SanDisk recently released a new version of the Extreme Portable Solid State Drive. So, how does the second generation compare to the original?
You can find out in this comparison guide between the two external SSDs.
Quick Summary
When compared to the original, the SanDisk Extreme Portable Solid State Drive V2 features significantly faster maximum sequential read and maximum sequential write speed.
Not to mention that the second version also features a longer warranty coverage period when compared to the original.
As you can see above, the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2 is a massive improvement over the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V1.
SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD vs. SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2 Comparison Chart
You can find Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the two portable SSDs below.
| SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V1 | SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity Options | 250 GB: SDSSDE60-250G-G25 500 GB: SDSSDE60-500G-G25 1 TB: SDSSDE60-1T00-G25 2 TB: SDSSDE60-2T00-G25 | 500 GB: SDSSDE61-500G-G25 1 TB: SDSSDE61-1T00-G25 2 TB: SDSSDE61-2T00-G25 |
| Dimensions | 3.787 in. x 1.951 in. x 0.348 in. (or 96.200 mm x 49.550 mm x 8.850 mm) | 3.960 in. x 2.060 in. x 0.350 in. (100.540 mm x 52.420 mm x 8.950 mm) |
| Interface | USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface (10 Gbps) |
| Read Performance | Up to 550 MB per second | Up to 1050 MB per second |
| Write Performance | N/A | Up to 1000 MB per second |
| Password Protection | 256-bit AES encryption | 256-bit AES encryption |
| Water and Dust Resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
| Shock Resistant | Up to 1500G | Up to 1500G |
| Vibration Resistant | 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz | 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C | 0°C to 45°C |
| Storage Temperature | –20°C to 70°C | –20°C to 85°C |
| Warranty | 3-Year Limited Warranty | 5-Year Limited Warranty |
| Pricing | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) |
Capacity Options
The original SanDisk Extreme Portable is available in four sizes: 250 GB, 500 GB, 1 TB and 2 TB.
The new version of the solid state drive comes in three capacity options: 500 GB, 1 TB and 2 TB.
You can take a look at the model number for each capacity below:
SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V1:
- 250 GB: SDSSDE60-250G-G25
- 500 GB: SDSSDE60-500G-G25
- 1 TB: SDSSDE60-1T00-G25
- 2 TB: SDSSDE60-2T00-G25
SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2:
- 500 GB: SDSSDE61-500G-G25
- 1 TB: SDSSDE61-1T00-G25
- 2 TB: SDSSDE61-2T00-G25
Dimensions
The second generation of the Extreme Portable Solid State Drive is a little bit longer, wider and taller when compared to the first-generation.
You can take a look at the full measurements below:
- Extreme Portable SSD: 3.787 in. x 1.951 in. x 0.348 in. (or 96.200 mm x 49.550 mm x 8.850 mm)
- Extreme Portable SSD V2: 3.960 in. x 2.060 in. x 0.350 in. (100.540 mm x 52.420 mm x 8.950 mm)
Interface
The original SanDisk SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD uses USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) as the interface while the new release uses the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface (10 Gbps), which provides for double the amount of bandwidth when it comes to transfer speeds.
Read Performance
SanDisk made significant improvements when it comes to read performance with the newer version.
The Extreme Portable SSD V2 is 91 percent faster at maximum sequential reading speeds when compared to the Extreme Portable SSD V1.
You can check out the read speed specifications below:
- SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V1: Up to 550 MB per second
- SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2: Up to 1050 MB per second
Write Performance
The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2 also has great sequential writing speeds as it can top out at 1000 MB per second.
Unfortunately, SanDisk did not list any writing specs for the original Extreme Portable Solid State Drive. With that said, write speeds are normally slower than the read speeds for storage drives. With the read speed of the first version being 500MB/s, the write speed should be below that benchmark.
As a result, you should expect that the sequential write speed of the second generation Extreme Portable SSD to be significantly faster than the first generation.
Password Protection
Both solid state drives in this versus guide offer password protection through 256-bit AES encryption.
Water and Dust Resistance
The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V1 and SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2 have been rated for IP55 protection.
This means that both devices are shielded against dust buildup that would otherwise hinder normal functionalities.
Both are also protected against water splashes for any angle at a short distance (6.3 mm).
Shock Resistant
Furthermore, the original and new versions of the Extreme Portable Solid State Drive are shock resistant up to 1500G.
Vibration Resistant
The vibration resistance specs are also identical between the two external storage drives in this comparison guide at 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz.
Operating Temperature
The Extreme Portable SSD V1 and Extreme Portable SSD V2 have the same operating temperature ranges of 0°C to 45°C.
Storage Temperature
The second version of the SanDisk Extreme Portable Solid State Drive can be stored in hotter temperatures when compared to the first version.
You can find the storage temperature specs below:
- Extreme Portable V1: –20°C to 70°C
- Extreme Portable V2: –20°C to 85°C
Warranty
The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V1 comes with a 3-Year Limited Warranty while the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2 comes with a 5-Year Limited Warranty.
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