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Lexar Professional NM1090 Pro

Pros
Sizzling hot throughput speedsExcellent 4K write speedWill be available in capacities up to 4TB

Cons
Lackluster PCMark 10 Overall Storage scoreLowest score on 3DMark Storage gaming benchmark of all the Gen 5 drives we've reviewed

Lexar Professional NM1090 Pro PCIe 5.0 SSD Specs

Bus Type
PCI Express 5.0

Capacity4

Controller Maker
Silicon Motion

InterfacePCI Express

Internal Form Factor
M.2 Type-2280

Internal or External
Internal

NAND Type
TLC

NVMe Support

Rated Maximum Sequential Read
14000

Rated Maximum Sequential Write
13000

Terabytes WrittenRating
2800

Warranty Length
5

All Specs

The Lexar Professional NM1090 Proeasily beats its rated sequential throughput speeds, according to our extensive tests, and it has the second-highest throughput scores we have seen from an SSD. But the NM1090 Pro's other test results are largely unimpressive; this PCI Express 5.0 internal SSD's sheer raw speed does not translate into great overall performance. So while it doesn't unseat the Editors' Choice-winning WD Black SN8100, it's an acceptable alternative. Design and Specs: Up to 4TB of Storage SpaceThe NM1090 is a four-lane solid-state drive running the NVMe 2.0 protocol over a PCIe 5.0 bus. This internal SSD comes in the standard M.2 Type-2280 "gumstick" format. This drive uses Micron 232-layer 3D TLC NAND flash and a Silicon MotionSM2508 controller. Lexar cites this controller's 6nm architecture for helping to control the heat that Gen 5 drives are wont to generate and to minimize thermal throttlng.Physically speaking, this drive is also flashier than many of its competitors. It's adorned with a gold stripe across the front, which contrasts nicely with the black accents. It's sure to complement a classy PC build. The NM1090 Pro comes in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities. The 4TB stick that I reviewed is expected to go on sale in the US in the near future.Pricewise, the NM1090 Pro is midrange, below some of the elite Gen 5 sticks but higher than the modest-performing DRAM-less models we've tested: the Crucial P510 and the soon-to-be-reviewed Addlink G55H.As for durability, expressed as lifetime write capacity in total terabytes written, the NM1090 Pro matches the Crucial P510, T700, and T705 in the capacities they share. Its durability rating is a notch below the Corsair MP700 Pro, the ADATA Legend 970, and the Aorus 10000, which are rated at 700TBW for 1TB and 1,400TBW for 2TB. The Seagate FireCuda 540 is the reigning Gen 5 durability champ, with ratings of 1,000TBW for the 1TB stick and 2,000TBW for 2TB.The terabytes-written spec is a manufacturer's estimate of how much data can be written to a drive before some cells begin to fail and get taken out of service. Lexar warranties the NM1090 Pro for five years or until you hit the rated TBW figure in data writes, whichever comes first. But the drive's durability rating is such that unless you're writing unusually large amounts of data to the SSD, it's a safe bet that this drive will last the full warranty period and well beyond.The NM1090 includes the Lexar DiskMaster SSD Management tool, which lets you perform firmware updates, manage drive data, securely erase private files, and monitor drive health.System Requirements: Recent Motherboard RequiredPCIe 5.0 SSDs promise a major speed boost over PCIe 4.0 drives, but you can take advantage of it only if you have recent hardware that supports the standard. Only recent enthusiast-grade desktops and a handful of laptops are likely to be PCIe 5.0 SSD-ready off the shelf, so you may have to build your own PC from the ground up or update an existing system to gain the connectivity required. You'll need an Intel 12th Gen or later Core CPU with a motherboard based on Intel's Z690/Z790 or a more recent chipset; or an AMD Ryzen 7000 or 9000 processor with an AM5 motherboard built around an X670, X670E, B650E, or later chipset.Recommended by Our EditorsNow, an important point: Just because you have one of those chipsets doesn't guarantee that the motherboard maker actually implemented a PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 SSD slot. That's up to the board maker, so check your system's or motherboard's specs and documentation to make sure you actually have such a slot before investing in one of these drives. Some boards have PCIe 5.0 expansion slots for graphics cards and other PCI Express cards, but no PCIe 5.0 slots for SSDs. You need a PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 slot, specifically.Performance: Raw Speed Isn't EverythingIn benchmarking the NM1090 Pro, we used our latest testbed PC, designed specifically for benchmarking PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSDs. It is built around an ASRock X670E Taichi motherboard with an AMD X670 chipset, 32GB of DDR5 memory, one PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot, and three PCIe 4.0 slots. The system has an AMD Ryzen 9 7900 CPU using an AMD stock cooler; a GeForce RTX 2070 Super graphics card with 8GB of GDDR6 SDRAM; and a Thermaltake Toughpower GF1 Snow 750-watt power supply. The boot drive is an ADATA Legend 850 PCIe 4.0 SSD.We put the Lexar drive through our usual slate of internal solid-state drive benchmarks: Crystal DiskMark 6.0, UL's PCMark 10 Storage, and UL's 3DMark Storage benchmark. The last measures a drive's performance in a number of gaming-related load and launch tasks.Crystal DiskMark's sequential speed tests provide a traditional measure of drive throughput, simulating best-case, straight-line transfers of large files. We use this test largely to see if our tested speeds are in line with the manufacturer's rated speeds.The NM1090 Pro put up some scorching Crystal DiskMark numbers, easily beating its sequential read and write speed ratings while turning in the second-highest throughput results we've recorded, after the WD SN8100. And while its 4K read was middling for a Gen 5 drive and far behind the SN8100's prodigious score, the NM1090 Pro eked out a high score in 4K write, edging out the SN8100. Good 4K write performance is especially important for an SSD used as a boot drive, though we test them as secondary drives.The PCMark 10 Overall Storage test measures a drive's speed in performing a variety of routine tasks such as launching Windows, loading games and creative apps, and copying both small and large files.The NM1090 Pro's PCMark 10 Overall score was toward the low end of our comparison group, ahead of the two DRAM-less PCI Express 5.0 SSDs, as well as the two Gen 4 drives we included in the chart above. As for the individual traces that make up the PCMark 10 Overall score, the NM1090 Pro's scores were below average, generally similar to the DRAM-less PCIe 5.0 SSDs and ahead of the Gen 4 sticks. A bright spot was the NM1090 Pro's second-place finish in Adobe Premiere Pro loading, though it was brought down to earth with a last-place finish in Photoshop loading, behind even the two PCIe 4.0 SSDs. The NM1090 Pro also had a last-place finish in the Windows loading trace.In 3DMark Storage, which aggregates a drive's performance at a variety of gaming-related tasks, the NM1090 Pro's score was at the bottom of the pack, with its nearest rival, the Crucial P510, besting it by 18%.
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Lexar Professional NM1090 Pro
Pros Sizzling hot throughput speedsExcellent 4K write speedWill be available in capacities up to 4TB Cons Lackluster PCMark 10 Overall Storage scoreLowest score on 3DMark Storage gaming benchmark of all the Gen 5 drives we've reviewed Lexar Professional NM1090 Pro PCIe 5.0 SSD Specs Bus Type PCI Express 5.0 Capacity4 Controller Maker Silicon Motion InterfacePCI Express Internal Form Factor M.2 Type-2280 Internal or External Internal NAND Type TLC NVMe Support Rated Maximum Sequential Read 14000 Rated Maximum Sequential Write 13000 Terabytes WrittenRating 2800 Warranty Length 5 All Specs The Lexar Professional NM1090 Proeasily beats its rated sequential throughput speeds, according to our extensive tests, and it has the second-highest throughput scores we have seen from an SSD. But the NM1090 Pro's other test results are largely unimpressive; this PCI Express 5.0 internal SSD's sheer raw speed does not translate into great overall performance. So while it doesn't unseat the Editors' Choice-winning WD Black SN8100, it's an acceptable alternative. Design and Specs: Up to 4TB of Storage SpaceThe NM1090 is a four-lane solid-state drive running the NVMe 2.0 protocol over a PCIe 5.0 bus. This internal SSD comes in the standard M.2 Type-2280 "gumstick" format. This drive uses Micron 232-layer 3D TLC NAND flash and a Silicon MotionSM2508 controller. Lexar cites this controller's 6nm architecture for helping to control the heat that Gen 5 drives are wont to generate and to minimize thermal throttlng.Physically speaking, this drive is also flashier than many of its competitors. It's adorned with a gold stripe across the front, which contrasts nicely with the black accents. It's sure to complement a classy PC build. The NM1090 Pro comes in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities. The 4TB stick that I reviewed is expected to go on sale in the US in the near future.Pricewise, the NM1090 Pro is midrange, below some of the elite Gen 5 sticks but higher than the modest-performing DRAM-less models we've tested: the Crucial P510 and the soon-to-be-reviewed Addlink G55H.As for durability, expressed as lifetime write capacity in total terabytes written, the NM1090 Pro matches the Crucial P510, T700, and T705 in the capacities they share. Its durability rating is a notch below the Corsair MP700 Pro, the ADATA Legend 970, and the Aorus 10000, which are rated at 700TBW for 1TB and 1,400TBW for 2TB. The Seagate FireCuda 540 is the reigning Gen 5 durability champ, with ratings of 1,000TBW for the 1TB stick and 2,000TBW for 2TB.The terabytes-written spec is a manufacturer's estimate of how much data can be written to a drive before some cells begin to fail and get taken out of service. Lexar warranties the NM1090 Pro for five years or until you hit the rated TBW figure in data writes, whichever comes first. But the drive's durability rating is such that unless you're writing unusually large amounts of data to the SSD, it's a safe bet that this drive will last the full warranty period and well beyond.The NM1090 includes the Lexar DiskMaster SSD Management tool, which lets you perform firmware updates, manage drive data, securely erase private files, and monitor drive health.System Requirements: Recent Motherboard RequiredPCIe 5.0 SSDs promise a major speed boost over PCIe 4.0 drives, but you can take advantage of it only if you have recent hardware that supports the standard. Only recent enthusiast-grade desktops and a handful of laptops are likely to be PCIe 5.0 SSD-ready off the shelf, so you may have to build your own PC from the ground up or update an existing system to gain the connectivity required. You'll need an Intel 12th Gen or later Core CPU with a motherboard based on Intel's Z690/Z790 or a more recent chipset; or an AMD Ryzen 7000 or 9000 processor with an AM5 motherboard built around an X670, X670E, B650E, or later chipset.Recommended by Our EditorsNow, an important point: Just because you have one of those chipsets doesn't guarantee that the motherboard maker actually implemented a PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 SSD slot. That's up to the board maker, so check your system's or motherboard's specs and documentation to make sure you actually have such a slot before investing in one of these drives. Some boards have PCIe 5.0 expansion slots for graphics cards and other PCI Express cards, but no PCIe 5.0 slots for SSDs. You need a PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 slot, specifically.Performance: Raw Speed Isn't EverythingIn benchmarking the NM1090 Pro, we used our latest testbed PC, designed specifically for benchmarking PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSDs. It is built around an ASRock X670E Taichi motherboard with an AMD X670 chipset, 32GB of DDR5 memory, one PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot, and three PCIe 4.0 slots. The system has an AMD Ryzen 9 7900 CPU using an AMD stock cooler; a GeForce RTX 2070 Super graphics card with 8GB of GDDR6 SDRAM; and a Thermaltake Toughpower GF1 Snow 750-watt power supply. The boot drive is an ADATA Legend 850 PCIe 4.0 SSD.We put the Lexar drive through our usual slate of internal solid-state drive benchmarks: Crystal DiskMark 6.0, UL's PCMark 10 Storage, and UL's 3DMark Storage benchmark. The last measures a drive's performance in a number of gaming-related load and launch tasks.Crystal DiskMark's sequential speed tests provide a traditional measure of drive throughput, simulating best-case, straight-line transfers of large files. We use this test largely to see if our tested speeds are in line with the manufacturer's rated speeds.The NM1090 Pro put up some scorching Crystal DiskMark numbers, easily beating its sequential read and write speed ratings while turning in the second-highest throughput results we've recorded, after the WD SN8100. And while its 4K read was middling for a Gen 5 drive and far behind the SN8100's prodigious score, the NM1090 Pro eked out a high score in 4K write, edging out the SN8100. Good 4K write performance is especially important for an SSD used as a boot drive, though we test them as secondary drives.The PCMark 10 Overall Storage test measures a drive's speed in performing a variety of routine tasks such as launching Windows, loading games and creative apps, and copying both small and large files.The NM1090 Pro's PCMark 10 Overall score was toward the low end of our comparison group, ahead of the two DRAM-less PCI Express 5.0 SSDs, as well as the two Gen 4 drives we included in the chart above. As for the individual traces that make up the PCMark 10 Overall score, the NM1090 Pro's scores were below average, generally similar to the DRAM-less PCIe 5.0 SSDs and ahead of the Gen 4 sticks. A bright spot was the NM1090 Pro's second-place finish in Adobe Premiere Pro loading, though it was brought down to earth with a last-place finish in Photoshop loading, behind even the two PCIe 4.0 SSDs. The NM1090 Pro also had a last-place finish in the Windows loading trace.In 3DMark Storage, which aggregates a drive's performance at a variety of gaming-related tasks, the NM1090 Pro's score was at the bottom of the pack, with its nearest rival, the Crucial P510, besting it by 18%. #lexar #professional #nm1090 #pro

