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Corsair EX100U vs Inland Performance 1TB

Compare Corsair EX100U and Inland Performance 1TB side by side. Both are 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 external SSDs, but they differ in speed, design, and value. Here's how they stack up.

Our Pick

Corsair

Corsair EX100U
8.2/10

High-performance external SSD with USB-C connectivity, ideal for gaming and content creation.

Good 1600MB/s read speeds
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface
Attractive design
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Inland

Inland Performance 1TB
7.7/10

A MicroCenter house-brand Gen 2x2 portable at aggressive pricing. The Performance line is built on standard NAND — not exceptional build but cheap for the speed tier, and easy to find in MicroCenter retail stores.

Gen 2x2 2000 MB/s
MicroCenter-retail pricing
3-year warranty
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Spec Comparison

Spec
Corsair EX100U
Inland Performance 1TB
Read Speed
1.6 GB/s
2.0 GB/s ✓
Write Speed
1.5 GB/s
2.0 GB/s ✓
Capacity
2 TB ✓
1 TB
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
Endurance (TBW)
900 TB ✓
600 TB
Warranty
3 Years
3 Years
Score
8.2/10 ✓
7.7/10
Total Wins
3 wins
2 wins

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Corsair EX100U or Inland Performance 1TB?
The Corsair EX100U scores 8.2/10 compared to 7.7/10 for the Inland Performance 1TB. Our expert analysis favors the Corsair EX100U for its superior value.
What's the difference between Corsair EX100U and Inland Performance 1TB?
The key differences: The Corsair EX100U offers 1,600 MB/s reads vs 2,000 MB/s for the Inland Performance 1TB. Capacity options differ: Corsair EX100U is 2TB while Inland Performance 1TB is 1TB. The Corsair EX100U uses USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 while the Inland Performance 1TB uses USB 3.2 Gen 2x2.
Which is faster, Corsair EX100U or Inland Performance 1TB?
The Inland Performance 1TB is faster with 2,000 MB/s read speeds compared to 1,600 MB/s for the Corsair EX100U. That's a 25% speed advantage.
Which has better value, Corsair EX100U or Inland Performance 1TB?
The Corsair EX100U scores higher (8.2 vs 7.7/10), indicating better overall value in our evaluation. Check both models on the retailer's site for the latest details.

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