Computer Media and Data Storage Devices

Handy for anyone managing multiple NVMe drives, offline backups, or cloning setups without opening a PC case, and USB4's 40Gbps throughput means you're not stuck waiting around during large transfers. Newegg has it for $122, a $58 (32%) markdown from the $180 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for backing up drives without needing a computer nearby, since this dual-bay enclosure can clone one M.2 SSD directly to another with the push of a button. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone pulling an old M.2 drive out of a laptop or desktop and wanting to use it as external storage without buying a new enclosure. Buy Now at Newegg

A reliable pick for photographers, dash cam users, or anyone who needs to expand storage on a camera or device that takes a full-size SD card. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone repurposing an old laptop drive as external storage or cloning a drive for backup will get solid use out of this enclosure, since it turns a bare 2.5-inch SATA drive into a portable USB drive without needing any tools. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy if you've got a spare 2.5-inch SATA drive sitting in a drawer and want to turn it into portable storage instead of buying something new. It's a straightforward way to back up files or free up space on a laptop without dealing with internal upgrades. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone still holding onto a stack of Blu-rays or DVDs but stuck with a laptop that dropped disc drives years ago will get real use out of this, since it handles reading and burning across multiple formats through a single USB connection. Buy Now at Walmart

Backing up large photo or video libraries gets a lot faster with this drive, and its compact size makes it easy to toss in a bag without a second thought. Newegg has it at 512GB, which is enough headroom for most people who don't need the multi-terabyte capacities meant for professional workflows. Buy Now at Newegg

Dash cam and home security camera owners will want this one since it's built for constant read/write cycles that would wear out a standard microSD card, and the 256GB capacity means less time swapping cards to offload footage. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for turning a spare 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD into portable storage, which suits anyone doing data recovery or backups without buying a new external drive outright. It's priced at $25, matching its regular list price with no current discount. Buy Now at Best Buy

Dash cams, security cameras, and other devices that record continuously benefit most from this one, since the high-endurance rating means it can handle constant read/write cycles without wearing out like a standard micro SD card would. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up files or clearing space off a laptop gets simpler with this drive, since it fits in a pocket and doesn't need external power to run. Newegg's version is a solid pick if you want reliable storage without digging through unfamiliar sellers. Buy Now at Newegg

Setting up a spare SATA drive as external storage or backup gets simple with this enclosure, and USB 3.0 keeps transfer speeds reasonable for larger files. It's a straightforward option if you've got an old desktop hard drive sitting in a drawer that you want to put back to use. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone with a spare 2.5-inch drive lying around can turn it into an external backup or storage option, and USB 3.0 keeps transfer speeds well above older USB 2.0 enclosures. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone filling up storage on a phone, camera, or gaming handheld, since 256GB gives you plenty of room for photos, apps, and game installs without needing to swap cards constantly. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy if you've got a spare M.2 NVMe drive sitting in a drawer and want to turn it into a fast external drive for backups or game storage, and the USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface means you'll actually get speeds worth the upgrade rather than being bottlenecked like a standard external drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Portable storage for anyone who moves large video files or backups between a laptop and desktop regularly, since the USB-C interface and compact metal casing handle frequent transport without added bulk. It suits people who need speed on the go rather than a permanent internal drive replacement. Buy Now at Newegg

Portable storage with RGB flair isn't for everyone, but if you want your external drive to actually match your gaming setup, this one gives you 512GB of speed without looking like a boring gray brick. Newegg has it priced for anyone who wants that added visual flair without paying flagship SSD prices. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone whose desktop tower sits under a desk or in a spot where reaching the back for a USB port or card slot gets old fast, since this mounts right in a 5.25-inch drive bay for front-facing access. Buy Now at Newegg