I found 17 portable SSD deals at prices too good to ignore there's a massive SanDisk Extreme sale on at Best Buy with serious storage savings

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Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:40:04 +0000

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SanDisk Extreme portable SSD range is now on sale in capacities from 1TB to 8TB at prices too good to ignore.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The SanDisk Extreme has long been one of our favorite external drives, offering everything most people
will need from a reliable and durable portable SSD, and right now the high-capacity SanDisk Extreme 4TB is down to $450 (was $805) at Best Buy .

But it's not the only SSD discounted. Best Buy is having a sale on the full range of models, with capacities ranging from 1TB all the way up to 8TB. I've focused on the 4TB models below, but you'll find links to all the other capacities as well. SanDisk's line-up covers a wide range of needs, with multiple models offering different speeds, capacities, colors, and durability features. So, I've been completely comprehensive with these deals, to help
you find the one that's right for you. Today's top SanDisk Extreme portable SSD deals Save $355 SanDisk 4TB Extreme Portable External USB-C SSD (Black): was $805 now $450 at Best Buy Delivers read speeds up to 1050MB/s and write speeds up to 1000MB/s over USB-C, with 256-bit AES encryption and capacities reaching up to 8TB. Read more Read less View Deal 1TB: was $253 now $190
2TB: was $460 now $330 4TB: was $805 now $450 8TB: was $1495 now $1008.73
Save $201 SanDisk 4TB Extreme Pro Portable External USB-C SSD: was $851 now $650 at Best Buy Offers read and write speeds up to 2000MB/s through USB-C connectivity, with password protection, AES 256-bit encryption, and
capacities available up to 4TB. Read more Read less View Deal 1TB: was $264 now $210 2TB: was $489 now $360 4TB: was $851 now $650 Save $345 SanDisk 4TB Extreme Portable External USB-C SSD (Monterey): was $805 now $460 at Best Buy Comes in a striking Monterey color and delivers read speeds up to 1050MB/s
and write speeds up to 1000MB/s over USB-C, with 256-bit AES encryption and capacities reaching up to 8TB. Read more Read less View Deal 1TB: was $253 now $200 2TB: was $460 now $350 4TB: was $805 now $460 Save $345 SanDisk 4TB Extreme Portable External USB-C SSD (Sky Blue): was $805 now $460 at Best Buy This stylish Sky Blue version delivers read speeds up to 1050MB/s and write speeds up to 1000MB/s over USB-C, with 256-bit AES encryption and capacities reaching up to 8TB. Read more Read less View Deal 2TB: was $460 now $330
4TB: was $805 now $460 Save $180 SanDisk 4TB Extreme Portable SSD External
USB Type-C SSD: was $1,100 now $920 at Best Buy Supports read and write
speeds up to 2000MB/s using USB 3.2 Gen2, with IP65 water and dust resistance and capacities reaching up to 4TB. Read more Read less View Deal 1TB: was $300 now $260 2TB: was $590 now $460 4TB: was $1100 now $920 Save $50.63 SanDisk 4TB Extreme Pro With USB4 SSD: was $1,000 now $949.37 at Best Buy
Uses USB4 connectivity delivering up to 40Gbps bandwidth, with read speeds reaching 3800MB/s and write speeds up to 3700MB/s across 2TB and 4TB models. Read more Read less View Deal 2TB: $530 4TB: was $1000 now $949.37 The standard SanDisk Extreme Portable External USB-C NVMe SSD is available in Black, Monterey, and Sky Blue finishes, with capacities ranging from 1TB up
to 8TB (depending on color).

The drive supports read speeds of up to 1050MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s over a USB-C interface using USB 3.1 Gen2.

It includes 256-bit AES hardware encryption and draws power directly from the USB port, removing the need for external adapters. The enclosure measures
3.97 inches tall and weighs about 2.4 ounces.

In our rave review , we called it "hands-down one of the best external SSDs (rugged or not) on the market."

The Extreme Pro Portable SSD pushes performance further, delivering read and write speeds of up to 2000MB/s through USB-C connectivity.

Available in capacities of 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB, the Pro model includes password protection alongside AES 256-bit encryption for securing stored files.

The housing is slightly slimmer than the standard version at 0.4 inches
thick, while total weight sits around 2.73 ounces.

In our review we said, "built for toughness, the Extreme Pro Portable SSD delivers great performance no matter what youre throwing at it."

Another variant, the Extreme Portable SSD External USB Type-C model, also supports speeds of up to 2000MB/s and connects using USB 3.2 Gen2.

This version includes IP65-rated water and dust resistance, giving it added protection in environments where exposure to moisture or debris could be a concern. With a weight of about 1.6 ounces and compact dimensions measuring roughly 3.35 inches by 2 inches, it's one of the lighter portable storage options in the lineup.

Finally, SanDisk also offers the new Extreme PRO with USB4, aimed squarely at users who need faster transfer speeds for large files and demanding
workloads.

Available in 2TB and 4TB capacities, this model supports USB4 connectivity with bandwidth up to 40Gbps and delivers read speeds of up to 3800MB/s and write speeds reaching 3700MB/s, making it the fastest portable option in the lineup.

In our review we noted, "compared to a USB 3.2 SSD, the SanDisk Extreme PRO with USB4 is a beast, at more than double the best speed of even a Gen 2x2 drive in reading and writing."

All SanDisk drives include five-year warranties, making them great, long-term portable storage solutions for everyday computing, backups, and large file transfers.

For more picks, check out our guides to the best portable SSD and the best rugged drives . Shop all external SSDs at Best Buy



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