Gigastone 1TB External SSD Read Speed 500MB/s USB 3.2 USB-C External Solid State Drive Portable, 3D NAND Ultra Slim Metal, for PS4 PC Laptop Mac Windows Linux Android Xbox One Smart TV
Status: Gigastone 1TB External SSD Read Speed 500MB/s… (1TB portable SSD): Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock 1TB portable SSD on file; an Amazon search for "1TB portable SSD" lists current offers with the same specs. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.
Bottom line: The Gigastone 1TB External SSD Read Speed 500MB/s USB 3.2 USB-C External is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the external storage category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by Gigastone's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Gigastone 1TB External SSD Read Speed 500MB/s USB 3.2 USB-C External… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the external storage category. Gigastone's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for external storage of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Provides up to 500 MB/s read and write speed, enables speedy data transfer with reliable data storage. Great for video/photo editors and any content creators require fast storage and data transfer
- Design: Super small portable size with robust metal case. With 3D NAND technology enables high stable data transfer speed and reliable product longevity. Super lightweight and portable but extremely durable, you can easily carry it to anywhere you want
- Device Compatibility: 2x USB C Cable included : USB Type-C to USB Type-C + USB Type-C to USB Type-A cables. Perfect for Windows PC Laptop Desktop Mac Computer, Android Smartphone and PS4
- Reliability: 2.9” * 1.9” Shock Resistance, Vibration Resistance metal case. Non-Operating Temperature ‐20°C to 70°C, Operating Temperature 0°C to 70°C
- Support: Gigastone 3-year (36 months) limited warranty. 30-day money-back return policy. 24/7 online support. System Manager > Hardisk Manage > Choose the disk without specified drive name pre-named by manufacturer and format the Gigastone Portable SSD for your application. If you choose to use it as an external drive, please choose file system: ExFAT. If wish to use Gigastone Portable SSD as an internal drive to run OS (operating system), please choose file system: NTFS
Full Specifications
| Brand | Gigastone |
|---|---|
| Color | 1TB |
| Model Name | GS-SSD-P1000 |
| Read Speed | 550 megabytes_per_second |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Form Factor | Portable |
| Media Speed | 550.0 megabytes_per_second |
| Reliability | 2.9” * 1.9” Shock Resistance, Vibration Resistance metal case. Non-Operating Temperature ‐20°C to 70°C, Operating Temperature 0°C to 70°C |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Model Number | GS-SSD-P1000-1TB |
| Compatibility | PC, PS4, Xbox, Android, Mac, Linux |
| Built-In Media | 2x USB C Cable |
| Hard-Drive Size | 1 TB |
| Mfr Part Number | GS-SSD-P1000-1TB |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Durable, Portable, Shock Resistant |
| Vibration/Rumble | Yes |
| Hardware Platform | Mac, PC |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Gaming Console, Laptop, Smartphone, Television |
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