Teamgroup PD1000

Tough nut to crack

SOLID-STATE DRIVE ❘ £123 from Amazon www.snipca.com/39622

Teamgroup isn’t a household name, but it’s one you should certainly consider if you’re thinking of boosting your PC’S storage capacity with an external SSD. The PD1000 is one of the fastest USB-C drives we’ve ever seen at transferring large files to a PC.

It’s also built to last, with a shockproof case that’s water- and dust-proof to the IP68 standard. Its aluminum enclosure is scratch resistant, and it acts like a giant heat sink, keeping the drive cool as it’s working. It also comes with a generous three-year warranty.

Given its high build quality and 1TB

SPECIFICATIONS

1TB (2TB and 512GB versions also available) • USB-C port • USB-C and USB 3 cables included • 11x40x107mm (HXWXD) • 71g • Three-year warranty www.snipca.com/39622 storage capacity this represents great value for money. A 2TB version is also available for £242, and there’s a 512GB model as well, though at £88 it’s more expensive per GB than the other two.

Carrying the device around is no problem. It’s compact and light, measuring 11x40x107mm (HXWXD) and weighing 71g. It comes with two cables: one USB-C, while the other has a standard USB 3.0 connector, letting you use it with older devices. The cables are braided for strength and longevity and are around 300mm long.

If you’re willing to forgo the convenient size and hard casing, you could opt for an external 1TB SSD costing less, such as the Samsung T5 (£101 from www.snipca. com/39624). However, we think the tough build of the PD1000 is worth the extra money if you’re likely to carry it around with you.