Lexar Introduces SL300 and ES3 USB-C Up to 2TB Portable SSDs

Lexar Co. Ltd. announces 2 new portable SSDs – the SL300 and the ES3, designed for everyday users and business professionals looking for speed, efficiency, and security in their data storage solutions.

These drives boast speeds up to 9.5 times faster than traditional HDDs, with read speeds reaching 1,050MB/s and write speeds of 1,000MB/s, ^(*) ensuring fast data transfers and fast backups.

Equipped with built-in double-layer graphite sheets, the ES3 and SL300 effectively conduct heat to keep the drive cool during intensive tasks. Its sleek and sturdy design is not only durable but also features drop-resistance up to 2 meters, providing added protection against accidental falls.

With plug-and-play compatibility via a 2-in-1 USB-C/USB-A cable, users can connect these drives to their PC, Mac, tablet, smartphone, and more. Additionally, the SSDs come with Lexar DataShield 256-bit AES encryption software to safeguard files, along with access to the Lexar Recovery Tool to help recover accidentally deleted data.

“These are excellent drives for everyday tasks at home or busy professionals in the office,” said Joey Lopez, director, marketing. “They both feature snappy speeds to help boost efficiency and plug-and-play convenience to work with a wide range of devices.“

Availability:

• The SL300 is available in mid-December at an MSRP of $109.99 for 1TB and $179.99 for 2TB.
• The ES3 is available and will have an MSRP of $179.99 for 2TB.

^(*) Speeds based on internal testing. Actual performance may vary.
^(**) Security safeguards, by their nature, are capable of circumvention. Lexar does not guarantee data will be 100% secure from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.