- How fast is the Lexar SL400?
- Lexar rates it at up to 1,050 MB/s sequential read and 1,000 MB/s sequential write over USB 3.2 Gen 2. Real-world speeds depend on your port and file sizes, and sustained writes can slow on very large transfers.
- Does it work with a Mac, PS5 or phone?
- It connects over USB-C, so it works with USB-C laptops, Macs, Android phones and consoles. You may need to reformat it for some devices.
- Is the SL400 rugged or water resistant?
- Lexar does not publish an IP dust or water rating for this drive. Treat it as a light portable SSD, not a rugged outdoor drive.
- Is it encrypted?
- No. The SL400 has no built-in hardware encryption or fingerprint reader, so use software encryption if you need security.
- What comes in the box?
- The drive and a USB-C cable. No adapter or pouch is included.
- How does it compare with the Samsung T7?
- Both are USB 3.2 Gen 2 drives with similar sequential speeds. The SL400 is lighter, while the T7 offers a metal body and optional password protection.
- Where is the LEXAR SL400 1TB Go Portable SSD Black cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $229.99, 23% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the LEXAR SL400 1TB Go Portable SSD Black?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Adorama, Newegg.