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Lexar Professional NM1090 Pro

Pros Sizzling hot throughput speedsExcellent 4K write speedWill be available in capacities up to 4TB Cons Lackluster PCMark 10 Overall Storage scoreLowest score on 3DMark Storage gaming benchmark of all the Gen 5 drives we've reviewed Lexar Professional NM1090 Pro PCIe 5.0 SSD Specs Bus Type PCI Express 5.0 Capacity (Tested) 4 Controller Maker Silicon Motion Interface (Computer Side) PCI Express Internal Form Factor M.2 Type-2280 Internal or External Internal NAND Type TLC NVMe Support Rated Maximum Sequential Read 14000 Rated Maximum Sequential Write 13000 Terabytes Written (TBW) Rating 2800 Warranty Length 5 All Specs The Lexar Professional NM1090 Pro (starts at $179.99 for 1TB; $494.99 for 4TB as tested) easily beats its rated sequential throughput speeds, according to our extensive tests, and it has the second-highest throughput scores we have seen from an SSD. But the NM1090 Pro's other test results are largely unimpressive; this PCI Express 5.0 internal SSD's sheer raw speed does not translate into great overall performance. So while it doesn't unseat the Editors' Choice-winning WD Black SN8100, it's an acceptable alternative. Design and Specs: Up to 4TB of Storage SpaceThe NM1090 is a four-lane solid-state drive running the NVMe 2.0 protocol over a PCIe 5.0 bus. This internal SSD comes in the standard M.2 Type-2280 "gumstick" format. This drive uses Micron 232-layer 3D TLC NAND flash and a Silicon Motion (SMI) SM2508 controller. Lexar cites this controller's 6nm architecture for helping to control the heat that Gen 5 drives are wont to generate and to minimize thermal throttlng. (Baffled by some of this lingo? Check out our handy guide to SSD jargon.)Physically speaking, this drive is also flashier than many of its competitors. It's adorned with a gold stripe across the front, which contrasts nicely with the black accents. It's sure to complement a classy PC build. The NM1090 Pro comes in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities. The 4TB stick that I reviewed is expected to go on sale in the US in the near future.Pricewise, the NM1090 Pro is midrange, below some of the elite Gen 5 sticks but higher than the modest-performing DRAM-less models we've tested: the Crucial P510 and the soon-to-be-reviewed Addlink G55H.As for durability, expressed as lifetime write capacity in total terabytes written (TBW), the NM1090 Pro matches the Crucial P510, T700, and T705 in the capacities they share. Its durability rating is a notch below the Corsair MP700 Pro, the ADATA Legend 970, and the Aorus 10000, which are rated at 700TBW for 1TB and 1,400TBW for 2TB. The Seagate FireCuda 540 is the reigning Gen 5 durability champ, with ratings of 1,000TBW for the 1TB stick and 2,000TBW for 2TB.The terabytes-written spec is a manufacturer's estimate of how much data can be written to a drive before some cells begin to fail and get taken out of service. Lexar warranties the NM1090 Pro for five years or until you hit the rated TBW figure in data writes, whichever comes first. But the drive's durability rating is such that unless you're writing unusually large amounts of data to the SSD, it's a safe bet that this drive will last the full warranty period and well beyond.The NM1090 includes the Lexar DiskMaster SSD Management tool, which lets you perform firmware updates, manage drive data, securely erase private files, and monitor drive health.System Requirements: Recent Motherboard RequiredPCIe 5.0 SSDs promise a major speed boost over PCIe 4.0 drives, but you can take advantage of it only if you have recent hardware that supports the standard. Only recent enthusiast-grade desktops and a handful of laptops are likely to be PCIe 5.0 SSD-ready off the shelf, so you may have to build your own PC from the ground up or update an existing system to gain the connectivity required. You'll need an Intel 12th Gen or later Core CPU with a motherboard based on Intel's Z690/Z790 or a more recent chipset; or an AMD Ryzen 7000 or 9000 processor with an AM5 motherboard built around an X670, X670E, B650E, or later chipset.Recommended by Our Editors(Credit: Joseph Maldonado)Now, an important point: Just because you have one of those chipsets doesn't guarantee that the motherboard maker actually implemented a PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 SSD slot. That's up to the board maker, so check your system's or motherboard's specs and documentation to make sure you actually have such a slot before investing in one of these drives. Some boards have PCIe 5.0 expansion slots for graphics cards and other PCI Express cards, but no PCIe 5.0 slots for SSDs. You need a PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 slot, specifically.Performance: Raw Speed Isn't EverythingIn benchmarking the NM1090 Pro, we used our latest testbed PC, designed specifically for benchmarking PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSDs. It is built around an ASRock X670E Taichi motherboard with an AMD X670 chipset, 32GB of DDR5 memory, one PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot (with lanes that have direct access to the CPU), and three PCIe 4.0 slots. The system has an AMD Ryzen 9 7900 CPU using an AMD stock cooler; a GeForce RTX 2070 Super graphics card with 8GB of GDDR6 SDRAM; and a Thermaltake Toughpower GF1 Snow 750-watt power supply. The boot drive is an ADATA Legend 850 PCIe 4.0 SSD. (The reviewed SSD is tested as a secondary data drive.)We put the Lexar drive through our usual slate of internal solid-state drive benchmarks: Crystal DiskMark 6.0, UL's PCMark 10 Storage, and UL's 3DMark Storage benchmark. The last measures a drive's performance in a number of gaming-related load and launch tasks.Crystal DiskMark's sequential speed tests provide a traditional measure of drive throughput, simulating best-case, straight-line transfers of large files. We use this test largely to see if our tested speeds are in line with the manufacturer's rated speeds.The NM1090 Pro put up some scorching Crystal DiskMark numbers, easily beating its sequential read and write speed ratings while turning in the second-highest throughput results we've recorded, after the WD SN8100. And while its 4K read was middling for a Gen 5 drive and far behind the SN8100's prodigious score, the NM1090 Pro eked out a high score in 4K write, edging out the SN8100. Good 4K write performance is especially important for an SSD used as a boot drive, though we test them as secondary drives.The PCMark 10 Overall Storage test measures a drive's speed in performing a variety of routine tasks such as launching Windows, loading games and creative apps, and copying both small and large files.The NM1090 Pro's PCMark 10 Overall score was toward the low end of our comparison group, ahead of the two DRAM-less PCI Express 5.0 SSDs (the Addlink G55H and Crucial P510), as well as the two Gen 4 drives we included in the chart above. As for the individual traces that make up the PCMark 10 Overall score, the NM1090 Pro's scores were below average, generally similar to the DRAM-less PCIe 5.0 SSDs and ahead of the Gen 4 sticks. A bright spot was the NM1090 Pro's second-place finish in Adobe Premiere Pro loading (after the WD SN8100), though it was brought down to earth with a last-place finish in Photoshop loading, behind even the two PCIe 4.0 SSDs. The NM1090 Pro also had a last-place finish in the Windows loading trace.In 3DMark Storage, which aggregates a drive's performance at a variety of gaming-related tasks, the NM1090 Pro's score was at the bottom of the pack, with its nearest rival, the Crucial P510, besting it by 18%.

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2025-05-22 11:15:00 ·

This Seagate External Hard Drive Is Now Almost Free, No Need for an SSD With 2TB of Storage

If you’re looking for an affordableway to back up your files, the Seagate Portable 2TB external hard drivecurrently on sale is a great pick.
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The Seagate hard drive is designed to be spare and compatible with anything that will interface with both Windows and Mac computers and most game consoles. It is available for backing up files, photos, videos or game libraries, and plug-and-play design means no software install or difficult setup to accomplish. The drive is powered directly via the USB port so you don’t need external power supply.
Even though HDDs generally offer slower speeds than SSDs, the Seagate 2TB external hard drive still offers fast performance for day-to-day use. With transfer rates as high as 120MB/s, it’s more than sufficient to transfer large files. In contrast, SSDs can go much fasterbut for most users who need to store or back up large amounts of information, the difference in speed is never a bottleneck. For a 2TB capacity, an HDD like this remains a good and affordable option.

