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Lexar ES3 512GB Portable SSD Silver, USB 3.2 Gen 2 up to 1050MB/s | External SSD compatible with iPhone 17 Series/Mac/PS5/XBOX/Laptop/PC
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Lexar ES3 512GB Portable SSD Silver

Bottom line: The Lexar ES3 512GB Portable SSD Silver: 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write over USB 3.2 Gen 2; main trade-off: no MagSafe attachment in this version.

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For SSDs and PC storage upgrades, synthesises manufacturer specs and independent reviews rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write over USB 3.2 Gen 2
  • ✓ Only 42g and 10.5mm thick, pocketable and cable-free bulk
  • ✓ Bundled USB Type-C cable for plug-and-play, no adapter hunting
  • ✓ Works with PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Mac, PC, and Android
  • ✓ Lexar DataShield 256-bit AES encryption software included

Cons

  • ✗ No MagSafe attachment in this version
  • ✗ iPhone support starts at the 15 series; iPhone 14 and older excluded
  • ✗ Full 1050MB/s needs a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host, slower on older ports
  • ✗ 512GB fills fast with PS5 game installs or 4K video capture

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Lexar ES3 512GB Portable SSD Silver using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the ssds & storage category. Lexar's ssds & 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 ssds & 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

  • High-speed Data Transfer: Lexar external SSD ES3 supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 up to 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write to transfer files fast for more efficient work. (Performance may be lower if not supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2 on Mac and other systems)
  • Wide Compatibility: Lexar Portable SSD ES3 compatibility with iPhone 15 series (Not supported on iPhone 14 and older models), Android mobile devices, laptops, cameras, Xbox X|S, PS4, PS5, gaming console, and more
  • On The Go: Lexar external solid state drive ES3's thin, stylish, and durable design, weighs 42g and is only 10.5mm thick, making it smaller than a card and easily fits in your pocket. It comes with a Type-C cable for plug-and-play convenience
  • Data Safety First: Lexar SSD ES3 includes Lexar DataShieldTM 256-bit AES encryption software to protect files
  • Note: Magsafe is not available in this version

Full Specifications

NoteMagsafe is not available in this version
BrandLexar
ColorSilver
Weight42g
Model NameES3
Read Speed1050 megabytes_per_second
Media Speed1000
Write Speed1000
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberLES3XXX512G-RNSNG
CompatibilityPC, PS5, PS4, Xbox, Android, iOS, Mac
Built-In MediaES3 External SSD
Number of Items1
Special FeaturePortable, Ultra slim
Data Safety FirstLexar SSD ES3 includes Lexar DataShieldTM 256-bit AES encryption software to protect files
Compatible DevicesGaming Console, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet
Data Transfer Rate1050 megabytes_per_second
Additional FeaturesPortable, Ultra slim
Included ComponentsES3 External SSD
Warranty Description3-year limited warranty
Full listing titleLexar ES3 512GB Portable SSD Silver, USB 3.2 Gen 2 up to 1050MB/s | External SSD compatible with iPhone 17 Series/Mac/PS5/XBOX/Laptop/PC

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