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Silver rectangular portable SSD with USB-A and USB-C connectors

Transcend

Transcend ESD310 1TB portable SSD USB Type-A & Type-C Silver

SKU CH-DSJY-FAYPD

A 1 TB external SSD with USB Type-A and Type-C connectors delivering up to 1050 MB/s read and 950 MB/s write speeds in a silver 2.5-inch enclosure weighing 40 grams

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Sequential read speed1,050 MB/s
  • Sequential write speed950 Mbit/s
  • Interface typeUsb 3.0
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Cache memory1 unknown modifier
  • Up to 1050 MB/s read speed for fast file transfers
  • Dual USB Type-A and Type-C connectors for broad device compatibility
  • 1 TB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
  • Pocket-sized 2.8 x 0.8 x 0.3 in design weighs only 40 grams
  • Sleek silver finish suits professional and personal setups

Transcend ESD310 1 TB portable SSD

The Transcend ESD310 is a 1 TB external solid-state drive with a 2.5-inch form factor and silver finish. It connects through both USB Type-A and USB Type-C ports using a USB 3.0 interface. The drive weighs 40 grams and measures 2.8 in by 0.8 in by 0.3 in. Sequential read speeds reach 1050 megabytes per second and sequential write speeds reach 950 megabits per second.

Suits users needing dual-connector convenience

This drive suits anyone who moves large files between devices that only offer Type-A ports and devices that only offer Type-C ports. The single cable design removes the need for separate adapters or dongles. Buyers who require hardware encryption, ruggedised IP-rated casings or higher bandwidth than USB 3.0 provides should consider specialised alternatives.

USB 3.0 interface with 1050 MB/s peak read

The USB 3.0 interface determines the maximum transfer ceiling of 1050 MB/s read and 950 Mb/s write. Systems limited to USB 2.0 will operate far below these rates. Verify that your host ports support USB 3.0 or faster to obtain the advertised performance.

How it compares

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

Price $371.99
Pricier than about 76% of the 410 comparable items (median $202.99).
Total capacity 1 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 311 items is 1 TB.
Sequential read speed 1,050 MB/s
Typical for this category: the median of 157 items is 1,050 MB/s.
Price per TB $371.99 per TB
Pricier than about 91% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTranscend
Product lineESD310
Model nameESD310
Part numberTS1TESD310S
Total capacity1 TB
Product colorSilver
Performance
Sequential read speed1,050 MB/s
Sequential write speed950 Mbit/s
Storage
Cache memory1 unknown modifier
Ports & slots
Interface typeUsb 3.0
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall width2.8 in x 0.8 in x 0.3 in
Product depth2.8 in x 0.8 in x 0.3 in
Overall height2.8 in x 0.8 in x 0.3 in
Product weight40 g
In the box
Included itemsExternal SSD

Questions about this item

At what write speed does the ESD310 throttle during a sustained 1 TB transfer?

The drive specifies a maximum sequential write of 950 megabits per second; sustained throughput will not exceed this figure.

Does the ESD310 become hot or noisy when run continuously for hours?

The solid-state design has no moving parts, so it operates silently and produces only modest heat under load.

Which host port is required to reach the 1050 MB/s read rating on the ESD310?

A USB 3.0 Type-A or Type-C port is needed; slower ports will reduce the transfer rate.

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