SanDisk Extreme 4TB Portable SSD – 1050MB/s Read, 1000MB/s Write – Black

Description

The SanDisk Extreme 4TB Portable SSD – Black is a high-capacity, rugged external solid-state drive designed for photographers, videographers, content creators, professionals, gamers, and users who need fast portable storage.

Featuring a massive 4TB storage capacity, NVMe-based SSD technology, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) connectivity, it delivers sequential read speeds of up to 1,050 MB/s and write speeds of up to 1,000 MB/s.

Its portable rugged design provides IP55 water and dust resistance and up to 2-meter drop protection, making it suitable for travel, field work, and demanding creative environments.

Key Features

• 4TB storage capacity
• Portable external SSD
• NVMe-based SSD technology
• USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps)
• USB Type-C connectivity
• Up to 1,050 MB/s read speed
• Up to 1,000 MB/s write speed
• IP55 water & dust resistance
• Up to 2-meter drop protection
• Rugged portable construction
• Durable silicone shell
• Integrated carabiner loop
• 256-bit AES hardware encryption
• Password protection support
• Compact and lightweight design
• Compatible with PC & Mac
• USB-C cable included
• USB-C to USB-A adapter included
• Color: Black

Up to 1,050 MB/s Read & 1,000 MB/s Write

The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD combines NVMe-based solid-state storage with USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity to provide fast portable performance.

Performance

• Sequential Read: Up to 1,050 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 1,000 MB/s
• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2
• Interface Bandwidth: Up to 10Gbps
• Connector: USB Type-C

This level of performance makes the drive suitable for large video files, RAW photo libraries, professional projects, backups, games, and other demanding workloads.

Actual performance depends on the host device, USB interface, cable, workload, file size, and operating conditions.

Massive 4TB Storage Capacity

With 4TB of storage, the SanDisk Extreme provides extensive space for users working with large files and media libraries.

It can store:

• 4K video footage
• High-resolution photos
• RAW photography libraries
• PC games
• Large game libraries
• Video-editing projects
• Creative assets
• Professional projects
• Music and movie collections
• Documents
• Portable backups
• Large media archives

Actual usable formatted capacity will be lower than the advertised 4TB.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Connectivity

The SanDisk Extreme uses a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, offering bandwidth of up to 10Gbps.

Benefits include:

• High-speed file transfers
• Fast external storage
• Quick backups
• Efficient multimedia transfers
• Fast access to large projects
• Convenient portable connectivity

A compatible USB 3.2 Gen 2 connection is recommended for maximum advertised performance.

USB Type-C Connectivity

The drive features USB Type-C connectivity, providing a compact and reversible connection for compatible devices.

Connectivity options include:

• USB-C to USB-C
• USB-C to USB-A using the included adapter

This provides compatibility with both modern USB-C systems and many traditional USB-A computers.

IP55 Water & Dust Resistance

The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD provides IP55-rated water and dust resistance under specified testing conditions.

IP55 Protection

• Protection against limited dust ingress
• Resistance against water jets

This provides additional protection when using the drive during:

• Outdoor photography
• Travel
• Field work
• Video production
• On-location content creation
• Mobile professional workflows

The SSD is water-resistant, not waterproof.

Up to 2-Meter Drop Protection

The SanDisk Extreme is designed to withstand drops of up to 2 meters under specified testing conditions.

This provides additional protection against accidental drops while:

• Traveling
• Working on location
• Carrying photography equipment
• Moving between workstations
• Commuting
• Transporting professional projects

Drop protection does not guarantee protection against every possible impact or physical damage.

Rugged Silicone Shell

The SSD features a durable silicone shell designed to provide additional protection and grip.

Benefits include:

• Improved grip
• Added exterior protection
• Better handling
• Portable durability
• Rugged construction
• Suitability for mobile workflows

Integrated Carabiner Loop

The integrated carabiner loop allows the SSD to be secured to compatible equipment.

It can be attached to:

• Backpacks
• Camera bags
• Belt loops
• Equipment cases
• Travel bags

This is particularly convenient for photographers, videographers, and creators working on location.

