Rank #3 in Best Portable SSD 2026: 10 Ranked on Speeds That Fit the Cable

Lexar ES3 Portable SSD 1TB, USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1050MB/s, 42g, 10.5mm

£187.99 4.4 from 1,645 Amazon ratings

Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.

The Lexar ES3 is the slim option in this ranking, and the listing pairs a 1050 megabyte per second read speed over USB 3.2 Gen 2 with a body the listing calls ultra slim, in a 2.5 inch form factor and a listed weight of 110 grams.

Compatibility is wider than most drives here: gaming consoles, laptops and smartphones are named, and the compatible console list includes both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S, which matters if the drive is meant to move games rather than files. At the time of collection it carried 1,645 ratings at 4.4 stars. Everything here comes from the Amazon listing rather than our own testing.

How those 1,645 ratings break down

An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.4 stars.

5 star

72%

4 star

16%

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Specification

Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.

Digital Storage Capacity	1 TB
Hard Disk Interface	USB 3.2
Network Connectivity Technology	USB
Product Features	Portable, ultra slim
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 Inches
Compatible Devices	Gaming Console, Laptop, Smartphone
Specific Uses For Product	Gaming, Personal, Multimedia
Read Speed	1050 Megabytes Per Second
Media Speed	1000 MB/s
Data Transfer Rate	1050 Megabytes Per Second
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Hardware Connectivity	USB 3.2 Gen 2
Compatible Video Game Console Models	Microsoft Xbox SERIES S, Microsoft Xbox SERIES X, Sony PlayStation 4, Sony PlayStation 5
Hard-Drive Size	1 TB
Item Weight	110 g
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	11L x 11W x 11Th millimetres
Number of Items	1
Unit Count	1.0 count
Brand Name	Lexar
Model Number	LES3XXX001T-RNSNG

What buyers actually say

Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon

Verified purchase

“This is the first external ssd I've bought, and all I can say is" excellent ", in terms of size, it's no bigger than a 10 cigarette packet, remember them?.Installation is a breeze , it comes with a usb lead, that will fit most phones, samsungs at least as that the phone I use, so can't confirm it'll work with all phones.I only use it with my laptop though, and for that I used the supplied adapter enabling me to use the USB port on the laptop.As stated Installation was a breeze, I use windows 10 64bit and the computer immediately recognised the drive and opened the explorer window.Windows 7 to 11 64bit are acceptable the included leaflet states.Also the option to 256bit encryption is offered with encryption software on the device , bearing in mind the data encrypted may be vital to other software your computer accesses, be careful what you encrypt.Speed is quoted as 1080mbs, well it may be, its certainly fast, its my fastest drive.As I've had it for three weeks I can't give any assurance about its long-term reliability, thus far there haven't been any issues.I would certainly recommend anyone wanting a ssd to consider Lex, 1tb, 2tb, 4tb, are available.”

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Verified purchase

“This product has been a trustworthy choice for my backup needs. It performs consistently without any hiccups, giving me peace of mind that my data is secure. The setup was straightforward, and it’s been running smoothly in the background without requiring constant attention.Pros:✔ Reliable performance✔ Easy to set up and use✔ Compact and unobtrusive✔ Great value for dependable backupsCons:✖ Basic features (lacks advanced options, but that’s expected at this price)Verdict: If you need a no-fuss, dependable backup solution that just works, this is a solid pick. Perfect for home offices or small businesses that prioritize simplicity and reliability.”

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