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Ridiculous! 8TB portable SSD costs less than 8TB internal SSD — $112/TB Sandisk Desk Drive trounces slower $185/TB Samsung 870 QVO

This speedy high-capacity drive proved perfect for professionals, photographers, videographers, and digital artists in our tests.

Ridiculous! 8TB portable SSD costs less than 8TB internal SSD — $112/TB Sandisk Desk Drive trounces slower $185/TB Samsung 870 QVO

SanDisk Desk Drive offers 8TB of storage for $900, a price that's significantly lower than other 8TB SSDs. At $112 per TB, it's 60% cheaper than the Samsung 870 QVO at $185 per TB. This external drive is particularly useful for professionals, creators, and anyone who needs to manage large files. Its compact size makes it easy to carry around and set up, offering fast transfer speeds.

In our tests, the SanDisk Desk Drive performed well in transferring large photo and video files, with minimal lag and smooth video editing. While it isn't the fastest drive on the market, its value for money makes it a great choice for those who need ample storage space and fast file transfers.

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