Lexar SSD SL500 / USB3.2 Gen2x2 up to R2000/W1800 // 5-pack w./ 4X 1TB + 1X 2TB

Lexar SL500 Portable SSD – USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 up to 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write (5-pack: 4×1TB + 1×2TB)

The Lexar SL500 Portable SSD package contains five drives — four 1TB units and one 2TB unit — designed for fast storage and quick file transfer. It uses the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface to deliver up to 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write, and comes with a slim, solid aluminum unibody that fits easily in your hand or pocket.

High-speed performance for large files

The SL500 reaches blazing-fast transfer rates of up to 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write via USB 3.2 Gen 2x2. This speed accelerates moving large media files and helps make workflows more efficient. Note that performance may be lower on Macs and other systems that do not support USB 3.2 Gen 2x2.

Design and portability

Lexar built the SL500 with a super-slim, solid aluminum unibody. The drive is roughly the size of a credit card and measures 4.8mm thick, so it fits comfortably in the palm of your hand or a pocket for easy transport.

Compatibility and use cases

The SL500 plays nicely with a wide range of devices. You can use it with PC and Mac systems, Android devices, cameras, and gaming consoles such as Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and PS5. It also supports the iPhone 15 series and enables Apple ProRes recording directly to the drive on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, including shooting up to 4K at 60 frames per second.

Security and included software

The package includes Lexar DataShield software with 256‑bit AES encryption to help protect sensitive files. The drive also ships with a Type-C data cable for plug-and-play convenience.

Relative performance claims

Lexar states the SL500 delivers roughly double the performance of comparable products, about four times the speed of SATA drives, and approximately sixteen times the speed of traditional hard disk drives (HDDs). These comparisons highlight the SL500’s position versus older or similar storage technologies.

Quality and testing

Lexar tests its products in the Lexar Quality Labs, which include thousands of cameras and digital devices. These tests aim to verify performance, compatibility, and reliability across many real-world devices.

Key features

• Approximately 2x the performance of comparable products
• Incredible USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 performance of up to 2000MB/s read and 1800MB/s write to transfer files fast for more efficient work (performance on Mac and other systems not supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 may be lower)
• Thin, stylish, and durable metal design easily fits in your pocket
• Wide compatibility with mobile devices, iPhone 15 series, laptops, cameras, as well as Xbox X|S, PS4, PS5, and more
• Equipped with a Type-C data cable for plug-and-play convenience
• Includes Lexar DataShield 256-bit AES encryption software to protect files

What’s included in this pack

This product listing is for a 5-pack of Lexar SL500 Portable SSDs: four drives at 1TB each and one drive at 2TB. Each drive includes a Type-C data cable and access to Lexar DataShield software.

FAQ

Question: Can I use the SL500 with my Mac or other systems that don’t support USB 3.2 Gen 2x2?
Answer: Yes. The SL500 is compatible with Mac and other systems, but read/write performance may be lower on systems that do not support USB 3.2 Gen 2x2.

Question: Does the SL500 work with iPhone 15 models for video recording?
Answer: Yes. The SL500 supports Apple ProRes recording and allows direct recording to the drive from iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, including up to 4K at 60FPS.

Question: What security options are available for protecting files on these drives?
Answer: The drives include Lexar DataShield software with 256‑bit AES encryption to help keep sensitive files secure.

Question: What is included in the 5-pack?
Answer: The 5-pack includes four 1TB SL500 drives and one 2TB SL500 drive, each with a Type-C data cable and access to Lexar DataShield software.

Question: How portable is the SL500?
Answer: The SL500 features a thin, solid metal design that is roughly credit-card sized and 4.8mm thick, making it easy to carry in a pocket or bag.