Lexar Unveils ES5 Magnetic Portable USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Up to 2TB SSD

Lexar Co. Ltd. unveiled the ES5 magnetic portable SSD, designed for mobile content creators, videographers, and photographers who demand high-performance storage on the go.

The ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD offers RW speeds of up to 2,000MB/s ⁽²⁾ for quick file transfers and a smooth workflow. With built-in MagSafe compatibility, it easily attaches to iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro/Max, and Samsung S25. It supports Apple ProRes recording at 4K 60/120FPS and Samsung Pro Video at 8K 30FPS ⁽¹⁾, allowing creators to bypass internal storage limitations for uninterrupted, high-quality recording directly to the drive.

Moreover, the Lexar App, compatible with all the company’s portable SSDs and works with both iOS and Android devices, makes it easy to extend phone storage with automatic photo and video backups.

With an IP65 rating, this drive is dust-and water-resistant and tested to survive drops from up to 3 meters. ⁽³⁾ Its durable silicone design includes a cable organizer that doubles as a lanyard. It attaches to MacBook using the Magnetic Attraction Plate and is compatible with a wide range of devices – laptops, smartphones, tablets, cameras, and game consoles – making it an excellent complement to any digital setup.

⁽¹⁾ iPhone 12 and above models feature MagSafe functionality, and only iPhone 15 Pro/iPhone Pro Max or above models support external recording of ProRes format videos.
⁽²⁾ Speeds based on internal testing on device that supports USB 3.2 Gen 2×2; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions, and other factors.
⁽³⁾ Rated as IP65 and 3-meter anti-drop based on internal testing conducted under controlled conditions. Actual water, dust and drop resistance capabilities may vary.

Specs:

⁽¹⁾ Up to 2,000MB/s read and 2,000MB/s write speeds. Speeds based on internal testing on device that supports USB 3.2 Gen 2×2; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions, and other factors. 1MB = 1,000,000 bytes.
⁽²⁾ iPhone 12 and above models feature MagSafe functionality, and only iPhone 15 Pro/iPhone Pro Max or above models support external recording of ProRes format videos
⁽³⁾ Rated as IP65 and 3-meter anti-drop based on internal testing conducted under controlled conditions. Actual water, dust and drop resistance capabilities may vary. Damage caused by liquid, dust and drop are not covered under warranty.
⁽⁴⁾ iCloud backup is not yet supported. Securely back up photos, videos, and iPhone live photos to external storage.