Best 1TB External Hard Drive Deals

Compact and fast, the T9 is a solid pick for anyone who moves large files between machines regularly or needs reliable external storage for video editing, backups, or gaming on the go. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and fast, the T7 reads at up to 1,050 MB/s, which makes it a practical pick for anyone transferring large files, editing video off an external drive, or just wanting a reliable backup that fits in a pocket. Buy Now at Newegg

Newegg has the SanDisk 1TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD listed right now, which is worth a look if you need fast transfer speeds on the go — it's rated for up to 2,000 MB/s read, making it a solid option for video editors or anyone moving large files between devices regularly. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered over USB-C, the T7 is a reliable option for anyone who moves large files between machines regularly, whether that's video footage, backups, or a portable work setup. Buy Now at Newegg

Portable NVMe SSDs like this one are worth it if you're moving large files between machines or backing up raw video and photo libraries on the go, and the 1TB capacity covers most use cases without needing multiple drives. At $238, this is at list price with no current discount. Buy Now at Best Buy

Compact and bus-powered, this drive suits anyone who needs fast, portable storage without carrying around a bulky external hard drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Portable 1TB storage that works with both PC and Mac out of the box, useful for backing up files or moving large folders between machines. The WD My Passport is one of the more widely used drives in this category, and $150 is the standard going rate right now with no discount applied. Buy Now at Best Buy

Compact and fast enough to use as a working drive rather than just a backup, the T7 reads at up to 1,050 MB/s over USB-C, which is a noticeable step up from standard portable hard drives. A solid pick if you move large files regularly or want extra storage that can keep up with your workflow. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered over USB-C, this drive suits anyone who needs a fast, high-capacity option for moving large files between machines or backing up on the go without carrying a separate power cable. Buy Now at Newegg

At $122, that's $38 off the $160 list price for a 1TB portable SSD with a 20Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface, which is worth noting if you regularly move large files like video footage or backups between machines and want transfer speeds that won't bottleneck your workflow. Buy Now at Newegg

Thunderbolt SSDs are worth the premium if you're moving large files regularly, like video footage or photo libraries, and need transfer speeds that USB drives can't match. The 1TB capacity hits a practical middle ground for most portable storage needs. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered over USB, this drive suits anyone who moves large files between machines regularly and wants something more durable and faster than a standard portable hard drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered, this drive suits anyone who needs to move large files between computers without carrying around a bulky external hard drive. USB 3.2 gives you enough speed for most transfer tasks, and 1TB covers the majority of everyday storage needs. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered, this drive suits anyone who needs fast, reliable storage they can toss in a bag without carrying cables or an adapter. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and fast enough for transferring large files between devices, this drive suits photographers, videographers, or anyone who regularly moves big chunks of data and needs something that fits in a pocket. Buy Now at Newegg

Portable SSDs in the 1TB range tend to hover around $250 to $300 for reputable brands, so $240 puts this Samsung T9 at roughly $48 below its list price. The T9 uses USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for read speeds up to 2,000 MB/s, which suits anyone regularly moving large video files or backing up data and doesn't want to wait around for transfers. Buy Now at Newegg

A portable SSD at this price point suits anyone who needs fast, reliable storage on the go, whether for transferring large files, backing up a laptop, or carrying a media library. At $100, that's $50 off the $150 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered over USB-C, the Orico C5 is a straightforward option for anyone who needs fast, reliable storage they can carry in a pocket, whether for backups, transferring large files, or keeping a media library accessible on the go. Buy Now at Newegg

Newegg has the SanDisk 1TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD listed right now, which is worth a look if you need fast external storage for transferring large video files, photo libraries, or game backups. The Extreme PRO line sits above SanDisk's standard portable drives, rated for read speeds up to 2,000 MB/s, which is noticeably quicker than most bus-powered SSDs in this size class. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who backs up large photo or video files will appreciate the rugged, drop-resistant build and IP65 water and dust resistance on this drive. Newegg has the 1TB model at a price that makes it easy to keep a second copy of your files without worrying about handling it carefully. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who shoots video or moves large files between machines will notice the difference here, since the titanium casing holds up to drops better than standard aluminum or plastic enclosures. It's compact enough to toss in a bag without a case, which matters if you're working on location or switching between a laptop and desktop throughout the day. Buy Now at Newegg