SanDisk launches two portable SSDs in India, with 1TB prices starting at Rs 18,999

SanDisk expands its portable SSD lineup

SanDisk has introduced two portable solid-state drives in India: the SANDISK Portable SSD and the SANDISK Extreme Portable SSD. The standard model is aimed at everyday storage and backups, while the Extreme model is positioned for photographers, videographers, and other users who regularly transfer large files. Both are reported as available through leading online retailers and offline stores in India.

The two models target different storage needs

The SANDISK Portable SSD offers read speeds of up to 1,000MB/s and is available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities. It includes up to two-meter drop protection and carries a three-year limited warranty. No IP rating was reported for the standard model.

The SANDISK Extreme Portable SSD offers read speeds of up to 2,000MB/s and is available in 500GB, 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities. SanDisk says the Extreme model can transfer 1,000 high-resolution photos in under 60 seconds, although the reviewed report notes that actual performance depends on the connected device, file sizes, and other factors.

Extreme adds durability and encryption

The Extreme model has up to three-meter drop protection and an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance. It also supports password protection through 256-bit AES hardware encryption and comes with a five-year limited warranty. These features distinguish it from the lower-priced standard Portable SSD.

1TB pricing separates the models by Rs 10,600

The 1TB SANDISK Portable SSD starts at Rs 18,999, while the 1TB Extreme Portable SSD starts at Rs 29,599, a difference of Rs 10,600. Reported prices for other capacities are Rs 33,999 for the standard model's 2TB version and Rs 52,999 for the Extreme model's 2TB version. The Extreme 4TB version is reported at Rs 99,999.

The reported prices and specifications identify the products introduced and their stated capabilities, but the reviewed coverage does not provide independent measurements confirming the claimed transfer speeds.