SanDisk recently released the second-generation models of the Extreme Portable Solid State Drive and Extreme Pro Portable Solid State Drive. So, what are the main differences between these two storage drives?
You can find out in this comparison guide for these two portable SSDs.
Quick Summary
When compared to the SanDisk Extreme Portable Solid State Drive V2, the SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable Solid State Drive V2 is nearly twice as fast at maximum random reading speeds and two times faster at maximum random writing speeds. The pro version also has double the interface transfer speed.
The SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable V2 is also the only one of the two to come with a forged aluminum chassis that functions as a heat sink.
The SanDisk Extreme Portable V2 is smaller than the pro version. It is also the only one to offer a 500 GB capacity option.
The two external drives are identical when it comes to password encryption, dust/water resistance, drop resistance, shock resistance, vibration resistance and warranty coverage.
Extreme Portable SSD V2 vs. Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2 Comparison Chart
You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the two V2 SSDs below.
| SanDisk Extreme Portable Solid State Drive V2 | SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable Solid State Drive V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity Option | 500 GB 1 TB 2 TB 4 TB | 1 TB 2 TB 4 TB |
| Model Number | 500 GB: SDSSDE61-500G-G25 1 TB: SDSSDE61-1T00-G25 2 TB: SDSSDE61-2T00-G25 4 TB: SDSSDE61-4T00-G25 | 1 TB: SDSSDE81-1T00-G25 2 TB: SDSSDE81-2T00-G25 4 TB: SDSSDE81-4T00-G25 |
| What’s in the Box | Extreme Portable SSD V2 USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable USB Type-C to USB Type-A Adaptor Safety and Warranty Guide | Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2 USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable USB Type-C to USB Type-A Adaptor Safety and Warranty Guide |
| Dimensions | 3.96 in. x 2.06 in. x 0.35 in. | 4.34 in. x 2.26 in. x 0.40 in. |
| Forged Aluminum Chassis? | No | Yes |
| Carabiner Loop? | Yes | Yes |
| Connector | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 x2 (20 Gbps) |
| Maximum Sequential Read Speed | Up to 1050 MB per second | Up to 2000 MB per second |
| Maximum Sequential Write Speed | Up to 1000 MB per second | Up to 2000 MB per second |
| Password Encryption | 256-bit AES hardware encryption | 256-bit AES hardware encryption |
| Dust and Water Resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
| Drop Resistance | Up to 2 meters | Up to 2 meters |
| Shock Resistance | 1500 G | 1500 G |
| Vibration Resistance | 5 gRMS, 10 Hz to 2000 Hz | 5 gRMS, 10 Hz to 2000 Hz |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Pricing | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) |
Capacity Option
The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2 can be purchased in capacity options of 500 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB and 4 TB.
The SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2 can be bought in three capacities as you can choose between 1 TB, 2 TB and 4 TB.
Model Number
You can check out model number attached to each of the available capacity for both 2nd Gen SanDisk external drives below:
Extreme Portable Solid State Drive V2:
- 500 GB: SDSSDE61-500G-G25
- 1 TB: SDSSDE61-1T00-G25
- 2 TB: SDSSDE61-2T00-G25
- 4 TB: SDSSDE61-4T00-G25
Extreme Pro Portable Solid State Drive V2:
- 1 TB: SDSSDE81-1T00-G25
- 2 TB: SDSSDE81-2T00-G25
- 4 TB: SDSSDE81-4T00-G25
What’s in the Box
Both products come with an USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable, USB Type-C to USB Type-A adaptor as well as a safety and warranty guide in addition to the actual storage drive.
You can take a look a breakdown of the content in each box for these two SanDisk products below:
SanDisk Extreme Portable Solid State Drive V2:
- Extreme Portable SSD V2
- USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable
- USB Type-C to USB Type-A Adaptor
- Safety and Warranty Guide
SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable Solid State Drive V2:
- Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2
- USB Type-C to USB Type-C Cable
- USB Type-C to USB Type-A Adaptor
- Safety and Warranty Guide
Dimensions
The normal version of the Extreme Portable V2 is slightly smaller than the Extreme Pro Portable V2.
You can take a look at measurements for the two SanDisk solid state drives below:
- Extreme Portable SSD V2: 3.96 in. x 2.06 in. x 0.35 in.
- Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2: 4.34 in. x 2.26 in. x 0.40 in.
Forged Aluminum Chassis
The second version of the Extreme Pro Portable is the only one of the two products in this comparison guide to feature a forged aluminum chassis, which is designed act as a heat sink to help cool the internal components of the solid state drive.
Carabiner Loop
Both of the external storage drives come equipped with a carabiner loop, which makes it easy to tie down the SSD to a backpack, belt and other objects.
Connector
The second-generation of the Extreme Portable and Extreme Pro Portable use USB Type-C as the connector.
The two products do come with an USB Type-C to USB Type-A adaptor, which means that you can also plug the drives to an USB Type-A port.
Interface
When it comes to the interface, the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2 uses USB 3.2 Gen 2, which has a bandwidth of up to 10 Gbps.
The SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2 uses USB 3.2 Gen 2 x2, which is twice as fast when it comes to the maximum bandwidth at up to 20 Gbps.
Maximum Sequential Read Speed
The pro version of the Extreme Portable V2 is 950 MB per second faster than the normal version when it comes to the maximum sequential reading speed.
In terms of percentages, the Extreme Pro Portable V2 is 90.48% faster than the Extreme Portable V2.
You can take a look at the max sequential read speed specifications below:
- Extreme Portable V2: Up to 1050 MB per second
- Extreme Pro Portable V2: Up to 2000 MB per second
Maximum Sequential Write Speed
The pro version also has the advantage over the normal version when comparing the maximum sequential writing speed.
The Extreme Pro Portable V2 is 1000 MB per second faster, or 100% faster, than the Extreme Portable V2.
You can check out the max sequential write speeds below:
- Extreme Portable V2: Up to 1000 MB per second
- Extreme Pro Portable V2: Up to 2000 MB per second
Password Encryption
For the password encryption, both of the Gen 2 storage drives use 256-bit AES hardware encryption.
Dust and Water Resistance
Both the devices in this versus guide have been rated IP55.
This means that the two storage drives are protected against any potential damages that could be caused by dust buildup.
These SSDs can also resist water splashes from any angle.
Drop Resistance
When it comes to drop resistance, both the second versions of the Extreme Portable and Extreme Pro Portable are protected at up to two meters.
Shock Resistance
The two SanDisk products also have the same shock resistance, which is 1500 G.
Vibration Resistance
The Extreme Portable and Extreme Pro Portable are also identical when it comes to vibration resistance at 5 gRMS, 10 Hz to 2000 Hz.
Warranty
The SanDisk Extreme Portable Solid State Drive V2 and SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable Solid State Drive V2 both come with a 5-year limited warranty.
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