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SanDisk

SanDisk SDSSDE30-2T00-G25 2TB portable SSD

SKU CH-036P-HM7G7 MPN SDSSDE30-2T00-G25

2 TB portable SSD with USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB-C delivering up to 520 MB/s read speeds and 1500 G shock resistance

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 520 MB/s
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-C
  • Operating temperature range0 °C to 45 °C
  • Storage temperature range-20 °C to 85 °C
  • Max shock tolerance1500G

Capacity 2TB

Model 1st Gen

  • Fast backups with up to 520 MBps read speed
  • 2 TB capacity stores large media libraries
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C interface enables quick transfers
  • Survives 1500 G shock and 2 m drops for travel durability
  • Compact 1.85 × 3.81 × 0.39 inch design fits in a pocket

Portable 2 TB SSD with USB-C

The SanDisk SDSSDE30-2T00-G25 is a 2 TB external solid-state drive built for users who need fast, compact storage on the move. It connects through a USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C interface and delivers sequential read speeds up to 520 MBps. The drive suits photographers, videographers and mobile professionals who back up large files in the field. Buyers who need higher throughput for sustained 4K editing should look elsewhere.

Cable included for broad compatibility

The package supplies a USB-C to USB-A cable so the drive works with both modern USB-C ports and legacy USB-A hosts without extra purchases. No additional software, adapters or power bricks are bundled; the drive draws power directly from the host port. Users who require hardware encryption, backup software or a second cable for dedicated USB-C connections will need to source those separately.

520 MBps sequential read ceiling

The single specification that determines suitability is the maximum sequential read rate of 520 MBps over USB 3.2 Gen 2. This ceiling defines transfer performance for large media libraries and project files. If your workflow demands faster sustained reads or writes, this drive will not meet that requirement.

How it compares

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

Price $78.99
Cheaper than about 85% of the 410 comparable items (median $202.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 311 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 520 MB/s
Lower than about 88% of the 157 comparable items (median 1,050 MB/s).
Price per TB $39.50 per TB
Cheaper than about 97% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSanDisk
Model nameSDSSDE30-2T00-G25
Total capacity2 TB
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 520 MB/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-C
Size & build
Overall width1.85 in (4.7 cm)
Product depth3.81 in (9.68 cm)
Overall height0.39 in (0.99 cm)
Shipping weight0.10 kg
Package size128 × 103 × 36 mm
In the box
Included itemsSanDisk Portable SSD
USB-C to USB-A Cable
Safety and Warranty Guide
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 45 °C
Storage temperature range-20 °C to 85 °C
Max shock tolerance1500G
Vibration tolerance5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz

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Questions about this item

Does the 2TB drive need any firmware updates or internal battery replacement over its lifetime?

No firmware schedule or internal battery is mentioned; the solid-state design has no moving parts to service.

At what point does the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface or the 520 MB/s read ceiling become the bottleneck during long transfers?

Sustained reads top out at 520 MB/s, so the interface and controller limit throughput before thermal throttling occurs.

How warm does the enclosure get and does the fan spin when the SSD runs all day at 0°C to 45°C ambient?

The drive is passively cooled with no fan; surface temperature will rise but stays within the 0°C–45°C operating range during continuous use.

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