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Slim black aluminium portable SSD with magnetic sleeve and wrist strap

Lexar

Lexar LSL500M001T-RNBNG 1TB portable SSD

SKU CH-425Q-P6F1W MPN LSL500M001T-RNBNG

Ultra-fast 1TB portable SSD reaching 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write with magnetic attachment, shock resistance and 256-bit AES encryption

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Sequential read speedSpeed up to 2,000 MB/s read
  • Sequential write speedup to 1,800 MB/s write
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2
  • Rapid transfers with 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write speeds
  • 1TB capacity stores large projects and high-resolution media
  • Shock resistance up to 50G protects data from accidental drops
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C interface enables broad device compatibility
  • Includes magnetic sleeve, ring and wrist strap for secure attachment

Lexar SL500 1TB Portable SSD

The Lexar SL500 is a 1TB external solid-state drive that connects via USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C and delivers sequential speeds up to 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write. It includes a magnetic sleeve, an extra magnetic ring, and a wrist strap for direct attachment to compatible devices. Lexar DataShield provides 256-bit AES encryption for file security.

For mobile creators and general external storage

Videographers using iPhone 15 Pro or 16 Pro series can record Apple ProRes directly to the drive at up to 4K 60FPS or 4K 120FPS, and Samsung format recording is also supported. The shock resistance rated at 50G and vibration resistance suit on-location work. Users whose devices do not support USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 will see lower transfer rates, and anyone needing capacities beyond 1TB should consider other options.

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C interface

The drive requires a host port capable of USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 to reach the advertised 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write speeds; performance on Mac or other systems lacking this interface will be lower. This single compatibility factor determines whether the Lexar SL500 delivers its full potential for your workflow.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Portable USB SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $189.99
Typical for this category: the median of 410 items is $202.99.
Total capacity 1 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 311 items is 1 TB.
Sequential read speed Speed up to 2,000 MB/s read
Higher than about 70% of the 166 comparable items (median 1,050 MB/s).
Price per TB $189.99 per TB
Pricier than about 71% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLexar
Total capacity1 TB
Performance
Sequential read speedSpeed up to 2,000 MB/s read
Sequential write speedup to 1,800 MB/s write
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2
Size & build
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size125 × 100 × 35 mm

Questions about this item

Does the Lexar SL500 1TB portable SSD get hot or noisy when transferring large video files all day?

The solid aluminum unibody acts as a passive heatsink and there are no moving parts, so the drive stays silent and only warm to the touch during sustained 2000MB/s read or 1800MB/s write workloads.

What port and cable does my laptop need to reach the advertised 2000MB/s read speed on this Lexar SL500?

You need a host port that supports USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gbps) over Type-C and the supplied Type-C cable; slower ports will work but drop to their own maximum throughput.

Can I plug this Lexar SL500 into an older USB 3.0 Type-A port on my desktop and still use the magnetic sleeve?

Yes — the drive is backward compatible with USB 3.0 and 3.1 ports via a Type-C-to-Type-A cable, and the magnetic sleeve and ring attach regardless of the connection type.

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