With 2TB of storage, you have room to store hundreds of thousands of photos, hours of HD video or entire game libraries without worrying about having too little space. With drag-and-drop simple organization and control over your files, the drive’s compatibility with both USB 3.0 and 2.0 ports ensures that it will get along with nearly any computer or console you happen to have on hand. For peace of mind for data protection, the drive also includes a data recovery service plan, which provides expert assistance in the case of data loss.
If you need low-cost, secure and high-capacity storage, this Seagate external hard drive is a very good choice. It’s far more economical and convenient than paying for periodic cloud storage planswith the added benefits of portability, performance, and convenience.
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If you’re looking for an affordableway to back up your files, the Seagate Portable 2TB external hard drivecurrently on sale is a great pick. Seagate is a global leader in the storage industry and for this Memorial Day sale, you can grab the 2TB HDD model for just which is a 13% discount from its usual price tag. Compared to the ongoing expense of cloud storage, this is a one-time investment that saves you money in the long run. For example, a 2TB cloud plan at pCloud will cost you per year, while this Seagate drive gives you the same capacityfor less than See HDD versus SSD The Seagate hard drive is designed to be spare and compatible with anything that will interface with both Windows and Mac computers and most game consoles. It is available for backing up files, photos, videos or game libraries, and plug-and-play design means no software install or difficult setup to accomplish. The drive is powered directly via the USB port so you don’t need external power supply. Even though HDDs generally offer slower speeds than SSDs, the Seagate 2TB external hard drive still offers fast performance for day-to-day use. With transfer rates as high as 120MB/s, it’s more than sufficient to transfer large files. In contrast, SSDs can go much fasterbut for most users who need to store or back up large amounts of information, the difference in speed is never a bottleneck. For a 2TB capacity, an HDD like this remains a good and affordable option. With 2TB of storage, you have room to store hundreds of thousands of photos, hours of HD video or entire game libraries without worrying about having too little space. With drag-and-drop simple organization and control over your files, the drive’s compatibility with both USB 3.0 and 2.0 ports ensures that it will get along with nearly any computer or console you happen to have on hand. For peace of mind for data protection, the drive also includes a data recovery service plan, which provides expert assistance in the case of data loss. If you need low-cost, secure and high-capacity storage, this Seagate external hard drive is a very good choice. It’s far more economical and convenient than paying for periodic cloud storage planswith the added benefits of portability, performance, and convenience. See #this #seagate #external #hard #drive

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If you’re looking for an affordable (and secure) way to back up your files, the Seagate Portable 2TB external hard drive (HDD) currently on sale at Amazon is a great pick. Seagate is a global leader in the storage industry and for this Memorial Day sale, you can grab the 2TB HDD model for just $69 which is a 13% discount from its usual $79 price tag. Compared to the ongoing expense of cloud storage, this is a one-time investment that saves you money in the long run. For example, a 2TB cloud plan at pCloud will cost you $120 per year, while this Seagate drive gives you the same capacity (lifetime) for less than $70. See at Amazon HDD versus SSD The Seagate hard drive is designed to be spare and compatible with anything that will interface with both Windows and Mac computers and most game consoles (PlayStation, Xbox…). It is available for backing up files, photos, videos or game libraries, and plug-and-play design means no software install or difficult setup to accomplish. The drive is powered directly via the USB port so you don’t need external power supply. Even though HDDs generally offer slower speeds than SSDs, the Seagate 2TB external hard drive still offers fast performance for day-to-day use. With transfer rates as high as 120MB/s, it’s more than sufficient to transfer large files. In contrast, SSDs can go much faster (500 to 1000MB/s) but for most users who need to store or back up large amounts of information, the difference in speed is never a bottleneck. For a 2TB capacity, an HDD like this remains a good and affordable option. With 2TB of storage, you have room to store hundreds of thousands of photos, hours of HD video or entire game libraries without worrying about having too little space. With drag-and-drop simple organization and control over your files, the drive’s compatibility with both USB 3.0 and 2.0 ports ensures that it will get along with nearly any computer or console you happen to have on hand. For peace of mind for data protection, the drive also includes a data recovery service plan, which provides expert assistance in the case of data loss. If you need low-cost, secure and high-capacity storage, this Seagate external hard drive is a very good choice. It’s far more economical and convenient than paying for periodic cloud storage plans (or SSD hard drives) with the added benefits of portability, performance, and convenience. See at Amazon

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2025-05-22 02:35:52 ·

AU Deals: Top Deals on Turtle Beach Controllers, Nightreign, Outlaws, Hogwarts, Kingdom Come 2, and More!

There’s a healthy swarm of discounts buzzing across every platform today, from indie gems to AAA heavy-hitters. Whether you're into sword-swinging epics, musical dungeon crawlers, or cosmic cowboy chaos, there’s something here worth chucking onto your backlog. Let's dig into the weird, wonderful, and wallet-friendly highlights for this very rainy Thursday.This Day in Gaming In retro news, I'm celebrating the 28th birthday of Fighters Megamix, the Sega Saturn's answer to Smash Bros before that was even a thing. Sega of the '90s was especially 3D fightin' obsessed, so the concept here was simple—smoosh a bunch of brawlers from the Virtua Fighter series, Fighting Vipers, and other games into one punch-a-rrific package. I remember being particularly stoked with the ten weirdo unlockable characters, like some Sonic the Fighters contestants, the palm tree from AM2's logo, a gun-packing Janet from Virtua Cop, and a *double checks memory* Daytona USA NASCAR.Aussie bdays for notable games- Fighters Megamix1997. eBay- Planetside2003.- Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney2008. Get- Klonoa2009. Remake- Ratchet & Clank: QForce2013. eBayContentsNintendoXboxPlayStationPCPC GearLEGOHeadphonesTVsNice Savings for Nintendo SwitchNintendo kicks things off with Hogwarts Legacy for AThe game includes a sly nod to the Harry Potter films with the moving staircases built from the same blueprints as the original set. Meanwhile, Crypt of the NecroDancer is just Aa steal for a rhythm-based roguelike whose composer Danny Baranowsky hid a remixed Zelda-style theme deep in the soundtrack.Hogwarts Legacy- ACrypt of the NecroDancer- AYooka-Laylee- AGuacamelee! Super Turbo Champ. Ed.- ALego Jurassic World- AExpiring Recent DealsNBA 2K25- ASea of Stars- AScribblenauts Mega Pack- ALego The Incredibles- ALego DC Super-Villains- AOr gift a Nintendo eShop Card.Switch Console PricesHow much to Switch it up?Back to topExciting Bargains for XboxOn Xbox Series X, Resident Evil 4 slashes its price to AThis remake revives the fan-favourite inventory “attache case” system, which was originally inspired by Tetris. Mass Effect Legendary Edition, now just Alets players romance aliens and punch annoying reporters, something BioWare gleefully leaned into after memes flooded the fandom.Resident Evil 4- AStar Wars Outlaws- AMass Effect Leg. Ed.- ATB Stealth Pivot Controller- AHogwarts Legacy- AXbox OneTB VelocityOne Flightstick- AGrand Theft Auto V- ATiny Tina's Wonderlands- AExpiring Recent DealsCoD: Black Ops 6- ASplit Fiction- ALies of P- ACrisis Core: FF VII Reunion- ACrash Team Racing Nitro Fueled- ABurnout Paradise Rem.- ANeed for Speed Hot Pursuit Rem.- AOr just invest in an Xbox Card.Xbox Console PricesHow many bucks for a 'Box?Back to topPure Scores for PlayStationOver on PlayStation 5, Elden Ring: Nightreign may only be 9% off at Abut it’s a fresh and massive sandbox filled with my kind of masochism and regret. Meanwhile, Star Wars Outlaws is Aand features a BD-unit droid originally designed for The Mandalorian but scrapped due to budget constraints.
Elden Ring: Nightreign- AKingdom Come Deliverance 2- AStar Wars Outlaws- ACyberpunk 2077: Ult. Ed.- AMonster Hunter Wilds- APS4Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown- ABayonetta- ACatherine: Full Body- AExpiring Recent DealsDeath Stranding 2- AGran Turismo 7- ANBA 2K25- AFinal Fantasy XVI- AAstro Bot- ACoD: Black Ops 6- ARed Dead- ANi No Kuni: WotWW- ACrysis Rem. Trilogy- APS+ Monthly FreebiesYours to keep from May 1 with this subscriptionArk: Survival AscendedBalatroWarhammer 40,000: BoltgunOr purchase a PS Store Card.What you'll pay to 'Station.Back to topPurchase Cheap for PCFinally, PC players can snag Red Dead Redemption 2 for Aa game so detailed it tracks horse testicle shrinkage in cold weather. Or saddle up with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown at Aa criminally under-bought platformer.Red Dead Redemption 2- AHogwarts Legacy- APrince of Persia: The Lost Crown- AAssassin's Creed Valhalla- AManeater- AExpiring Recent DealsHelldivers 2- ARoadCraft- ACyberpunk 2077: Ult. Ed.- AInside- ALimbo- AOr just get a Steam Wallet CardPC Hardware PricesSlay your pile of shame.Laptop DealsHP Envy x360 16" 2-in-1– AHP Laptop 15.6" Ryzen– AThinkPad E14 Gen 5– ALenovo Yoga 7i Gen 9– AApple 2024 MacBook Air 15-inch– ALenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5- ALenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen7- ADesktop DealsLenovo neo 50q Gen 4 Tiny– ALenovo neo 50t Gen 5 Desk– ALenovo Legion Tower 5i– AMonitor DealsARZOPA 16.1" 144Hz– AZ-Edge 27" 240Hz– AGawfolk 34" WQHD– ALG 27" Ultragear– AComponent DealsMSI PRO B650M-A WiFi Motherboard– AAMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D– ACorsair Vengeance 32GB– AKingston FURY Beast 16GB– AStorage DealsSeagate One Touch Portable HDD– AKingston 1TB USB 3.2 SSD– ASanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO– ASanDisk 32GB Ultra SDHC– ABack to topLegit LEGO DealsMandalorian Moff Gideon Battle- ASpace Construction Mech- AFountain Garden Building- AWilliams Racing & Haas F1 Race Cars- AExpiring Recent DealsBotanicals Daffodils- AMinions’ Music Party Bus- ADeep-Sea Research Submarine- AConstruction Steamroller- ABack to topHot Headphones DealsAudiophilia for lessGalaxy Buds2 Pro– ATechnics Wireless NC– ASoundPEATS Space– ASony MDR7506 Pro– ABack to topTerrific TV DealsDo right by your console, upgrade your tellyLG 43" UT80 4K– AKogan 65" QLED 4K– AKogan 55" QLED 4K– ALG 55" UT80 4K– ABack to top Adam Mathew is our Aussie deals wrangler. He plays practically everything, often on YouTube.
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AU Deals: Top Deals on Turtle Beach Controllers, Nightreign, Outlaws, Hogwarts, Kingdom Come 2, and More!
There’s a healthy swarm of discounts buzzing across every platform today, from indie gems to AAA heavy-hitters. Whether you're into sword-swinging epics, musical dungeon crawlers, or cosmic cowboy chaos, there’s something here worth chucking onto your backlog. Let's dig into the weird, wonderful, and wallet-friendly highlights for this very rainy Thursday.This Day in Gaming 🎂In retro news, I'm celebrating the 28th birthday of Fighters Megamix, the Sega Saturn's answer to Smash Bros before that was even a thing. Sega of the '90s was especially 3D fightin' obsessed, so the concept here was simple—smoosh a bunch of brawlers from the Virtua Fighter series, Fighting Vipers, and other games into one punch-a-rrific package. I remember being particularly stoked with the ten weirdo unlockable characters, like some Sonic the Fighters contestants, the palm tree from AM2's logo, a gun-packing Janet from Virtua Cop, and a *double checks memory* Daytona USA NASCAR.Aussie bdays for notable games- Fighters Megamix1997. eBay- Planetside2003.- Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney2008. Get- Klonoa2009. Remake- Ratchet & Clank: QForce2013. eBayContentsNintendoXboxPlayStationPCPC GearLEGOHeadphonesTVsNice Savings for Nintendo SwitchNintendo kicks things off with Hogwarts Legacy for AThe game includes a sly nod to the Harry Potter films with the moving staircases built from the same blueprints as the original set. Meanwhile, Crypt of the NecroDancer is just Aa steal for a rhythm-based roguelike whose composer Danny Baranowsky hid a remixed Zelda-style theme deep in the soundtrack.Hogwarts Legacy- ACrypt of the NecroDancer- AYooka-Laylee- AGuacamelee! Super Turbo Champ. Ed.- ALego Jurassic World- AExpiring Recent DealsNBA 2K25- ASea of Stars- AScribblenauts Mega Pack- ALego The Incredibles- ALego DC Super-Villains- AOr gift a Nintendo eShop Card.Switch Console PricesHow much to Switch it up?Back to topExciting Bargains for XboxOn Xbox Series X, Resident Evil 4 slashes its price to AThis remake revives the fan-favourite inventory “attache case” system, which was originally inspired by Tetris. Mass Effect Legendary Edition, now just Alets players romance aliens and punch annoying reporters, something BioWare gleefully leaned into after memes flooded the fandom.Resident Evil 4- AStar Wars Outlaws- AMass Effect Leg. Ed.- ATB Stealth Pivot Controller- AHogwarts Legacy- AXbox OneTB VelocityOne Flightstick- AGrand Theft Auto V- ATiny Tina's Wonderlands- AExpiring Recent DealsCoD: Black Ops 6- ASplit Fiction- ALies of P- ACrisis Core: FF VII Reunion- ACrash Team Racing Nitro Fueled- ABurnout Paradise Rem.- ANeed for Speed Hot Pursuit Rem.- AOr just invest in an Xbox Card.Xbox Console PricesHow many bucks for a 'Box?Back to topPure Scores for PlayStationOver on PlayStation 5, Elden Ring: Nightreign may only be 9% off at Abut it’s a fresh and massive sandbox filled with my kind of masochism and regret. Meanwhile, Star Wars Outlaws is Aand features a BD-unit droid originally designed for The Mandalorian but scrapped due to budget constraints. Elden Ring: Nightreign- AKingdom Come Deliverance 2- AStar Wars Outlaws- ACyberpunk 2077: Ult. Ed.- AMonster Hunter Wilds- APS4Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown- ABayonetta- ACatherine: Full Body- AExpiring Recent DealsDeath Stranding 2- AGran Turismo 7- ANBA 2K25- AFinal Fantasy XVI- AAstro Bot- ACoD: Black Ops 6- ARed Dead- ANi No Kuni: WotWW- ACrysis Rem. Trilogy- APS+ Monthly FreebiesYours to keep from May 1 with this subscriptionArk: Survival AscendedBalatroWarhammer 40,000: BoltgunOr purchase a PS Store Card.What you'll pay to 'Station.Back to topPurchase Cheap for PCFinally, PC players can snag Red Dead Redemption 2 for Aa game so detailed it tracks horse testicle shrinkage in cold weather. Or saddle up with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown at Aa criminally under-bought platformer.Red Dead Redemption 2- AHogwarts Legacy- APrince of Persia: The Lost Crown- AAssassin's Creed Valhalla- AManeater- AExpiring Recent DealsHelldivers 2- ARoadCraft- ACyberpunk 2077: Ult. Ed.- AInside- ALimbo- AOr just get a Steam Wallet CardPC Hardware PricesSlay your pile of shame.Laptop DealsHP Envy x360 16" 2-in-1– AHP Laptop 15.6" Ryzen– AThinkPad E14 Gen 5– ALenovo Yoga 7i Gen 9– AApple 2024 MacBook Air 15-inch– ALenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5- ALenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen7- ADesktop DealsLenovo neo 50q Gen 4 Tiny– ALenovo neo 50t Gen 5 Desk– ALenovo Legion Tower 5i– AMonitor DealsARZOPA 16.1" 144Hz– AZ-Edge 27" 240Hz– AGawfolk 34" WQHD– ALG 27" Ultragear– AComponent DealsMSI PRO B650M-A WiFi Motherboard– AAMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D– ACorsair Vengeance 32GB– AKingston FURY Beast 16GB– AStorage DealsSeagate One Touch Portable HDD– AKingston 1TB USB 3.2 SSD– ASanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO– ASanDisk 32GB Ultra SDHC– ABack to topLegit LEGO DealsMandalorian Moff Gideon Battle- ASpace Construction Mech- AFountain Garden Building- AWilliams Racing & Haas F1 Race Cars- AExpiring Recent DealsBotanicals Daffodils- AMinions’ Music Party Bus- ADeep-Sea Research Submarine- AConstruction Steamroller- ABack to topHot Headphones DealsAudiophilia for lessGalaxy Buds2 Pro– ATechnics Wireless NC– ASoundPEATS Space– ASony MDR7506 Pro– ABack to topTerrific TV DealsDo right by your console, upgrade your tellyLG 43" UT80 4K– AKogan 65" QLED 4K– AKogan 55" QLED 4K– ALG 55" UT80 4K– ABack to top Adam Mathew is our Aussie deals wrangler. 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AU Deals: Top Deals on Turtle Beach Controllers, Nightreign, Outlaws, Hogwarts, Kingdom Come 2, and More!

