Computer Media and Data Storage Devices

Anyone shooting 4K video or backing up large photo libraries will appreciate having 4TB of fast, rugged storage that fits in a pocket, and the IP65 rating means it can handle dust and splashes on location shoots. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and cable-free, this drive uses magnets to attach directly to the back of a phone or laptop, which makes it a convenient option for anyone who wants extra storage without carrying a separate cable. At $220, it's $20 off the $240 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and fast, this is a practical pick for anyone who needs to move large files between machines or wants a reliable backup drive that fits in a pocket — USB 3.2 keeps transfer speeds high enough that the SSD performance isn't wasted. Buy Now at Newegg

Shooting 4K or high-speed burst photos taxes even good cards, and the V90 rating here means your camera won't bottleneck during those transfers. Best Buy has it for $208, which is $52 off the $260 list price. Buy Now at Best Buy

Handy for anyone repurposing an old 3.5-inch hard drive into external storage, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C offering faster transfer speeds than older enclosures. At $78.99, it's only $1 off the $79.99 list price, so the savings here are minimal. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries gets tedious with slower drives, and the T9's fast transfer speeds make quick work of moving big files without sitting around waiting. It's a solid pick for creators or anyone who needs 4TB of storage that fits in a pocket. 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

Anyone building or upgrading a compact PC will notice the difference, since this M.2 2280 drive fits ultrabooks and small-form-factor builds while still delivering full PCIe NVMe speeds for everyday tasks and load times. Buy Now at Newegg

A practical buy if you need cards for security cameras, dash cams, or other devices where you want dedicated storage without cycling the same card between uses. Buy Now at Newegg

Designed for photographers and videographers working with high-speed CFexpress Type-B cards, this reader uses USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 to move large RAW or video files as fast as your card allows, which matters when you're offloading hundreds of gigabytes at a time. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone stocking up cameras, dash cams, or tablets at once, since eight cards in one pack saves the hassle of separate purchases, and it's currently $20 off the list price at Walmart. Buy Now at Walmart

Compact and fast, the Crucial X10 handles large file transfers well, making it a practical pick for photographers, video editors, or anyone who needs reliable portable storage without carrying a spinning hard drive. Buy Now at Newegg

This portable SSD suits anyone backing up large photo or video libraries who needs fast transfer speeds without lugging around a bulky external drive. Newegg's version holds 4TB, so you get plenty of room to spare before needing a second drive. Buy Now at Newegg

The Samsung T7 is a compact, fast external SSD that works well for anyone moving large files between computers or backing up data on the go, and at $430 it's $120 off the $550 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

A 4TB portable SSD gives you enough room to carry large video libraries, game libraries, or full system backups without filling up fast, and the RGB lighting sets it apart visually from standard drives. At $378, that's $6 off the $384 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Portable NVMe SSDs at this capacity are still relatively uncommon, so the 8TB option suits anyone who needs to move large video libraries, RAW photo archives, or project files between workstations without hauling an external hard drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone looking to speed up boot times or ditch a sluggish hard drive would notice the difference here, since PCIe drives read and write data much faster than standard SATA SSDs. It's a solid option if you're upgrading an older workstation without wanting to replace the whole machine. Buy Now at Newegg

Swapping drives without opening your case matters if you juggle multiple NVMe SSDs for backups or projects, and this hot-swap bay handles two M.2 drives at once without any tools. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shooting 4K video or backing up large photo libraries will appreciate having 4TB of fast, rugged storage that fits in a pocket, and the IP65 rating means it can handle dust and splashes on location shoots. Buy Now at Newegg