SanDisk has listed a refreshed Portable SSD (V3) in 500GB, 1TB and 2TB versions. The compact USB-C drive promises sequential reads of up to 1,000MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen 2. The new listing drew attention in technology coverage on September 20, 2026; SanDisk’s product page does not clearly give an announcement date or establish that every capacity is in stock in every market.
What the specifications actually say
All three listed capacities carry the same up to 1,000MB/s sequential-read figure and a three-year limited warranty. SanDisk says the drive can withstand drops of up to two meters. Those are manufacturer claims, not results of an independent test by Gadget N Widget. The specifications do not give a comparable sustained-write figure, so the read-speed headline should not be treated as a promise for large backups or video exports.
The model numbers are SDSSDE31-500G-G25, SDSSDE31-1T00-G25 and SDSSDE31-2T00-G25. SanDisk lists compatibility with Windows 10 or later, macOS 13 or later, Android 13 or later and iPadOS 15 or later. A USB-C connector alone does not guarantee the fastest transfers: performance also depends on the host port, cable, workload and available space. A portable drive is convenient for carrying files, but the drop claim is not a substitute for a second copy of irreplaceable data.
Prices and availability need a closer look
Notebookcheck reported on September 20 US prices of $100 for 500GB, $160 for 1TB and $300 for 2TB. Those are reported figures, not prices independently confirmed from SanDisk’s dynamically rendered storefront. The manufacturer page shows the three configurations, but its stock and price display did not establish reliable checkout availability when reviewed. Check the local seller, currency and return terms before treating any quoted price as final.
For people moving from a portable hard drive, the attraction is a smaller, solid-state device with a claimed faster read ceiling. For buyers comparing faster external SSDs, the missing sustained-write information and uncertain local inventory are reasons to wait for measured reviews and a live local listing.
Source: SanDisk product specifications. Featured product render: SanDisk, from its official product gallery. Reporting assistance used AI; specifications and sourcing were reviewed. No hands-on testing was performed.