There’s a healthy swarm of discounts buzzing across every platform today, from indie gems to AAA heavy-hitters. Whether you're into sword-swinging epics, musical dungeon crawlers, or cosmic cowboy chaos, there’s something here worth chucking onto your backlog. Let's dig into the weird, wonderful, and wallet-friendly highlights for this very rainy Thursday.This Day in Gaming 🎂In retro news, I'm celebrating the 28th birthday of Fighters Megamix, the Sega Saturn's answer to Smash Bros before that was even a thing. Sega of the '90s was especially 3D fightin' obsessed, so the concept here was simple—smoosh a bunch of brawlers from the Virtua Fighter series, Fighting Vipers, and other games into one punch-a-rrific package. I remember being particularly stoked with the ten weirdo unlockable characters, like some Sonic the Fighters contestants, the palm tree from AM2's logo, a gun-packing Janet from Virtua Cop, and a *double checks memory* Daytona USA NASCAR.Aussie bdays for notable games- Fighters Megamix (SAT) 1997. eBay- Planetside (PC) 2003.- Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney (DS) 2008. Get- Klonoa (Wii) 2009. Remake- Ratchet & Clank: QForce (PSV) 2013. eBayContentsNintendoXboxPlayStationPCPC GearLEGOHeadphonesTVsNice Savings for Nintendo SwitchNintendo kicks things off with Hogwarts Legacy for A$59. The game includes a sly nod to the Harry Potter films with the moving staircases built from the same blueprints as the original set. Meanwhile, Crypt of the NecroDancer is just A$6.00, a steal for a rhythm-based roguelike whose composer Danny Baranowsky hid a remixed Zelda-style theme deep in the soundtrack.Hogwarts Legacy (-34%) - A$59.00Crypt of the NecroDancer (-80%) - A$6.00Yooka-Laylee (-80%) - A$6.50Guacamelee! Super Turbo Champ. Ed. (-75%) - A$5.00Lego Jurassic World (-90%) - A$5.90Expiring Recent DealsNBA 2K25 (-68%) - A$29Sea of Stars (-35%) - A$33Scribblenauts Mega Pack (-90%) - A$4Lego The Incredibles (-92%) - A$7Lego DC Super-Villains (-90%) - A$8Or gift a Nintendo eShop Card.Switch Console PricesHow much to Switch it up?Back to topExciting Bargains for XboxOn Xbox Series X, Resident Evil 4 slashes its price to A$31.40. This remake revives the fan-favourite inventory “attache case” system, which was originally inspired by Tetris. Mass Effect Legendary Edition, now just A$9.90, lets players romance aliens and punch annoying reporters, something BioWare gleefully leaned into after memes flooded the fandom.Resident Evil 4 (-47%) - A$31.40Star Wars Outlaws (-64%) - A$40.00Mass Effect Leg. Ed. (-90%) - A$9.90TB Stealth Pivot Controller (-33%) - A$168.40Hogwarts Legacy (-55%) - A$49.00Xbox OneTB VelocityOne Flightstick (-18%) - A$205.60Grand Theft Auto V (-52%) - A$29.00Tiny Tina's Wonderlands (-90%) - A$10.00Expiring Recent DealsCoD: Black Ops 6 (-19%) - A$89Split Fiction (-16%) - A$59Lies of P (-35%) - A$58Crisis Core: FF VII Reunion (-46%) - A$46Crash Team Racing Nitro Fueled (-26%) - A$51Burnout Paradise Rem. (-75%) - A$7Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Rem. (-80%) - A$11Or just invest in an Xbox Card.Xbox Console PricesHow many bucks for a 'Box?Back to topPure Scores for PlayStationOver on PlayStation 5, Elden Ring: Nightreign may only be 9% off at A$64.00, but it’s a fresh and massive sandbox filled with my kind of masochism and regret. Meanwhile, Star Wars Outlaws is A$40.00 and features a BD-unit droid originally designed for The Mandalorian but scrapped due to budget constraints. Elden Ring: Nightreign (-9%) - A$64.00Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 (-19%) - A$89.00Star Wars Outlaws (-64%) - A$40.00Cyberpunk 2077: Ult. Ed. (-20%) - A$84.00Monster Hunter Wilds (-26%) - A$89.00PS4Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown (-73%) - A$26.80Bayonetta (-75%) - A$9.40Catherine: Full Body (-80%) - A$10.90Expiring Recent DealsDeath Stranding 2 (-21%) - A$99Gran Turismo 7 (-29%) - A$88NBA 2K25 (-68%) - A$38Final Fantasy XVI (-48%) - A$44Astro Bot (-19%) - A$89CoD: Black Ops 6 (-19%) - A$89Red Dead (-68%) - A$29Ni No Kuni: WotWW (-80%) - A$13Crysis Rem. Trilogy (-75%) - A$18PS+ Monthly FreebiesYours to keep from May 1 with this subscriptionArk: Survival Ascended (PS5)Balatro (PS5/PS4)Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun (PS5/PS4)Or purchase a PS Store Card.What you'll pay to 'Station.Back to topPurchase Cheap for PCFinally, PC players can snag Red Dead Redemption 2 for A$22.40, a game so detailed it tracks horse testicle shrinkage in cold weather (yes, really). Or saddle up with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown at A$29, a criminally under-bought platformer.Red Dead Redemption 2 (-75%) - A$22.40Hogwarts Legacy (-75%) - A$22.40Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (-50%) - A$29.90Assassin's Creed Valhalla (-75%) - A$22.40Maneater (-80%) - A$11.30Expiring Recent DealsHelldivers 2 (-31%) - A$41RoadCraft (-17%) - A$51Cyberpunk 2077: Ult. Ed. (-45%) - A$65Inside (-90%) - A$2.99Limbo (-90%) - A$1.49Or just get a Steam Wallet CardPC Hardware PricesSlay your pile of shame.Laptop DealsHP Envy x360 16" 2-in-1 (-39%) – A$1,399HP Laptop 15.6" Ryzen (-34%) – A$1,049ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (-35%) – A$869Lenovo Yoga 7i Gen 9 (-41%) – A$1,229Apple 2024 MacBook Air 15-inch (-16%) – A$2,094Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (-36%) - A$879Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen7 (-27%) - A$1,018Desktop DealsLenovo neo 50q Gen 4 Tiny (-35%) – A$639Lenovo neo 50t Gen 5 Desk (-20%) – A$871.20Lenovo Legion Tower 5i (-29%) – A$1,899Monitor DealsARZOPA 16.1" 144Hz (-55%) – A$159.99Z-Edge 27" 240Hz (-15%) – A$237.99Gawfolk 34" WQHD (-28%) – A$359LG 27" Ultragear (-42%) – A$349Component DealsMSI PRO B650M-A WiFi Motherboard (-41%) – A$229AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (-7%) – A$876Corsair Vengeance 32GB (-35%) – A$82Kingston FURY Beast 16GB (-30%) – A$48Storage DealsSeagate One Touch Portable HDD (-24%) – A$228Kingston 1TB USB 3.2 SSD (-17%) – A$115SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO (-63%) – A$29SanDisk 32GB Ultra SDHC (-53%) – A$9.90Back to topLegit LEGO DealsMandalorian Moff Gideon Battle (-42%) - A$35.00Space Construction Mech (-33%) - A$10.00Fountain Garden Building (-28%) - A$129.90Williams Racing & Haas F1 Race Cars (-27%) - A$22.00Expiring Recent DealsBotanicals Daffodils (-48%) - A$12Minions’ Music Party Bus (-42%) - A$35Deep-Sea Research Submarine (-33%) - A$39Construction Steamroller (-33%) - A$10Back to topHot Headphones DealsAudiophilia for lessGalaxy Buds2 Pro (-31%) – A$239Technics Wireless NC (-33%) – A$365SoundPEATS Space (-25%) – A$56.99Sony MDR7506 Pro (-18%) – A$199Back to topTerrific TV DealsDo right by your console, upgrade your tellyLG 43" UT80 4K (-24%) – A$635Kogan 65" QLED 4K (-50%) – A$699Kogan 55" QLED 4K (-45%) – A$549LG 55" UT80 4K (-28%) – A$866Back to top Adam Mathew is our Aussie deals wrangler. 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AU Deals: Criminally Good Prices for The Precinct, Mafia Old Country, Doom Dark Ages, and More!
Get your gaming gear primed and wallets at the ready, because today’s lineup of stellar discounts is too good to miss.
From adrenaline‑pumping races on Switch to monstrous PC conquests, there’s sweet, economical escapism for all.
Nothing but games worth owning.
Let's get to it.This Day in Gaming In retro news, I've baked a cake with a big 16 on it for Pokémon Platinum.
Part of the DS Gen IV series, this sprawling Sinnoh shenanigan served as a third version to Pokémon Diamond and Pearl.
My memories of it include a gleeful hunt for the 59 extra Pokémon added and dipping into the new M.C.
Escher-esque Distortion World to bag a Giratina.
It also had some of the best post-game content in the series, and, oh crap—I've just talked myself into a replay...Aussie bdays for notable games- Castlevania (N64) 1999.
eBay- R-Type Delta (PS) 1999.
Sequel- Ninja Gaiden (XB) 2004.
Redux- The Suffering (XB) 2004.
Get- Pokémon Platinum (DS) 2009.
Sequel- 3D Dot Game Heroes (PS3) 2010.
eBayContentsNice Savings for Nintendo SwitchPreorders openNintendo Switch 2 ConsoleRequires a free to make / cancel First Membership that provides free shipping.On Switch, Crash Team Racing Nitro‑Fueled has been turbo‑charged down to A$48 (31% off)—did you know the devs fine‑tuned the boost physics post‑launch to nail those drift combos? Pair that with Life Is Strange: True Colors at just A$25 (70% off), where over 350 hours of voice work bring Alex’s empathy powers to life.Expiring Recent DealsOr gift a Nintendo eShop Card.Switch Console PricesHow much to Switch it up?Switch OLED + Mario Wonder: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $538 |
Switch Original: $̶4̶9̶9̶ $448 |
Switch OLED Black: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $477 |
Switch OLED White: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $476 ♥ |
Switch Lite: $̶3̶2̶9̶ $328 |
Switch Lite Hyrule: $̶3̶3̶9̶ $335See itBack to topExciting Bargains for XboxOver on Xbox Series X, dive into Mafia: The Old Country for A$79 (12% off), born from the team’s real‑world reconnaissance trips to capture 1960s Italian ambience, and slay beasts in The Witcher 3 for a mere A$5 (90% off), its dynamic weather system originally coded to simulate thousands of unique fog patterns.Mafia: The Old Country (-12%) - A$79Seagate 1TB Expansion Card (-33%) - A$208UFC 5 (-65%) - A$39The Witcher 3 (-90%) - A$5EA Sports FC 25 (-55%) - A$49Xbox OneExpiring Recent DealsOr just invest in an Xbox Card.Xbox Console PricesHow many bucks for a 'Box? Series X: $̶7̶9̶9̶ $798 |
Series S Black: $̶5̶4̶9̶ $545 |
Series S White:$̶4̶9̶9̶ $498 |
