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Lexar 1TB SL500 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD

Lexar 1TB SL500 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD

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  • Last seen at $299.99 at K&M Camera on Nov 9.
  • Our take on the Lexar 1TB SL500 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD

    The Lexar SL500 is a 1TB portable SSD in a metal body rated IP54 for dust and water resistance and built to survive drops from up to 6.6 feet. Lexar rates it at up to 2000 MB/s read and 1800 MB/s write, but those figures need a host with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s); Apple devices and most laptops top out at 10 Gb/s and will run it at roughly half that. It adds 256-bit AES encryption through Lexar DataShield and ships with a USB-C to USB-C cable. It suits creators moving large 4K files between Windows machines and phones; buyers on Macs or Thunderbolt-only hardware get a sturdy drive but not its headline speed, where a USB4 or Thunderbolt SSD is the better match.

    Best forWindows users with a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 portiPhone and Android owners recording 4K60 videoPhotographers and videographers moving large filesBuyers who want a rugged metal drive for travel
    Pros
    • Up to 2000 MB/s read and 1800 MB/s write on a 20 Gb/s host
    • Metal body with IP54 dust and water resistance
    • Survives drops from up to 6.6 feet
    • 256-bit AES encryption via Lexar DataShield
    • Works with Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and Harmony OS
    • USB-C to USB-C cable included
    Cons
    • Full speed needs USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, which Apple devices and many laptops lack
    • Falls back to 10 Gb/s on Thunderbolt/USB4 hosts
    • Encryption setup adds a step for new users
    • No USB-A cable in the box

    Lexar 1TB SL500 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD prices at every store

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    About the Lexar 1TB SL500 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD

    The Lexar SL500 is a 1TB portable SSD that connects over USB 3.2 Gen 2x2. It reads at up to 2000 MB/s and writes at up to 1800 MB/s. It supports Apple ProRes recording and can record 4K60 video directly from iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

    The body is a slim aluminum unibody, about the size of a credit card and 0.3" thick. It is rated IP54 for dust and water resistance and can withstand drops from up to 6.6'. A thermal control design dissipates heat to help keep performance steady at top speeds.

    Lexar DataShield uses 256-bit AES encryption to help protect files. The drive works with Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, gaming consoles and cameras. It comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable.

    Capacity
    1TB
    Interface
    USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s)
    Read speed
    Up to 2000 MB/s
    Write speed
    Up to 1800 MB/s
    Material
    Aluminum unibody
    Thickness
    0.3"
    Size
    Roughly the size of a credit card
    Durability
    IP54 dust and water resistance; drop-resistant up to 6.6'
    Security
    Lexar DataShield with 256-bit AES encryption
    Video recording
    Apple ProRes, up to 4K60 with iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max
    Compatibility
    Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Harmony OS, gaming consoles, cameras
    In the box
    USB-C to USB-C cable

    Questions and answers

    Will I get 2000 MB/s on a Mac?
    No. Apple devices, including Thunderbolt/USB4 models, do not support 20 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, so the drive runs at 10 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds instead.
    What do I need to hit the advertised speeds?
    A computer or host device certified for USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 at 20 Gb/s, plus a cable and port that support it. On slower ports the drive works but transfers more slowly.
    Can I record 4K60 video straight to it from an iPhone?
    Lexar says the drive is fast enough to record 4K60 video directly from an iPhone, and it is compatible with iOS. Check that your iPhone's port and cable support the connection.
    Is the SL500 protected against water and drops?
    It has an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance and is rated to survive drops from up to 6.6 feet. That covers splashes and accidents, not submersion.
    How does the encryption work?
    Lexar DataShield provides 256-bit AES encryption for the drive's contents. You set it up on the drive and unlock it with your password on each host.
    What's in the box?
    The SL500 drive and a USB-C to USB-C cable. There is no USB-A cable, so older ports need an adapter or a separate cable.
    Where is the Lexar 1TB SL500 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD cheapest?
    At K&M Camera, for $299.99, as of our latest check.

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