SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD V3
Content Creation, 8K Video Editing, AI Development, Professional Photography, Gaming, Data Backup, Large File Transfer, Creative Workflows
Overview
The SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD V3 is the third-generation flagship portable SSD from SanDisk, delivering blazing-fast sequential read speeds up to 4,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 3,800 MB/s over its USB4 Gen 3x2 (40Gbps) interface. Built for creative professionals, AI developers, and power users, it combines enterprise-grade performance with rugged IP65-rated dust/water resistance, 3-meter drop protection, and AES 256-bit hardware encryption. Available in 2TB, 4TB, and 8TB capacities when it launches in the second half of 2026, the V3 represents SanDisk's fastest and most capable portable SSD yet, designed to handle massive 8K video files, AI training datasets, and large game libraries on the go.
Key Highlights
- Third-generation SanDisk Extreme PRO design with USB4 Gen 3x2 interface delivering sequential read speeds up to 4,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 3,800 MB/s — the fastest SanDisk portable SSD to date
- Rugged IP65 dust and water resistance with 3-meter drop protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption for data security in the field
- Available in large capacities up to 8TB — ideal for AI workflows, 8K video production, and massive game libraries
- AI-ready performance with sustained high-speed transfers for demanding creative and professional workloads
- Backward compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), and Thunderbolt 4/USB4 ports
Technical Specifications
| Brand | SanDisk |
|---|---|
| Model | SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD V3 |
| Interface | USB4 Gen 3x2 (40Gbps) |
| Sequential Read | Up to 4,000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write | Up to 3,800 MB/s (4TB) |
| Storage | 2TB / 4TB / 8TB NAND Flash |
| Connectivity | USB4 Gen 3x2 (40Gbps) |
| Dimensions | ~140 x 68.6 x 12 mm (estimated, based on previous-generation USB4 model) |