Series S Starter: N/ASee itBack to topPure Scores for PlayStationPS5 owners can secure Final Fantasy VII Rebirth at A$95 (16% off), showcasing a cutscene engine that renders over 100,000 particles per frame, and lock ‘n’ load in Sniper Elite 5 for A$80 (19% off), which boasts more than 500 painstakingly motion‑captured kill‑cam animations.40K Space Marine 2 (-18%) - A$89Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (-16%) - A$95UFC 5 (-65%) - A$39Sniper Elite 5 (-19%) - A$80Monster Hunter Wilds (-22%) - A$90PS4Expiring Recent DealsPS+ Monthly FreebiesYours to keep from Apr 1 with this subscriptionARK: Survival Ascended | PS5Balatro | PS5, PS4Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun | PS5, PS4Or purchase a PS Store Card.What you'll pay to 'Station.PS5 + Astro Bot:$̶7̶2̶4̶.9̶5̶ $699 |
PS5 Slim Disc:$̶7̶9̶9̶ $798 |
PS5 Slim Digital:6̶7̶9̶ $678 |
PS5 Pro $1,199 |
PS VR2: $649.95 |
PS VR2 + Horizon: $1,099 |
PS Portal: $329See itBack to topPurchase Cheap for PCFinally, PC strategists will relish Sid Meier’s Civilization VI at just A$8 (90% off), featuring an AI “council” modelled on ancient war strategies.
Alternatively, go lead a cult in Cult of the Lamb for A$17 (50% off), where every cheeky sermon spoofs those 16th‑century pamphlets.Expiring Recent DealsOr just get a Steam Wallet CardPC Hardware PricesSlay your pile of shame.Official launch in NovSteam Deck 256GB LCD: $649 |
Steam Deck 512GB OLED: $899 |
Steam Deck 1TB OLED: $1,049See it at SteamLaptop DealsHP Envy x360 16" 2-in-1 (-39%) – A$1,399HP Laptop 15.6" Ryzen (-34%) – A$1,049ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (-35%) – A$869Lenovo Yoga 7i Gen 9 (-41%) – A$1,229Apple 2024 MacBook Air 15-inch (-16%) – A$2,094Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (-36%) - A$879Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen7 (-27%) - A$1,018Desktop DealsLenovo neo 50q Gen 4 Tiny (-35%) – A$639Lenovo neo 50t Gen 5 Desk (-20%) – A$871.20Lenovo Legion Tower 5i (-29%) – A$1,899Monitor DealsARZOPA 16.1" 144Hz (-55%) – A$159.99Z-Edge 27" 240Hz (-15%) – A$237.99Gawfolk 34" WQHD (-28%) – A$359LG 27" Ultragear (-42%) – A$349Component DealsStorage DealsBack to topLegit LEGO DealsMobile Construction Crane (-34%) - A$119Modular Galactic Spaceship (-31%) - A$89R2-D2 Model (-30%) - A$139Fountain Garden Building (-28%) - A$129Expiring Recent DealsBack to topHot Headphones DealsAudiophilia for lessGalaxy Buds2 Pro (-31%) – A$239Technics Wireless NC (-33%) – A$365SoundPEATS Space (-25%) – A$56.99Sony MDR7506 Pro (-18%) – A$199Back to topTerrific TV DealsDo right by your console, upgrade your tellyLG 43" UT80 4K (-24%) – A$635Kogan 65" QLED 4K (-50%) – A$699Kogan 55" QLED 4K (-45%) – A$549LG 55" UT80 4K (-28%) – A$866Back to top Adam Mathew is our Aussie deals wrangler.
He plays practically everything, often on YouTube.
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AU Deals: Criminally Good Prices for The Precinct, Mafia Old Country, Doom Dark Ages, and More!
Get your gaming gear primed and wallets at the ready, because today’s lineup of stellar discounts is too good to miss. From adrenaline‑pumping races on Switch to monstrous PC conquests, there’s sweet, economical escapism for all. Nothing but games worth owning. Let's get to it.This Day in Gaming 🎂In retro news, I've baked a cake with a big 16 on it for Pokémon Platinum. Part of the DS Gen IV series, this sprawling Sinnoh shenanigan served as a third version to Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. My memories of it include a gleeful hunt for the 59 extra Pokémon added and dipping into the new M.C. Escher-esque Distortion World to bag a Giratina. It also had some of the best post-game content in the series, and, oh crap—I've just talked myself into a replay...Aussie bdays for notable games- Castlevania (N64) 1999. eBay- R-Type Delta (PS) 1999. Sequel- Ninja Gaiden (XB) 2004. Redux- The Suffering (XB) 2004. Get- Pokémon Platinum (DS) 2009. Sequel- 3D Dot Game Heroes (PS3) 2010. eBayContentsNice Savings for Nintendo SwitchPreorders openNintendo Switch 2 ConsoleRequires a free to make / cancel First Membership that provides free shipping.On Switch, Crash Team Racing Nitro‑Fueled has been turbo‑charged down to A$48 (31% off)—did you know the devs fine‑tuned the boost physics post‑launch to nail those drift combos? Pair that with Life Is Strange: True Colors at just A$25 (70% off), where over 350 hours of voice work bring Alex’s empathy powers to life.Expiring Recent DealsOr gift a Nintendo eShop Card.Switch Console PricesHow much to Switch it up?Switch OLED + Mario Wonder: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $538 | Switch Original: $̶4̶9̶9̶ $448 | Switch OLED Black: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $477 | Switch OLED White: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $476 ♥ | Switch Lite: $̶3̶2̶9̶ $328 | Switch Lite Hyrule: $̶3̶3̶9̶ $335See itBack to topExciting Bargains for XboxOver on Xbox Series X, dive into Mafia: The Old Country for A$79 (12% off), born from the team’s real‑world reconnaissance trips to capture 1960s Italian ambience, and slay beasts in The Witcher 3 for a mere A$5 (90% off), its dynamic weather system originally coded to simulate thousands of unique fog patterns.Mafia: The Old Country (-12%) - A$79Seagate 1TB Expansion Card (-33%) - A$208UFC 5 (-65%) - A$39The Witcher 3 (-90%) - A$5EA Sports FC 25 (-55%) - A$49Xbox OneExpiring Recent DealsOr just invest in an Xbox Card.Xbox Console PricesHow many bucks for a 'Box? 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Sequel- 3D Dot Game Heroes (PS3) 2010. eBayContentsNice Savings for Nintendo SwitchPreorders openNintendo Switch 2 ConsoleRequires a free to make / cancel First Membership that provides free shipping.On Switch, Crash Team Racing Nitro‑Fueled has been turbo‑charged down to A$48 (31% off)—did you know the devs fine‑tuned the boost physics post‑launch to nail those drift combos? Pair that with Life Is Strange: True Colors at just A$25 (70% off), where over 350 hours of voice work bring Alex’s empathy powers to life.Expiring Recent DealsOr gift a Nintendo eShop Card.Switch Console PricesHow much to Switch it up?Switch OLED + Mario Wonder: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $538 | Switch Original: $̶4̶9̶9̶ $448 | Switch OLED Black: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $477 | Switch OLED White: $̶5̶3̶9̶ $476 ♥ | Switch Lite: $̶3̶2̶9̶ $328 | Switch Lite Hyrule: $̶3̶3̶9̶ $335See itBack to topExciting Bargains for XboxOver on Xbox Series X, dive into Mafia: The Old Country for A$79 (12% off), born from the team’s real‑world reconnaissance trips to capture 1960s Italian ambience, and slay beasts in The Witcher 3 for a mere A$5 (90% off), its dynamic weather system originally coded to simulate thousands of unique fog patterns.Mafia: The Old Country (-12%) - A$79Seagate 1TB Expansion Card (-33%) - A$208UFC 5 (-65%) - A$39The Witcher 3 (-90%) - A$5EA Sports FC 25 (-55%) - A$49Xbox OneExpiring Recent DealsOr just invest in an Xbox Card.Xbox Console PricesHow many bucks for a 'Box? Series X: $̶7̶9̶9̶ $798 👑| Series S Black: $̶5̶4̶9̶ $545 | Series S White:$̶4̶9̶9̶ $498 | Series S Starter: N/ASee itBack to topPure Scores for PlayStationPS5 owners can secure Final Fantasy VII Rebirth at A$95 (16% off), showcasing a cutscene engine that renders over 100,000 particles per frame, and lock ‘n’ load in Sniper Elite 5 for A$80 (19% off), which boasts more than 500 painstakingly motion‑captured kill‑cam animations.40K Space Marine 2 (-18%) - A$89Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (-16%) - A$95UFC 5 (-65%) - A$39Sniper Elite 5 (-19%) - A$80Monster Hunter Wilds (-22%) - A$90PS4Expiring Recent DealsPS+ Monthly FreebiesYours to keep from Apr 1 with this subscriptionARK: Survival Ascended | PS5Balatro | PS5, PS4Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun | PS5, PS4Or purchase a PS Store Card.What you'll pay to 'Station.PS5 + Astro Bot:$̶7̶2̶4̶.9̶5̶ $699👑 | PS5 Slim Disc:$̶7̶9̶9̶ $798 | PS5 Slim Digital:6̶7̶9̶ $678 | PS5 Pro $1,199 | PS VR2: $649.95 | PS VR2 + Horizon: $1,099 | PS Portal: $329See itBack to topPurchase Cheap for PCFinally, PC strategists will relish Sid Meier’s Civilization VI at just A$8 (90% off), featuring an AI “council” modelled on ancient war strategies. Alternatively, go lead a cult in Cult of the Lamb for A$17 (50% off), where every cheeky sermon spoofs those 16th‑century pamphlets.Expiring Recent DealsOr just get a Steam Wallet CardPC Hardware PricesSlay your pile of shame.Official launch in NovSteam Deck 256GB LCD: $649 | Steam Deck 512GB OLED: $899 | Steam Deck 1TB OLED: $1,049See it at SteamLaptop DealsHP Envy x360 16" 2-in-1 (-39%) – A$1,399HP Laptop 15.6" Ryzen (-34%) – A$1,049ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (-35%) – A$869Lenovo Yoga 7i Gen 9 (-41%) – A$1,229Apple 2024 MacBook Air 15-inch (-16%) – A$2,094Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (-36%) - A$879Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen7 (-27%) - A$1,018Desktop DealsLenovo neo 50q Gen 4 Tiny (-35%) – A$639Lenovo neo 50t Gen 5 Desk (-20%) – A$871.20Lenovo Legion Tower 5i (-29%) – A$1,899Monitor DealsARZOPA 16.1" 144Hz (-55%) – A$159.99Z-Edge 27" 240Hz (-15%) – A$237.99Gawfolk 34" WQHD (-28%) – A$359LG 27" Ultragear (-42%) – A$349Component DealsStorage DealsBack to topLegit LEGO DealsMobile Construction Crane (-34%) - A$119Modular Galactic Spaceship (-31%) - A$89R2-D2 Model (-30%) - A$139Fountain Garden Building (-28%) - A$129Expiring Recent DealsBack to topHot Headphones DealsAudiophilia for lessGalaxy Buds2 Pro (-31%) – A$239Technics Wireless NC (-33%) – A$365SoundPEATS Space (-25%) – A$56.99Sony MDR7506 Pro (-18%) – A$199Back to topTerrific TV DealsDo right by your console, upgrade your tellyLG 43" UT80 4K (-24%) – A$635Kogan 65" QLED 4K (-50%) – A$699Kogan 55" QLED 4K (-45%) – A$549LG 55" UT80 4K (-28%) – A$866Back to top Adam Mathew is our Aussie deals wrangler. 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Best external SSD for gaming 2025: Portable performance drives

