Computer Media and Data Storage Devices

Anyone shuttling large files between drives will appreciate the 40Gbps throughput here, since it lets an NVMe SSD run at speeds a standard USB enclosure just can't touch. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone building or upgrading a NAS or workstation who wants to swap drives without opening the case, this hot-swap rack converts a 3.5-inch bay to hold a 2.5-inch SATA drive. Newegg has it for $39, which is $7 off the $46 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

This aluminum enclosure lets you turn a spare NVMe drive into a fast portable SSD, useful if you've got an old drive sitting in a drawer and want USB4.0 speeds without buying a new external drive. Newegg has it for $64, $16 off the $80 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Fits easily in a pocket or bag, so it's a practical pick for backing up files or moving large media between computers without waiting around for a slow transfer. Newegg has it at a price that makes it worth grabbing as a spare drive, not just your only backup. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shuttling large video or photo files between machines benefits from the NVMe speeds here, and the 8TB capacity means you won't be constantly juggling storage or offloading projects to free up space. Buy Now at Newegg

Sony's CFexpress Type A cards are built for high-bitrate video work on cameras like the a7S III and FX3, where write speed keeps up with continuous 4K recording, and this one is currently priced at its $270 list with no discount attached. Buy Now at Best Buy

Anyone shuffling large video files or game libraries between a laptop and desktop will notice the USB 3.2 Type-C connection here, since it's built for speeds well above older portable drives. At 2TB, it's enough room to stop juggling external storage for most everyday backup needs. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone pulling an old NVMe drive out of a laptop or desktop and wanting to use it as external storage without buying a new drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shuttling large video or game files between devices will notice the 20Gbps transfer speed, which is a meaningful step up from standard USB 3.0 drives. Newegg has it at $122, a $38 drop from the $160 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for hunters who need to quickly check trail camera footage in the field without hauling a laptop out to the woods, and it's currently $8.95 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Anyone who shoots video or hauls around large project files will appreciate the fast transfer speeds and compact build here, letting you offload storage without lugging a bulky external drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who fills up phone storage with videos or juggles large files between a laptop and desktop can toss this in a bag and back things up on the go, since it's small enough to pocket but holds a full terabyte. Newegg's pricing on it tends to beat what you'll find at other retailers, so it's worth checking there first. Buy Now at Newegg

Suits anyone who wants to turn a spare 2.5-inch drive into an external one, and the dual USB-A/USB-C cabling means it'll plug into pretty much any laptop or desktop you own without hunting for adapters. Buy Now at Newegg

Datacenter-grade endurance makes this drive suited for write-heavy workloads like databases or caching servers, not just everyday storage. If you're building or upgrading a server rack, the higher DWPD rating means less worry about wearing out the drive under constant use. Buy Now at Newegg

Its low-profile design stays flush with the port, making it a practical option for laptops, game consoles, or car stereos where a bulky drive gets in the way, and at $35 it's currently priced the same as list. Buy Now at Best Buy

Handy for repurposing an old laptop hard drive into an external backup or storage option, no tools needed for most models since they typically snap together or use a single screw. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries becomes far quicker with this drive's fast transfer speeds, making it a solid pick for creators who move big files regularly, and Newegg has it for $85 off the $575 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Tucked away in a closet, that old laptop hard drive can turn into an easy external backup once you slide it into this enclosure, and USB 3.0 means transfers won't crawl along like older interfaces. It's a straightforward option for anyone repurposing spare drives instead of buying a new external one outright. Buy Now at Newegg

Designed for users who need to hot-swap M.2 NVMe SSDs in and out of a standard 5.25" bay without opening the case, this ToughArmor rack is a niche but practical solution for workstations handling large data volumes or frequent drive swaps. At $154, that's about $15 off the $169 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Gamers with massive libraries who need extra storage without shelling out for an SSD will find this practical for keeping a large game collection on hand, though it's currently priced the same as its $315 list, so no discount applies here. Buy Now at Best Buy

Built for gamers and creators who need serious local storage for large game libraries or media files, the WD Black 8TB offers high capacity without relying on cloud storage. It's currently priced at its $380 list, so no discount applies right now, but that's the going rate for this drive at Best Buy. Buy Now at Best Buy

Handy for anyone who tosses an external hard drive in a bag and wants it protected from bumps and scratches during travel; it's currently priced the same as list at $13, so this is just a solid everyday price rather than a discount. Buy Now at Best Buy