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Lexar Professional SL500

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Manufacturer: Lexar Last updated: September 11, 2026

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Lexar Professional SL500 Review

The Lexar Professional SL500 targets content creators specifically, delivering high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 transfer rates in a compact metal enclosure aimed at photographers and videographers moving large files in the field.

At up to 2,000 MB/s read and 1,800 MB/s write, this drive delivers genuinely fast transfer speeds well suited to offloading raw video and photo files quickly during active shooting sessions. Against the Samsung T9, covered elsewhere on this site, both deliver comparable high-speed portable performance at similar price points. Against the SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2, also covered elsewhere on this site, that drive adds IP55 dust/water resistance this Lexar drive doesn't specifically carry.

Performance and Speed

At up to 2,000 MB/s read and 1,800 MB/s write, this drive delivers genuinely fast transfer speeds well suited to offloading raw video and photo files quickly during active shooting sessions.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the Samsung T9, covered elsewhere on this site, both deliver comparable high-speed portable performance at similar price points. Against the SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2, also covered elsewhere on this site, that drive adds IP55 dust/water resistance this Lexar drive doesn't specifically carry.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Best for

Content creators who want fast, compact portable storage for offloading video and photo files in the field. This drive's speed and metal build suit that professional workflow.

Not for

Not for buyers who specifically need rugged IP-rated dust and water resistance. The SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2, covered elsewhere on this site, adds that specific protection.

Specifications

What these specs mean

Speed Score

7.5/10

How fast this drive is among portable SSDs, rated from its read and write speeds.

Identity

Brand	Lexar
Model Number	SL500
Series	Professional SL500

Interface and form

Drive Type	External Portable
Bus Interface	USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2
Form Factor	Portable Enclosure

Sequential performance

Sequential Read	2000 MB/s
Sequential Write	1800 MB/s

Physical and commercial

Warranty	3 Years

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Lexar Professional SL500 (Portable SSD/USB 3.2 Gen 2x2/2,000 MB/s/Creator-Focused High-Speed)?

Key specs for the Lexar Professional SL500: Sequential Read 2000 MB/s, Sequential Write 1800 MB/s, Capacity Options 1TB, 2TB, Interface USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2, Bus Interface USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, Form Factor Portable Enclosure.

Who is the Lexar Professional SL500 (Portable SSD/USB 3.2 Gen 2x2/2,000 MB/s/Creator-Focused High-Speed) best suited to?

Best suited to: Content creators who want fast, compact portable storage for offloading video and photo files in the field. This drive's speed and metal build suit that professional workflow.

What are the drawbacks of the Lexar Professional SL500 (Portable SSD/USB 3.2 Gen 2x2/2,000 MB/s/Creator-Focused High-Speed)?

Not the best fit for: Not for buyers who specifically need rugged IP-rated dust and water resistance. The SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD V2, covered elsewhere on this site, adds that specific protection.