Maybe your gaming laptop doesn’t have enough storage.
Or you simply want an easy way to make your game library portable.
An external SSD can fix both of these issues (and more) by providing an easy way to expand storage that you can take on the go.
But choosing an external SSD means sorting through a dizzying array of options, and making a poor choice can leave you feeling hard done by.
Lucky for you, we’ve done the testing and can offer some sure-fire recommendations that are guaranteed to help, and not hinder, your gaming setup.
Why you should trust us: We are PCWorld.
Our reviewers have been putting computer hardware through its paces for decades.
Our external drive evaluations are thorough and rigorous, testing the limits of every product — from performance benchmarks to the practicalities of regular use.
As consumers ourselves, we know what makes a product exceptional.
For more about our testing process, scroll to the bottom of this article.
Scroll below our recommendations to learn about other external SSDs for gaming that did not make our list.
Lexar SL600 Blaze – Best 20Gbps external SSD for gaming

Pros
Good 20Gbps performer
Top bang for the buck
Five-year warranty

Cons
4TB model not yet available

The competition is very close in the top tier of 20Gbps external drives, with the big-name contenders trading wins up and down the benchmark charts.
But a winner is a winner, and in the end, the Lexar overtook our previous champ, Crucial’s X10 Pro, even if only by a hair.
The upshot is that you can expect excellent performance from the Lexar SL600.
It also comes in a uniquely shaped form factor, complete with an opening to accommodate a lanyard, for easy toting.
Gamers might appreciate that you can even add some bling by opting for the SL660 variant, which features RGB lighting within its miniature handle.
The drive comes with the standard five year warranty.
When performance is this closely matched among products, the determining factor should be price.
And here, too, the SL600 is neck-and-neck with the Crucial X10 Pro, and priced slightly to significantly cheaper than some of its competitors, at least as of this writing — particularly at the 2TB level.
Read our full

Lexar SL600 20Gbps USB SSD review
Teamgroup M200 – Best budget 20Gbps external SSD for gaming

Pros
Fast everyday performance
Available in up to 8TB (eventually) capacity
Attractively styled

Cons
No TBW rating
Company will change components if shortages demand
Writes slow to 200MBps off cache

The Teamgroup M200 provides excellent bang for your buck with 20Gbps transfer rates and up to 4TB of storage for a very reasonable price.
It has great everyday performance, too.

Its slick military-style design is based on the CheyTac M200 sniper rifle—a perfect fit for those late night frag sessions.
Unfortunately, Teamgroup doesn’t provide a TBW rating or official IP rating for the M200 so it’s more difficult to compare it as a whole to its competitors.
However the M200 is a fast, extremely well priced external SSD with a gamer-friendly design that will look good and perform well in almost any setup.
Read our full

Teamgroup T-Force M200 20Gbps USB SSD review
PNY RP60 20Gbps USB SSD – Best rugged 20Gbps external SSD for gaming

Pros
Handsome, IP65-rated design (dust-proof, water-resistant)
Good 20Gbps performance
Nice flat Type-C USB ribbon cable

Cons
USB port plug tether is difficult to reinsert.

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If you tend to take your gaming drive everywhere, and/or you’re not the most careful person with hardware, a ruggedized external SSD is a practical answer.

The PNY RP60 offers more than just a rugged IP65-rated exterior that protects against dust and water droplets; and while very handsome and lightweight to boot; the drive is also an admirable performer, even besting one of the fastest 20Gbps drives we’ve tested — the Crucial X10 Pro — in a couple of our tests.
The RP60 is also competitively priced at $100 and $180 for 1TB and 2TB, respectively.

Read our full

PNY RP60 20Gbps USB SSD review
Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 – Most portable 20Gbps external SSD for gaming

Pros
Extremely small profile
Shock-absorbing silicone jacket
Top-flight packaging
Good overall performance

Cons
A tad behind the 20Gbps curve performance-wise

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If you’re after a very small SSD that you can easily fit into a pocket, the Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 is that.
This USB 3.2×2 20Gbps drive measures a petite 2.73 inches long, 1.16-inches wide, and 0.44-inches thick.
It weighs a dainty 1.7 ounces.
Of course, you’ll probably want to slide on its included shock-absorbing silicone jacket (shown in picture), which will add .06 inches to all its dimensions, while giving it a badass look.
But looks aside, the Nano V2 is a solid performer.
It wasn’t quite at the same level as our top picks in everything, but it traded wins and losses within the pack.
For instance it was second only to the Crucial X10 Pro in our 450GB write test.
And it took the top spot in CrystalDiskMark 8’s random writes, and was very competitive in random reads.

This wee drive also comes in up to 4TB capacities, making it an all-around good choice if you’re looking to get a lot of storage and performance in a tiny package.
We’re also fond of its five-year warranty and the nifty metal box it comes in, which can be repurposed for other uses.
Read our full

Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 review
Adata SE920 EX – Best USB 4 external SSD for gaming

Pros
Fastest external storage we’ve tested (at 40Gbps)
Affordable for the ilk
Stylish enclosure
Available up to 4TB
Also fast on the Mac

Cons
Pricier than USB 3.2×2 (20Gbps)

A USB 4 external SSD isn’t for everyone.
Not only does your PC need to support the spec in order to take advantage of the 40Gbps transfers, but you’ll also need to be willing to pay a premium for the privilege.

If you’re ready to enter the club, however, the Adata SE920 EX will reward you with the fastest USB 4 performance that we’ve experienced, and at a much more affordable price than our previous pick for USB 4, the OWC Express 1M2 — we’re talking $180 for a 1TB Adata SE920 versus $250 for the OWC drive.
And if you want a lot of capacity, the Adata SE920 EX comes with up to 4TB, for a reasonable $500 (compared to OWC’s $598.99).
In almost every benchmark, the SE920 EX beat the OWC Express 1M2 at 40Gbps performance, albeit by small margins.
It also comes with a nifty built-in fan, which is activated by sliding open the enclosure.
This kept our drive noticeably free of heat during our benchmark tests.
The SE920 EX is also quite portable at 4.13 inches long by 2.52-inches wide by 0.62-inches thick, and weighing 7 ounces — another advantage it has over the bulkier OWC Express 1M2.
In the end, the choice for a USB 4 external SSD is clear.
Alternative option: You can get record-breaking performance by rolling your own USB 4 external SSD, using Ugreen’s CM642 enclosure.
In our tests, the $110 enclosure combined with an NVMe SSD bested the performance of the two external USB 4 SSDs above.

