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SanDisk Extreme SSD vs SanDisk Extreme PRO SSD E81

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SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD

  • USB-C connections.
  • IP65 water and dust resistance.
  • Storage capacity: 1TB / 2TB / 4TB / 8TB.
  • Security / backup: password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption.
  • USB bus powered.
KSh 28,500In Stock
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SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB

SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB

  • USB-C connections.
  • 77.5 g.
  • IP65 water and dust resistance.
  • Storage capacity: 2TB.
  • Security / backup: password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption.
KSh 42,500Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD: uSB-C connections; SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB: uSB-C connections.

Storage capacity

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD
1TB / 2TB / 4TB / 8TB
SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81
2TB

Design / material

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD
Silicone-covered enclosure with carabiner loop
SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81
Forged aluminium chassis with silicone enclosure

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PrioritySanDisk Extreme Portable SSDSanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81
FeaturesPassword protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryptionPassword protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption
ConnectionsUSB-C connectionsUSB-C connections
Storage capacity1TB / 2TB / 4TB / 8TB2TB
Model-specific details1TB · SDSSDE61-1T00-G25 — Product series: Extreme Portable SSD E612TB · SDSSDE81-2T00-G25 — Product series: Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81
Read / write speed1TB: Up to 1050 MB/s read, Up to 1000 MB/s writeUp to 2000MB/s read · Up to 2000MB/s write · Manufacturer maximum
Design / materialSilicone-covered enclosure with carabiner loopForged aluminium chassis with silicone enclosure

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSanDisk Extreme Portable SSDSanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB
BrandSandiskSandisk

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationSanDisk Extreme Portable SSDSanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB
Read / Write Speed1TB: Up to 1050 MB/s read, Up to 1000 MB/s write; 2TB: Up to 1050 MB/s read, Up to 1000 MB/s write; 4TB: Up to 1050 MB/s read, Up to 1000 MB/s writeUp to 2000MB/s read · Up to 2000MB/s write · Manufacturer maximum; actual speed depends on host, reader/cable, file size and workload.

Storage

Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationSanDisk Extreme Portable SSDSanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB
Brand / ModelSanDisk Extreme Portable SSD; 1TB: SDSSDE61-1T00-G25; 2TB: SDSSDE61-2T00-G25; 4TB: SDSSDE61-4T00-G25SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 · SDSSDE81-2T00-G25
Storage Capacity1TB / 2TB / 4TB / 8TB2TB
Drive TypeExternal NVMe solid-state driveExternal NVMe solid-state drive
ConnectorUSB-CUSB-C
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2USB 3.2 Gen 2x2

Features & Compatibility

Features & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationSanDisk Extreme Portable SSDSanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB
Security / BackupPassword protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption; compatible software requiredPassword protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption; compatible software required
DurabilityIP65 water and dust resistance; up to 3 m drop protection under manufacturer test conditionsIP65 water and dust resistance; up to 3 m drop protection under manufacturer test conditions
Design / MaterialSilicone-covered enclosure with carabiner loopForged aluminium chassis with silicone enclosure; chassis helps dissipate heat
PowerUSB bus powered; compatible host power requiredUSB bus powered; compatible host power required
Compatibility / FormatUSB-C devices; Windows 10+, macOS 11+, Android 11+ and iOS 13+ listed; host power, file-system and app support requiredCompatible desktop or laptop; USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support required for maximum speed; slower USB ports reduce performance
Special FeaturesIP65 dust/water resistance and tested 3 m drop protectionIP65 dust/water resistance and tested 3 m drop protection

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationSanDisk Extreme Portable SSDSanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB
Dimensions / Weight—110.3 × 57.4 × 10.2 mm; 77.5 g
Warranty / In the Box5-year limited manufacturer warranty; regional terms apply; Extreme Portable SSD; USB-C to USB-C cable; USB-C to USB-A adapter; safety and warranty guide60 months · 60 months · 5-year limited manufacturer warranty; regional terms apply; Extreme PRO Portable SSD; USB-C to USB-C cable; USB-C to USB-A cable; safety and warranty guide

Model-specific details

Model-specific details specifications comparison
SpecificationSanDisk Extreme Portable SSDSanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81 2TB
Model-specific details1TB · SDSSDE61-1T00-G25 — Product series: Extreme Portable SSD E61; Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C; Storage temperature: -20°C to 85°C; Manufacturer package contents: Extreme Portable SSD; USB-C to USB-C cable; USB-C to USB-A adapter; safety and warranty guide | 2TB · SDSSDE61-2T00-G25 — Product series: Extreme Portable SSD E61; Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C; Storage temperature: -20°C to 85°C; Manufacturer package contents: Extreme Portable SSD; USB-C to USB-C cable; USB-C to USB-A adapter; safety and warranty guide | 4TB · SDSSDE61-4T00-G25 — Product series: Extreme Portable SSD E61; Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C; Storage temperature: -20°C to 85°C; Manufacturer package contents: Extreme Portable SSD; USB-C to USB-C cable; USB-C to USB-A adapter; safety and warranty guide2TB · SDSSDE81-2T00-G25 — Product series: Extreme PRO Portable SSD E81; Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C; Storage temperature: -20°C to 85°C; Manufacturer package contents: Extreme PRO Portable SSD; USB-C to USB-C cable; USB-C to USB-A cable; safety and warranty guide

Similarities

  • Both are rated IP65.
  • Same drive type: external NVMe solid-state drive.
  • Same connector: USB-C.
  • Same power: USB bus powered.
  • Both are made by Sandisk.

In summary

Extreme SSD and Extreme PRO SSD E81 are closely matched on the features compared here.

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