Lexar launches external SL200-ssd with USB-C connection – Computer – News

Lexar has announced a new series of external SSDs. This concerns the SL200, which according to a press release will be available in variants with 512GB and 1TB of storage capacity. A 2TB model is also mentioned on the Lexar website.

Of Lexar SL200 has a USB-C connection with USB 3.1 interface, although it is not clear which generation this concerns. Presumably it is a USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface with throughput speeds of up to 5Gbit / s. The SSD itself achieves read and write speeds of up to 550MB / s and 400MB / s, according to the manufacturer.

The SL200 is also resistant to drops, shocks and vibrations. The product also supports 256-bit AES encryption. The dimensions are 86x60x9.5mm and the SSD weighs 40.6 grams without a cable.

The versions with 512GB and 1TB of storage capacity will cost $ 90 and $ 160 respectively. Converted and with VAT, that amounts to 97 and 172.50 euros. Official European recommended prices are not yet known. It is also not yet clear what the possible 2TB variant will cost.

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