Read our full

Adata SE920 USB4 SSD review
Other external drive reviews:
Sandisk Extreme Pro SSD with USB4: There’s a lot to like about this rugged, handsome design and relative affordability.
But connection issues and comparably lackluster 40Gbps performance left me unamazed.
PNY Pro Elite V3: This 10Gbps, Type-C USB stick is fast, but what really won me over is its clever, retracting physical design and svelte form-factor.
Addlink P21: Good 20Gbps performance and a striking design are a winning formula for this external SSD.
Seagate Ultra Compact SSD: This 10Gbps USB thumb drive delivers far better performance than generic 5Gbps or 400Mbps types, as well as free data recovery and other software perks.
Corsair EX400U: While Corsair’s EX400U is on the slow side for a USB4 external SSD, it’s also less expensive than the competition.
Ugreen CM642 USB4: Fast, handsome, rugged, and easy to use, Ugreen’s CM642 USB4 SSD enclosure is a great way to roll your own high-performance external storage.
Corsair Flash Survivor: If you’re after an eminently portable USB stick with 10Gbps/NVMe speed that’s also weatherproofed, ruggedized, and looks burly as hell, this is the drive for you.
Seagate Game Drive SSD: Targeted at PS4/PS5 owners, the 10Gbps SSD is very fast for its class, and attractively styled, complete with a Playstation logo, but it’s relatively pricey.
Lexar Armor 700: Like the PNY RP60 above, the Lexar Armor 700 is a 20Gbps drive that can withstand some abuse — perfect for the gamer on the go, or the accident-prone.
Its IP66 weatherized body is attractive, its performance is competitive.
It’s also a bit pricey.
Teamgroup PD20M: This little 20Gbps drive comes with a handy travel case and is one of the lightest portable drives we’ve tested.
The only problem is, its performance slows considerably once its 20GB of cache has been tapped.
Best for light-duty chores.

Adata SD810: This is a solid 20Gbps drive, as long as you aren’t in the habit of writing very large amounts of data to it on a regular basis, because in our tests, the drive slowed down considerably in that scenario.
That being said, the 4TB capacity is a particularly good value at just $300.
Lexar SL500: A stablemate of the Lexar SL600 — our pick for best 20Gbps external drive — the SL500 stands out for its very slim and attractive form factor.
It has almost identical performance to the SL600, with the exception of performing slower than its sibling in our 48GB file writes.

How we test
Drive tests currently utilize Windows 11, 64-bit running on an X790 (PCIe 4.0/5.0) motherboard/i5-12400 CPU combo with two Kingston Fury 32GB DDR5 4800MHz modules (64GB of memory total).
Both 20Gbps USB and Thunderbolt 4 are integrated to the back panel and Intel CPU/GPU graphics are used.
The 48GB transfer tests utilize an ImDisk RAM disk taking up 58GB of the 64GB of total memory.
The 450GB file is transferred from a 2TB Samsung 990 Pro which also runs the OS.
Each test is performed on a newly formatted and TRIM’d drive so the results are optimal.
Note that in normal use, as a drive fills up, performance may decrease due to less NAND for secondary caching, as well as other factors.
This can be less of a factor with the current crop of SSDs with far faster late-generation NAND.
Caveat: The performance numbers shown apply only to the drive we were shipped and to the capacity tested.
SSD performance can and will vary by capacity due to more or fewer chips to shotgun reads/writes across and the amount of NAND available for secondary caching. Vendors also occasionally swap components.
If you ever notice a large discrepancy between the performance you experience and that which we report, by all means, let us know.
To learn more about our testing methodology see PCWorld’s article on how we test external SSDs.
Further reading: How to make your own external SSD and save some cash

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Best external SSD for gaming 2025: Portable performance drives
Maybe your gaming laptop doesn’t have enough storage. Or you simply want an easy way to make your game library portable. An external SSD can fix both of these issues (and more) by providing an easy way to expand storage that you can take on the go. But choosing an external SSD means sorting through a dizzying array of options, and making a poor choice can leave you feeling hard done by. Lucky for you, we’ve done the testing and can offer some sure-fire recommendations that are guaranteed to help, and not hinder, your gaming setup. Why you should trust us: We are PCWorld. Our reviewers have been putting computer hardware through its paces for decades. Our external drive evaluations are thorough and rigorous, testing the limits of every product — from performance benchmarks to the practicalities of regular use. As consumers ourselves, we know what makes a product exceptional. For more about our testing process, scroll to the bottom of this article. Scroll below our recommendations to learn about other external SSDs for gaming that did not make our list. Lexar SL600 Blaze – Best 20Gbps external SSD for gaming Pros Good 20Gbps performer Top bang for the buck Five-year warranty Cons 4TB model not yet available The competition is very close in the top tier of 20Gbps external drives, with the big-name contenders trading wins up and down the benchmark charts. But a winner is a winner, and in the end, the Lexar overtook our previous champ, Crucial’s X10 Pro, even if only by a hair. The upshot is that you can expect excellent performance from the Lexar SL600. It also comes in a uniquely shaped form factor, complete with an opening to accommodate a lanyard, for easy toting. Gamers might appreciate that you can even add some bling by opting for the SL660 variant, which features RGB lighting within its miniature handle. The drive comes with the standard five year warranty. When performance is this closely matched among products, the determining factor should be price. And here, too, the SL600 is neck-and-neck with the Crucial X10 Pro, and priced slightly to significantly cheaper than some of its competitors, at least as of this writing — particularly at the 2TB level. Read our full Lexar SL600 20Gbps USB SSD review Teamgroup M200 – Best budget 20Gbps external SSD for gaming Pros Fast everyday performance Available in up to 8TB (eventually) capacity Attractively styled Cons No TBW rating Company will change components if shortages demand Writes slow to 200MBps off cache The Teamgroup M200 provides excellent bang for your buck with 20Gbps transfer rates and up to 4TB of storage for a very reasonable price. It has great everyday performance, too. Its slick military-style design is based on the CheyTac M200 sniper rifle—a perfect fit for those late night frag sessions. Unfortunately, Teamgroup doesn’t provide a TBW rating or official IP rating for the M200 so it’s more difficult to compare it as a whole to its competitors. However the M200 is a fast, extremely well priced external SSD with a gamer-friendly design that will look good and perform well in almost any setup. Read our full Teamgroup T-Force M200 20Gbps USB SSD review PNY RP60 20Gbps USB SSD – Best rugged 20Gbps external SSD for gaming Pros Handsome, IP65-rated design (dust-proof, water-resistant) Good 20Gbps performance Nice flat Type-C USB ribbon cable Cons USB port plug tether is difficult to reinsert. Best Prices Today: Retailer Price PNY $99.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket If you tend to take your gaming drive everywhere, and/or you’re not the most careful person with hardware, a ruggedized external SSD is a practical answer. The PNY RP60 offers more than just a rugged IP65-rated exterior that protects against dust and water droplets; and while very handsome and lightweight to boot; the drive is also an admirable performer, even besting one of the fastest 20Gbps drives we’ve tested — the Crucial X10 Pro — in a couple of our tests. The RP60 is also competitively priced at $100 and $180 for 1TB and 2TB, respectively. Read our full PNY RP60 20Gbps USB SSD review Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 – Most portable 20Gbps external SSD for gaming Pros Extremely small profile Shock-absorbing silicone jacket Top-flight packaging Good overall performance Cons A tad behind the 20Gbps curve performance-wise Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Sabrent $119.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket If you’re after a very small SSD that you can easily fit into a pocket, the Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 is that. This USB 3.2×2 20Gbps drive measures a petite 2.73 inches long, 1.16-inches wide, and 0.44-inches thick. It weighs a dainty 1.7 ounces. Of course, you’ll probably want to slide on its included shock-absorbing silicone jacket (shown in picture), which will add .06 inches to all its dimensions, while giving it a badass look. But looks aside, the Nano V2 is a solid performer. It wasn’t quite at the same level as our top picks in everything, but it traded wins and losses within the pack. For instance it was second only to the Crucial X10 Pro in our 450GB write test. And it took the top spot in CrystalDiskMark 8’s random writes, and was very competitive in random reads. This wee drive also comes in up to 4TB capacities, making it an all-around good choice if you’re looking to get a lot of storage and performance in a tiny package. We’re also fond of its five-year warranty and the nifty metal box it comes in, which can be repurposed for other uses. Read our full Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 review Adata SE920 EX – Best USB 4 external SSD for gaming Pros Fastest external storage we’ve tested (at 40Gbps) Affordable for the ilk Stylish enclosure Available up to 4TB Also fast on the Mac Cons Pricier than USB 3.2×2 (20Gbps) A USB 4 external SSD isn’t for everyone. Not only does your PC need to support the spec in order to take advantage of the 40Gbps transfers, but you’ll also need to be willing to pay a premium for the privilege. If you’re ready to enter the club, however, the Adata SE920 EX will reward you with the fastest USB 4 performance that we’ve experienced, and at a much more affordable price than our previous pick for USB 4, the OWC Express 1M2 — we’re talking $180 for a 1TB Adata SE920 versus $250 for the OWC drive. And if you want a lot of capacity, the Adata SE920 EX comes with up to 4TB, for a reasonable $500 (compared to OWC’s $598.99). In almost every benchmark, the SE920 EX beat the OWC Express 1M2 at 40Gbps performance, albeit by small margins. It also comes with a nifty built-in fan, which is activated by sliding open the enclosure. This kept our drive noticeably free of heat during our benchmark tests. The SE920 EX is also quite portable at 4.13 inches long by 2.52-inches wide by 0.62-inches thick, and weighing 7 ounces — another advantage it has over the bulkier OWC Express 1M2. In the end, the choice for a USB 4 external SSD is clear. Alternative option: You can get record-breaking performance by rolling your own USB 4 external SSD, using Ugreen’s CM642 enclosure. In our tests, the $110 enclosure combined with an NVMe SSD bested the performance of the two external USB 4 SSDs above. Read our full Adata SE920 USB4 SSD review Other external drive reviews: Sandisk Extreme Pro SSD with USB4: There’s a lot to like about this rugged, handsome design and relative affordability. But connection issues and comparably lackluster 40Gbps performance left me unamazed. PNY Pro Elite V3: This 10Gbps, Type-C USB stick is fast, but what really won me over is its clever, retracting physical design and svelte form-factor. Addlink P21: Good 20Gbps performance and a striking design are a winning formula for this external SSD. Seagate Ultra Compact SSD: This 10Gbps USB thumb drive delivers far better performance than generic 5Gbps or 400Mbps types, as well as free data recovery and other software perks. Corsair EX400U: While Corsair’s EX400U is on the slow side for a USB4 external SSD, it’s also less expensive than the competition. Ugreen CM642 USB4: Fast, handsome, rugged, and easy to use, Ugreen’s CM642 USB4 SSD enclosure is a great way to roll your own high-performance external storage. Corsair Flash Survivor: If you’re after an eminently portable USB stick with 10Gbps/NVMe speed that’s also weatherproofed, ruggedized, and looks burly as hell, this is the drive for you. Seagate Game Drive SSD: Targeted at PS4/PS5 owners, the 10Gbps SSD is very fast for its class, and attractively styled, complete with a Playstation logo, but it’s relatively pricey. Lexar Armor 700: Like the PNY RP60 above, the Lexar Armor 700 is a 20Gbps drive that can withstand some abuse — perfect for the gamer on the go, or the accident-prone. Its IP66 weatherized body is attractive, its performance is competitive. It’s also a bit pricey. Teamgroup PD20M: This little 20Gbps drive comes with a handy travel case and is one of the lightest portable drives we’ve tested. The only problem is, its performance slows considerably once its 20GB of cache has been tapped. Best for light-duty chores. Adata SD810: This is a solid 20Gbps drive, as long as you aren’t in the habit of writing very large amounts of data to it on a regular basis, because in our tests, the drive slowed down considerably in that scenario. That being said, the 4TB capacity is a particularly good value at just $300. Lexar SL500: A stablemate of the Lexar SL600 — our pick for best 20Gbps external drive — the SL500 stands out for its very slim and attractive form factor. It has almost identical performance to the SL600, with the exception of performing slower than its sibling in our 48GB file writes. How we test Drive tests currently utilize Windows 11, 64-bit running on an X790 (PCIe 4.0/5.0) motherboard/i5-12400 CPU combo with two Kingston Fury 32GB DDR5 4800MHz modules (64GB of memory total). Both 20Gbps USB and Thunderbolt 4 are integrated to the back panel and Intel CPU/GPU graphics are used. The 48GB transfer tests utilize an ImDisk RAM disk taking up 58GB of the 64GB of total memory. The 450GB file is transferred from a 2TB Samsung 990 Pro which also runs the OS. Each test is performed on a newly formatted and TRIM’d drive so the results are optimal. Note that in normal use, as a drive fills up, performance may decrease due to less NAND for secondary caching, as well as other factors. This can be less of a factor with the current crop of SSDs with far faster late-generation NAND. Caveat: The performance numbers shown apply only to the drive we were shipped and to the capacity tested. SSD performance can and will vary by capacity due to more or fewer chips to shotgun reads/writes across and the amount of NAND available for secondary caching. Vendors also occasionally swap components. If you ever notice a large discrepancy between the performance you experience and that which we report, by all means, let us know. To learn more about our testing methodology see PCWorld’s article on how we test external SSDs. Further reading: How to make your own external SSD and save some cash Source: https://www.pcworld.com/article/553786/best-external-ssd-for-gaming.html #best #external #ssd #for #gaming #portable #performance #drives

