Lexar Launches Up to 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD MagSafe-Compatible

Lexar Co. Ltd. announced the ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD.

Designed to deliver portable storage this SSD provides speeds up to 2,000MB/s read and 2,000MB/s write ⁽¹⁾ to enhance creative workflows.

Available in capacities up to 4TB, The ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD supports MagSafe to quickly attach to a compatible iPhone ⁽²⁾ and it comes with an additional ring accessory to give any device a magnetic surface to attach to. With the ES5 Portable SSD magnetically secured to a mobile device, users can shoot up to 4K at 60FPS for iPhone 15, 4K at 120FPS for iPhone 16 and 17 (or newer), and up to 8K 30FPS with Samsung S25 (or newer).

The ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD features a slim design to prevent unnecessary added bulk, and a liquid silicone coating to provide a comfortable grip. This SSD also provides IP65 dust and water resistance and comes with a 3-meter drop resistance ⁽⁴⁾ to endure outdoor use.

“The Lexar ES5 portable SSD supports both Apple ProRes and Samsung Video recording to make sure iOS and Android users everywhere have the storage they need to film, store, and organize 4K and 8K video without losing their creative momentum,” said Joey Lopez, director, brand marketing. “By giving creators up to 4TB of additional storage, they have the space they need to capture, edit, and export an entire day’s shoot from a single device.”

Availability:

The Lexar ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD is available in 1TB with an MSRP of $119.99 and 2TB with an MSRP of $199.99. webstore Amazon
4TB model will be available in Q1 2026 in North America.

Lexar Es5 Magnetic Portable Ssd 1 Specs:

Capacities	1TB/2TB
Color	Silver
Interface Protocol	USB 3.2 Gen 2×2
Speed	Up to 2000MB/s read, up to 2000MB/s write ⁽¹⁾
Ingress Protection Rating	IP65 Water and Dust Resistance ⁽³⁾ 3-meter anti-drop ⁽³⁾
Systems Supported	Mac OSX 10.6+, Windows 11/10/7/8, iOS, Android 4.4+
Devices	Smartphone, iPhone 15/16 Series or above, PC, Mac, Tablet, iPad, cameras, gaming consoles, and more
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Warranty	5-year limited warranty

⁽¹⁾Up to 2000MB/s read and 2000MB/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⁾ Please do not cut off the power or disconnect during the recording process, as this may result in the recorded video not being saved successfully or being unplayable. After the video recording is completed, it is recommended to safely eject the hard drive before disconnecting it.
⁽⁴⁾ 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.
⁽⁵⁾Apple plans to release Final Cut Camera version 2.0 with support for ProRes RAW at a later date. Lexar will evaluate and test product compatibility once the update becomes available.