9.5x Faster than Standard Hard Drives
The Lexar SL300 is a high-performance external portable SSD designed for users who need a significant upgrade in speed and durability for their on-the-go storage needs. Utilizing the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, it delivers impressive read speeds of up to 1050MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s, making it over 9 times faster than a traditional external hard drive. The drive features a sleek and durable design with an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance and is drop-resistant up to 2 meters. It’s built with enhanced heat dissipation technology using double-layer graphite sheets to maintain steady performance during heavy workloads. For data security, it includes Lexar’s DataShield 256-bit AES encryption software. With plug-and-play compatibility and a 2-in-1 USB-C/USB-A cable, the SL300 is a versatile solution for PCs, Macs, tablets, and smartphones.
Key Features
Lightning-Fast Speeds
The Lexar SL300 is engineered for speed, offering a significant performance boost over previous generations. It leverages the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface to deliver blazing read speeds up to 1050MB/s and write speeds up to 1000MB/s. This makes it ideal for professional content creators, gamers, and anyone who needs to quickly transfer high-resolution photos, 4K videos, or large game files, drastically cutting down on waiting time.
Rugged and Durable Design
Built for the rigors of travel and on-location work, the SL300 features a robust and durable design. Its solid construction includes an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance, protecting your data from environmental hazards. Additionally, it has been rigorously tested to be drop-resistant up to 2 meters, ensuring your files are safe even if the drive is accidentally dropped.
Enhanced Thermal Management
To maintain its high performance over extended use, the SL300 incorporates advanced heat dissipation technology. It uses double-layer graphite sheets to efficiently dissipate heat, preventing thermal throttling. This ensures that the drive can sustain its fast read and write speeds during demanding tasks, such as continuous video editing or large file transfers, without slowing down.
Powerful Data Security
Protecting your sensitive information is a core feature of the SL300. It comes with Lexar’s DataShield software, which uses 256-bit AES encryption to secure your files. This allows you to create a password-protected vault on the drive, providing a strong layer of security against unauthorized access and giving you peace of mind that your data is safe.
Versatile and Convenient Connectivity
The SL300 is designed for seamless connectivity across multiple devices. It is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Mac, and Android. The drive comes with a 2-in-1 USB-C and USB-A cable, allowing you to connect to both modern devices with a USB-C port and older computers that only have a standard USB-A port, eliminating the need for a separate adapter.
What’s in the Box
- Lexar SL300 External Portable SSD
- USB Type-C and USB Type-A all in one cable
FAQs
What’s the difference between the SL300 and the SL200?
The Lexar SL300 is a direct upgrade from the SL200, primarily in terms of performance. The SL300 uses a faster USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, offering significantly higher speeds of up to 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write, while the SL200’s USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface limits its speeds to 550MB/s read and 400MB/s write. The SL300 also has an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance and improved thermal management with double-layer graphite sheets, making it more durable and better suited for demanding workloads.
Is the Lexar SL300 compatible with my iPhone?
Yes, the Lexar SL300 is compatible with the iPhone 15 series and newer iPhones with a USB-C port, such as the iPhone 16 series. The drive can be used for fast file transfers between your phone and other devices. For professional users, this is particularly useful for recording Apple ProRes video directly from the iPhone to the SSD, which is a feature supported by these iPhone models.
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