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Best external SSD for gaming 2025: Portable performance drives

Maybe your gaming laptop doesn’t have enough storage. Or you simply want an easy way to make your game library portable. An external SSD can fix both of these issues (and more) by providing an easy way to expand storage that you can take on the go. But choosing an external SSD means sorting through a dizzying array of options, and making a poor choice can leave you feeling hard done by. Lucky for you, we’ve done the testing and can offer some sure-fire recommendations that are guaranteed to help, and not hinder, your gaming setup. Why you should trust us: We are PCWorld. Our reviewers have been putting computer hardware through its paces for decades. Our external drive evaluations are thorough and rigorous, testing the limits of every product — from performance benchmarks to the practicalities of regular use. As consumers ourselves, we know what makes a product exceptional. For more about our testing process, scroll to the bottom of this article. Scroll below our recommendations to learn about other external SSDs for gaming that did not make our list. Lexar SL600 Blaze – Best 20Gbps external SSD for gaming Pros Good 20Gbps performer Top bang for the buck Five-year warranty Cons 4TB model not yet available The competition is very close in the top tier of 20Gbps external drives, with the big-name contenders trading wins up and down the benchmark charts. But a winner is a winner, and in the end, the Lexar overtook our previous champ, Crucial’s X10 Pro, even if only by a hair. The upshot is that you can expect excellent performance from the Lexar SL600. It also comes in a uniquely shaped form factor, complete with an opening to accommodate a lanyard, for easy toting. Gamers might appreciate that you can even add some bling by opting for the SL660 variant, which features RGB lighting within its miniature handle. The drive comes with the standard five year warranty. When performance is this closely matched among products, the determining factor should be price. And here, too, the SL600 is neck-and-neck with the Crucial X10 Pro, and priced slightly to significantly cheaper than some of its competitors, at least as of this writing — particularly at the 2TB level. Read our full Lexar SL600 20Gbps USB SSD review Teamgroup M200 – Best budget 20Gbps external SSD for gaming Pros Fast everyday performance Available in up to 8TB (eventually) capacity Attractively styled Cons No TBW rating Company will change components if shortages demand Writes slow to 200MBps off cache The Teamgroup M200 provides excellent bang for your buck with 20Gbps transfer rates and up to 4TB of storage for a very reasonable price. It has great everyday performance, too. Its slick military-style design is based on the CheyTac M200 sniper rifle—a perfect fit for those late night frag sessions. Unfortunately, Teamgroup doesn’t provide a TBW rating or official IP rating for the M200 so it’s more difficult to compare it as a whole to its competitors. However the M200 is a fast, extremely well priced external SSD with a gamer-friendly design that will look good and perform well in almost any setup. Read our full Teamgroup T-Force M200 20Gbps USB SSD review PNY RP60 20Gbps USB SSD – Best rugged 20Gbps external SSD for gaming Pros Handsome, IP65-rated design (dust-proof, water-resistant) Good 20Gbps performance Nice flat Type-C USB ribbon cable Cons USB port plug tether is difficult to reinsert. Best Prices Today: Retailer Price PNY $99.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket If you tend to take your gaming drive everywhere, and/or you’re not the most careful person with hardware, a ruggedized external SSD is a practical answer. The PNY RP60 offers more than just a rugged IP65-rated exterior that protects against dust and water droplets; and while very handsome and lightweight to boot; the drive is also an admirable performer, even besting one of the fastest 20Gbps drives we’ve tested — the Crucial X10 Pro — in a couple of our tests. The RP60 is also competitively priced at $100 and $180 for 1TB and 2TB, respectively. Read our full PNY RP60 20Gbps USB SSD review Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 – Most portable 20Gbps external SSD for gaming Pros Extremely small profile Shock-absorbing silicone jacket Top-flight packaging Good overall performance Cons A tad behind the 20Gbps curve performance-wise Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Sabrent $119.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket If you’re after a very small SSD that you can easily fit into a pocket, the Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 is that. This USB 3.2×2 20Gbps drive measures a petite 2.73 inches long, 1.16-inches wide, and 0.44-inches thick. It weighs a dainty 1.7 ounces. Of course, you’ll probably want to slide on its included shock-absorbing silicone jacket (shown in picture), which will add .06 inches to all its dimensions, while giving it a badass look. But looks aside, the Nano V2 is a solid performer. It wasn’t quite at the same level as our top picks in everything, but it traded wins and losses within the pack. For instance it was second only to the Crucial X10 Pro in our 450GB write test. And it took the top spot in CrystalDiskMark 8’s random writes, and was very competitive in random reads. This wee drive also comes in up to 4TB capacities, making it an all-around good choice if you’re looking to get a lot of storage and performance in a tiny package. We’re also fond of its five-year warranty and the nifty metal box it comes in, which can be repurposed for other uses. Read our full Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 review Adata SE920 EX – Best USB 4 external SSD for gaming Pros Fastest external storage we’ve tested (at 40Gbps) Affordable for the ilk Stylish enclosure Available up to 4TB Also fast on the Mac Cons Pricier than USB 3.2×2 (20Gbps) A USB 4 external SSD isn’t for everyone. Not only does your PC need to support the spec in order to take advantage of the 40Gbps transfers, but you’ll also need to be willing to pay a premium for the privilege. If you’re ready to enter the club, however, the Adata SE920 EX will reward you with the fastest USB 4 performance that we’ve experienced, and at a much more affordable price than our previous pick for USB 4, the OWC Express 1M2 — we’re talking $180 for a 1TB Adata SE920 versus $250 for the OWC drive. And if you want a lot of capacity, the Adata SE920 EX comes with up to 4TB, for a reasonable $500 (compared to OWC’s $598.99). In almost every benchmark, the SE920 EX beat the OWC Express 1M2 at 40Gbps performance, albeit by small margins. It also comes with a nifty built-in fan, which is activated by sliding open the enclosure. This kept our drive noticeably free of heat during our benchmark tests. The SE920 EX is also quite portable at 4.13 inches long by 2.52-inches wide by 0.62-inches thick, and weighing 7 ounces — another advantage it has over the bulkier OWC Express 1M2. In the end, the choice for a USB 4 external SSD is clear. Alternative option: You can get record-breaking performance by rolling your own USB 4 external SSD, using Ugreen’s CM642 enclosure. In our tests, the $110 enclosure combined with an NVMe SSD bested the performance of the two external USB 4 SSDs above. Read our full Adata SE920 USB4 SSD review Other external drive reviews: Sandisk Extreme Pro SSD with USB4: There’s a lot to like about this rugged, handsome design and relative affordability. But connection issues and comparably lackluster 40Gbps performance left me unamazed. PNY Pro Elite V3: This 10Gbps, Type-C USB stick is fast, but what really won me over is its clever, retracting physical design and svelte form-factor. Addlink P21: Good 20Gbps performance and a striking design are a winning formula for this external SSD. Seagate Ultra Compact SSD: This 10Gbps USB thumb drive delivers far better performance than generic 5Gbps or 400Mbps types, as well as free data recovery and other software perks. Corsair EX400U: While Corsair’s EX400U is on the slow side for a USB4 external SSD, it’s also less expensive than the competition. Ugreen CM642 USB4: Fast, handsome, rugged, and easy to use, Ugreen’s CM642 USB4 SSD enclosure is a great way to roll your own high-performance external storage. Corsair Flash Survivor: If you’re after an eminently portable USB stick with 10Gbps/NVMe speed that’s also weatherproofed, ruggedized, and looks burly as hell, this is the drive for you. Seagate Game Drive SSD: Targeted at PS4/PS5 owners, the 10Gbps SSD is very fast for its class, and attractively styled, complete with a Playstation logo, but it’s relatively pricey. Lexar Armor 700: Like the PNY RP60 above, the Lexar Armor 700 is a 20Gbps drive that can withstand some abuse — perfect for the gamer on the go, or the accident-prone. Its IP66 weatherized body is attractive, its performance is competitive. It’s also a bit pricey. Teamgroup PD20M: This little 20Gbps drive comes with a handy travel case and is one of the lightest portable drives we’ve tested. The only problem is, its performance slows considerably once its 20GB of cache has been tapped. Best for light-duty chores. Adata SD810: This is a solid 20Gbps drive, as long as you aren’t in the habit of writing very large amounts of data to it on a regular basis, because in our tests, the drive slowed down considerably in that scenario. That being said, the 4TB capacity is a particularly good value at just $300. Lexar SL500: A stablemate of the Lexar SL600 — our pick for best 20Gbps external drive — the SL500 stands out for its very slim and attractive form factor. It has almost identical performance to the SL600, with the exception of performing slower than its sibling in our 48GB file writes. How we test Drive tests currently utilize Windows 11, 64-bit running on an X790 (PCIe 4.0/5.0) motherboard/i5-12400 CPU combo with two Kingston Fury 32GB DDR5 4800MHz modules (64GB of memory total). Both 20Gbps USB and Thunderbolt 4 are integrated to the back panel and Intel CPU/GPU graphics are used. The 48GB transfer tests utilize an ImDisk RAM disk taking up 58GB of the 64GB of total memory. The 450GB file is transferred from a 2TB Samsung 990 Pro which also runs the OS. Each test is performed on a newly formatted and TRIM’d drive so the results are optimal. Note that in normal use, as a drive fills up, performance may decrease due to less NAND for secondary caching, as well as other factors. This can be less of a factor with the current crop of SSDs with far faster late-generation NAND. Caveat: The performance numbers shown apply only to the drive we were shipped and to the capacity tested. SSD performance can and will vary by capacity due to more or fewer chips to shotgun reads/writes across and the amount of NAND available for secondary caching. Vendors also occasionally swap components. If you ever notice a large discrepancy between the performance you experience and that which we report, by all means, let us know. To learn more about our testing methodology see PCWorld’s article on how we test external SSDs. Further reading: How to make your own external SSD and save some cash

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