256-Bit AES Hardware Encryption

The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD supports 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password-protection functionality through supported software.

This can provide additional protection for:

• Professional projects
• Business documents
• Client files
• Personal data
• Photos and videos
• Portable backups
• Sensitive files

Specifications

• Brand: SanDisk
• Series: Extreme Portable SSD
• Product Type: Portable External SSD
• Storage Capacity: 4TB
• Storage Technology: NVMe-based SSD
• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2
• Interface Bandwidth: 10Gbps
• Connector: USB Type-C
• Sequential Read: Up to 1,050 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 1,000 MB/s
• Water & Dust Resistance: IP55
• Drop Protection: Up to 2 meters
• Encryption: 256-bit AES hardware encryption
• Protective Exterior: Silicone shell
• Carabiner Loop: Yes
• PC Compatibility: Yes
• Mac Compatibility: Yes
• External Power Required: No
• Color: Black

For Photographers

The combination of 4TB capacity, high-speed performance, and rugged construction makes the SanDisk Extreme particularly useful for professional photography.

Potential uses include:

• RAW photo libraries
• High-resolution photography
• On-location backups
• Photography archives
• Client projects
• Photo editing
• Large image transfers

The IP55-rated design provides additional protection when working outside traditional studio environments.

For Videographers & Content Creators

With speeds of up to 1,050 MB/s read and 1,000 MB/s write, the SanDisk Extreme is suitable for demanding creative workflows.

Potential applications include:

• 4K video projects
• Video editing
• High-resolution footage
• Photography
• Graphic design
• Content creation
• Creative asset libraries
• Project backups
• Large media transfers

The 4TB capacity provides substantial room for large source files and project libraries.

Gaming Storage

The SanDisk Extreme can also provide high-capacity external storage for compatible gaming systems and PCs.

Potential uses include:

• Large PC game libraries
• Game backups
• Moving games between computers
• Gameplay recordings
• Screenshots
• Downloadable content
• Portable gaming files

Whether games can be installed or played directly from the SSD depends on the gaming platform.

Compact High-Capacity Storage

Despite providing a massive 4TB capacity, the SanDisk Extreme maintains a compact portable form factor.

Its small design makes it easy to carry in:

• Camera bags
• Laptop bags
• Backpacks
• Travel cases
• Equipment bags

No external power adapter is required.

PC & Mac Compatibility

The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD is compatible with supported:

• Windows PCs
• Mac computers
• Desktop computers
• Laptops
• USB-C systems
• USB-A systems using the included adapter

Compatibility and maximum performance depend on the host device and available USB connection.

Best For

• Photographers
• Videographers
• Content Creators
• Professionals
• 4K Video Projects
• RAW Photography
• Gaming Storage
• Large Game Libraries
• Large Media Libraries
• Portable Backups
• Large File Transfers
• Outdoor & Field Work
• Travel
• High-Capacity External Storage

Why Choose the SanDisk Extreme 4TB Portable SSD?

• 4TB capacity provides massive portable storage for photos, videos, games, professional projects, and backups.
• Up to 1,050 MB/s read speed provides fast access to large files.
• Up to 1,000 MB/s write speed supports demanding creative and professional workflows.
• USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) provides high-speed connectivity with compatible devices.
• NVMe-based SSD technology provides fast solid-state performance.
• IP55 water and dust resistance provides additional protection for portable and field use.
• Up to 2-meter drop protection adds durability against accidental drops.
• Rugged silicone shell provides additional protection and grip.
• Integrated carabiner loop makes the SSD easy to secure to a backpack or equipment bag.
• 256-bit AES hardware encryption provides additional data-security capabilities.
• USB Type-C connectivity provides convenient compatibility with modern computers.
• USB-A adapter included extends compatibility with traditional USB-A systems.
• The combination of 4TB capacity, up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s read/write performance, USB 3.2 Gen 2, IP55 resistance, 2-meter drop protection, and rugged construction makes the SanDisk Extreme 4TB Portable SSD – Black an excellent high-capacity external storage solution for photographers, videographers, content creators, gamers, and professionals.