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The SanDisk Extreme 1TB portable SSD is the outdoor and adventure user's choice — its IP55 water and dust resistance, rubber bumper frame, and 3-meter drop protection make it the most rugged mainstream portable SSD at this price point. USB 3.2 Gen 2 delivers up to 1,050 MB/s reads for fast file transfers in the field. The included password protection and 256-bit AES encryption add security for sensitive content. For photographers and videographers who shoot in challenging environments and need to transfer RAW files quickly between devices, the SanDisk Extreme is the standard recommendation. If you work primarily in climate-controlled environments and don't need the rugged casing, the Samsung T7 matches it on speed at a similar price.
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