LexarSSDExternalUSB

Lexar ES5 1TB USB

This compact external SSD delivers fast 2000 MB/s read speeds over USB, making it ideal for creatives and professionals who need quick access to large files on the go. The 1TB capacity gives you plenty of room for photo libraries, video projects, or backups without adding bulk to your bag. Built to last with a 5-year warranty, it's a reliable portable storage solution for anyone working across multiple devices.

Specifications

Capacity

1 TB

Drive Type

SSD

Interface

The physical connection to your computer, console, or camera. NVMe is typically fastest, but SATA, USB, and SD speeds vary a lot between products, check the Read Speed row too.

USB

Form Factor

The drive's physical size and shape. M.2 is a slim stick for modern SSDs, 2.5″ and 3.5″ are older cased formats.

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Read Speed

How fast data can be read from the drive. Higher is better, especially for boot times and load screens.

2.0 GB/s

Write Speed

How fast data can be written to the drive. Matters most for copying large files, recording video, or heavy multitasking.

2.0 GB/s

NAND Type

TLC is the mainstream flash type with a solid balance of speed and endurance. QLC costs less per gigabyte but slows more under heavy writes.

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DRAM Cache

A DRAM cache gives steadier performance under heavy or random workloads. Drives without one are usually fine for everyday use.

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Sided

Whether the flash chips are mounted on one side of the circuit board or both. Single-sided drives fit in more laptops and handhelds with tight internal clearance, and their heatsinks are an easier fit in the PS5's expansion bay too.

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Placement

External

Warranty

5 years