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I Corsair EX400U is an excellent, compact and portable external SSD for gamers, creative professionals, and mobile users. With 2TB of space, you’ll have plenty of storage to download large programs, raw video files, photos, and more. And right now at Best Buy, you can pick one up for 62% off, bringing the price down to just $330 — one of the best external SSD discounts I’ve seen in a long time.
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I EX400U connects to your Apple devices via USB-C and Thunderbolt 4 for blazing fast file transfers. You’ll get read and write speeds of up to 4,000 and 3,600 MB/s, respectively, for faster uploads when you need to free up space on your hard drive. With plug-and-play compatibility, you can quickly and easily switch between your iMac, MacBook, and iPad when you need to change your workflow. And with MagSafe, you can use it with your iPhone to create content on the go such as vlogging and meeting coverage.
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The incredibly compact design makes it easy to slide out of the way when not in use, and gives you a low profile when in MagSafe mode. And with a single connection for both data transmission and power, you won’t have to worry about tracking down multiple cables when shooting on location or traveling. You can also use it with the Corsair SSD Toolbox program to keep track of your drive’s health, storage capacity, and firmware upgrades. The program also allows you to securely erase sensitive data to keep your personal information and work safe from unauthorized access.
How did I rate this deal?
The cost of RAM and SSDs has risen in recent years, but discounts like these give hope that the bubble is finally popping. You’ll get 2TB of storage, read speeds of up to 4,000MB/s, write speeds of up to 3,600MB/s, and Thunderbolt 4 compatibility for super-fast data transfers when you need to free up programs and files to free up space on your hard drive. It also features MagSafe technology and iOS compatibility for use with iPads and iPhones. That’s why I gave this deal an Editor’s rating of 5/5.
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