The M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pros are starting to get to your hands and you might be wondering what is the best and fastest external SSD. In this review and tutorial I go through some synthetic benchmarks as well as large file transfers, exporting a 4K video timeline and running apps and software off of the external SSD. Unplug and Reconnect: Reconnect with the world around you by embracing a best dumb phone lifestyle. Discover range of feature phones that encourage genuine human connections.

Is the fastest always better and is a Thunderbolt 3 or USB4 enclosure the way to go with these NVMe SSDs, or will you be fine with a USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 enclosure?

The Drives I’m Testing:
Fledging TB3 Enclosure: https://geni.us/flJqziY (Amazon)
Acasis Direct: https://geni.us/Acasis
Acasis: https://geni.us/1vu6Jqc (Amazon)
Sabrent USB-C Enclosure: https://geni.us/7iogvd (Amazon)
WD SSD (750): https://geni.us/N2FAzD (Amazon)
WD SSD (850): https://geni.us/gJKK1si (Amazon)
Samsung SSD (970): https://geni.us/yRA8d3R (Amazon)
Samsung 980 PRO: https://geni.us/AZkwLl (Amazon)
SanDisk Extreme (T00-G25): https://geni.us/n0B9Q (Amazon)

M1 Pro and M1 Max Related Hardware:

14-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro (Amazon): https://geni.us/7HlAh (Amazon)
M1 Macbook Air: https://geni.us/aB6N (Amazon)
M1 Mac Mini: https://geni.us/pDK2b (Amazon)

Anker Mini Dock: https://geni.us/ACcOo (Amazon)
Thunderbolt 3 Dock: https://geni.us/ATbaAjc (Amazon)
MX Master 3: https://geni.us/pfEgz (Amazon)
MX Keys: https://geni.us/4wiTh (Amazon)
Ultrawide Monitor: https://geni.us/un9I (Amazon)
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Broadcast Microphone (Q9U): https://geni.us/QkBCC (Amazon)
Handheld Recorder: https://geni.us/MTyrz (Amazon)
MOTU Interface: https://geni.us/NMoYwcJ (Amazon)
ATR Dynamic Microphone: https://geni.us/0V4K0Rk (Amazon)
Samson Dynamic Microphone Choice: https://geni.us/fVng5fM (Amazon)
Studio Headphones (250 Ohms): https://geni.us/BuzD (Amazon)
Yamaha Monitors (single): https://geni.us/MbemtUC (Amazon)
Studio Monitor Stands: https://geni.us/MiBAiE6 (Amazon)

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SanDisk Extreme: https://geni.us/9MHZlT (Amazon)
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Light Dome: https://geni.us/TzffFw (Amazon)
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Intro: 0:00
Hardware Tested: 00:54
Disclaimer: 01:57
Benchmarks: 02:41
File Transfer Speeds: 04:10
4K Timeline Export: 05:23
Why Make This Comparison: 06:08
Running Apps and Games: 07:42
Additional Points to Consider: 08:16

Looking for an External SSD? You should probably watch this! Shopping links below!
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The following are my recommendations based on current pricing (May 2020). Keep in mind prices can change from day to day, that’s why I list a few top picks and you can compare on the day you’re shopping. (These links are affiliate links)

Best affordable external SSDs:
#1 – Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD https://geni.us/EuImoNh
#2 – Samsung T5 Portable SSD https://geni.us/tAb3EZ
#3 – Seagate Barracuda Fast SSD https://geni.us/EAL3

Fastest external (USB) SSDs:
#1 – Crucial X8 Portable SSD https://geni.us/6jGNJAA
#2 – Sandisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD https://geni.us/jDGHtAg
#3 – Transcend ESD350C https://geni.us/N8lnM

Best external SSD for Encryption:
#1 – Samsung T7 Touch https://geni.us/A5vzUkv

Thunderbolt 3 SSDs:
#1 – Sabrent Rocket XTRM (for speed) https://geni.us/Vr8o
#2 – Samsung X5 (for encryption) https://geni.us/BPScJCt

Other SSD’s discussed in the video:
Lacie Portable SSD https://geni.us/G1fO
HyperX Savage Exo https://geni.us/q1SohsT
WD My Passport SSD https://geni.us/SsAuw6
Minix Neo Storage https://geni.us/YtNZ

Notes:
– All USB SSDs were tested on an ASUS Maximus XI Gene motherboard with Intel Core i9-9900K in Windows 10. All Thunderbolt SSDs were tested on a Gigabyte Z390 Aorus Xtreme with i9-9900K in Windows 10.
– All USB SSDs except for the Minix Neo Storage also work fine on a Playstation. Playstation 4 users should follow my recommendations for the best affordable SSDs. I don’t have an Xbox One to test with unfortunately.
– On the Thunderbolt SSDs. Note these file copies were started after the drive was hot and the thermal measurement was done with a probe. The FLIR image and the copy window serve as a visual cue of the effect only!
– Many test results don’t make it into the video to prevent clutter. If there are any questions, ask!

Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction, Why get an SSD?
1:32 – Explaining the various SSD categories
3:56 – Affordable USB (SATA) SSDs
6:19 – Fast USB (NVMe) SSDs
9:21 – Thunderbolt 3 SSDs
11:54 – Summary – My recommendations in each category

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Disclosure:
– Some of these products were store bought, others provided by their respective manufacturers. Either way, no manufacturer got any say in this review.
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Gen4 NVME SSD: https://geni.us/LGNu

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External SSD Drives (My recommendations)
Samsung T5 – https://geni.us/EymQ
Samsung T7 – https://geni.us/SvAf9B
Samsung X5 – Sansung T5 – https://geni.us/EymQ
Lacie Rugged – https://geni.us/QrIs
Sandisk Extreme – https://geni.us/LOGGW
Sandisk Extreme pro – https://geni.us/A5tdL6

I’ve tested all of these drives:
https://youtu.be/XQwndaoFGDk (T7, Lacie, Sandisk Pro)
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