Lexar 1TB ES5 External SSD, 2000MB/s R/W, USB-C, Magnetic/Mag Safe

Name: Lexar 1TB ES5 External SSD, 2000MB/s R/W, USB-C, Magnetic/Mag Safe
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B0FPHYS9TW

Status: Lexar 1TB ES5 External SSD (1TB portable SSD): Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 10:27 UTC. Closest in-stock match (same 1TB portable SSD): DIGIERA 1TB Magnetic Portable SSD, $159.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 04:12 UTC (price may vary). eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The Lexar 1TB ES5 External SSD: 2000MB/s read and write for fast 4K/8K offloads; main trade-off: full 2000MB/s needs USB 3.2 Gen 2x2; Macs and older PCs run slower.

Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 10:27 UTC

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Currently unavailable on Amazon. Not the same product — 3 in-stock alternatives with matching specs:

Same 1TB portable SSD: DIGIERA 1TB Magnetic Portable SSD — $159.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 04:12 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $159.99

Same 1TB portable SSD: DIGIERA 1TB Magnetic Portable SSD — $169.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 04:12 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $169.99

Same 1TB portable SSD: KOOTION Portable SSD 1TB USB-C Up to 2000MB/s… — $162.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 16:19 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $162.99

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 2000MB/s read and write for fast 4K/8K offloads
✓ MagSafe-compatible magnetic mount plus included metal ring for any phone
✓ Records Apple ProRes 4K120 and Samsung Pro Video 8K30 direct to drive
✓ IP65 dust/water rating and 3m drop resistance

Cons

✗ Full 2000MB/s needs USB 3.2 Gen 2x2; Macs and older PCs run slower
✗ Magnetic hold depends on MagSafe phones or sticking on the extra ring
✗ Silicone shell attracts lint and fingerprints in a pocket
✗ Lexar App required for the auto-backup and phone storage expansion features

Manufacturer description

Built to support MagSafe-compatible devices, the Lexar ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD delivers phenomenal speeds of 2000MB/s read and 2000MB/s write to give you instant storage when shooting in Apple ProRes 4K or 120FPS. Featuring a durable design, this slim and stylish drive stays out of the way to help you stay organized. Combined with IP65 dust and water resistance, and drop resistance up to three meters, this storage is ready to stick around.

SpecPicks Verdict

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Key Features

Up to 2000MB/s read and 2000MB/s write to transfer files fast for a smooth workflow (Performance on Mac and other systems not supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 may be lower)
The drive's MagSafe-compatible design makes it easy to attach to your compatible smartphone. An additional metal ring accessory gives any device a magnetic surface to attach to
Supports recording in Apple ProRes at 4K120FPS, and Samsung Pro Video 8K 30FPS
Includes free access to the Lexar App to easily auto back up your media and expand the storage of your mobile device
Rated IP65 for dust and water resistance, and is drop resistant up to 3M

Full Specifications

Brand	Lexar
Model Name	ES5
Read Speed	2000 megabytes_per_second
Unit Count	1 Count
Form Factor	Compact
Media Speed	2000MB/s
Connectivity	USB-C
Model Number	LES5XXX001T-RNWNU
Compatibility	Mac
Built-In Media	Cable Organizer Lanyard, USB Cable
Hard Disk Size	1 TB
Hard-Drive Size	1 TB
Mfr Part Number	LES5XXX001T-RNWNU
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Drop Resistant, Dust Resistant, Portable, Water Resistant
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Compatible Devices	Desktop, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet, iPhone 15/16+
Data Transfer Rate	2000 megabytes_per_second
Enclosure Material	Liquid Silicone (For Casing), Nand (For Storage)
Additional Features	Drop Resistant, Dust Resistant, Portable, Water Resistant

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View Current Price — $159.99