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SanDisk Creator Series Pro 1TB Portable SSD

SanDisk Creator Series Pro 1TB Portable SSD

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$245.50at NeweggChecked Nov 9

40% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $245.50 at Newegg on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the SanDisk Creator Series Pro 1TB Portable SSD

The SanDisk Creator Series Pro is a 1TB external SSD built for people who move large media files between cameras, laptops and editing stations. Its headline feature is USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, which reaches around 2,000 MB/s read and write when paired with a compatible 20Gbps port. That puts it among the faster bus-powered drives, though many laptops and phones only run USB 3.2 Gen 2 at 10Gbps and will cap it near half that speed. It suits video editors, photographers and creators who want a pocketable scratch disk; buyers who only have 10Gbps ports get less benefit than the spec suggests.

Best forVideo editors working with large 4K footagePhotographers offloading RAW files on locationCreators who need a fast portable scratch diskUsers with a 20Gbps USB-C port on their computer
Pros
  • Sequential read and write both rated around 2,000 MB/s
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface for 20Gbps transfers
  • Small and light at about 2.7 oz and 0.41 in thick
  • USB-C connection works with modern laptops and tablets
  • Bus-powered, so no separate power adapter
Cons
  • Full speed needs a 20Gbps host port, which many laptops lack
  • Falls back to 10Gbps on standard USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports
  • 1TB capacity fills quickly with high-bitrate video
  • Sustained writes can drop below peak once the cache is full

SanDisk Creator Series Pro 1TB Portable SSD prices at every store

  • NeweggNew

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    $245.50Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • AdoramaNew

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    $409.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $433.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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SanDisk Creator Series Pro 1TB Portable SSD price history

Lowest price we've seen: $245.50 on Nov 9 at Newegg. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of SanDisk's high-end portable SSDs generally praise the compact metal build and fast transfers on capable hardware. The recurring complaint is that real-world speed depends heavily on the host port, and some report slower sustained writes on very large transfers.

What people mention
  • SpeedPraisedBuyers report very fast file transfers when the drive is paired with a compatible 20Gbps port.
  • Port compatibilityMixedMany owners note the drive runs at roughly half speed on common 10Gbps USB-C ports.
  • BuildPraisedThe small metal body is described as sturdy and easy to carry.
  • Sustained writesCriticisedSome users see write speed fall during long, continuous transfers of large files.
  • CapacityMixed1TB is seen as workable for photos but tight for high-bitrate video projects.

Specifications

Wi-Fi
NoSource
USB Version
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps)Source
Depth (")
4.36Source
External Connection
USB-CSource

Questions and answers

Do I need a special port to get full speed?
Yes. The drive reaches its rated 2,000 MB/s only on a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) port. On a standard 10Gbps USB-C port it runs at about half that.
Is it compatible with Macs and phones?
It connects over USB-C, so it works with USB-C Macs, Windows laptops and many Android devices and iPads. Older USB-A computers need an adapter or cable.
How does it compare with a standard USB 3.2 Gen 2 SSD?
It is roughly twice as fast on a 20Gbps host, but performs similarly to 10Gbps drives on older ports. The extra speed only pays off if your hardware supports it.
Is 1TB enough for video editing?
It is fine for photo libraries and short projects. High-bitrate 4K footage can fill 1TB quickly, so plan to offload finished work to another drive.
Does it need external power?
No. It is bus-powered over USB-C and needs no separate adapter.
What is in the box?
The drive and a USB-C cable. Check that your computer's port supports 20Gbps to get the advertised speed.
Where is the SanDisk Creator Series Pro 1TB Portable SSD cheapest?
At Newegg, for $245.50, 40% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the SanDisk Creator Series Pro 1TB Portable SSD?
3 stores we checked sell it, including Newegg, Adorama, Best Buy.

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Type
SSDSource
Width (")
2.28Source
Weight (oz)
2.7Source
Placement
ExternalSource
Size (GB)
1000Source
Height (")
0.41Source
Sequential Write (MB/s)
2000Source
Sequential Read (MB/s)
2000Source
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2Source