fell in love with it? UPDATE: 2 extra pics, speed checks this time with a new Latitude E5501 with Windows 10, first one running on USB-A, second on Thunderbolt port. Also, after extensive and hard use, hard drive becomes quite hot. This is I suppose quite normal, though a potential point of concern for durability. ## Frequently Bought Together - SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable External SSD - Up to 550MB/s - USB-C, USB 3.1 - SDSSDE60-1T00-G25 - Case Compatible with SanDisk 1TB 2TB 500GB / for SanDisk PRO Extreme Portable SSD, External Solid State Hard Drive Storage Holder for SDSSDE61/ SDSSDE60/ SDSSDE81 (Box Only)(Black) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/56909942-extreme-portable-ssd-1tb-up-to-550mb-s-read-solid](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/56909942-extreme-portable-ssd-1tb-up-to-550mb-s-read-solid) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-07*