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LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB vs Transcend ESD310C 2TB

Compare LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB and Transcend ESD310C 2TB side by side. Both are 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 external SSDs, but they differ in speed, design, and value. Here's how they stack up.

Our Pick

LaCie

LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB
8.6/10

The non-Pro Rugged SSD keeps the IP67 orange-rubber body but drops the Thunderbolt controller for USB 3.2 Gen 2. For photographers and documentarians whose laptops don't have Thunderbolt anyway, this is the right compromise at a much lower price than the Pro.

IP67 rugged body
1050-class Gen 2 speeds
5-year warranty + Rescue
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Transcend

Transcend ESD310C 2TB
7.7/10

The 2TB ESD310C keeps the same tiny plastic credit-card footprint of the 1TB — Transcend fits an unusually large stack in an unusually small case. The 2TB cache budget also holds the 950 MB/s write past 200GB on long transfers.

1050/950 MB/s
Tiny footprint
2400 TBW endurance
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Spec Comparison

Spec
LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB
Transcend ESD310C 2TB
Read Speed
950 MB/s
1.1 GB/s ✓
Write Speed
950 MB/s
950 MB/s
Capacity
1 TB
2 TB ✓
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Endurance (TBW)
600 TB
1,200 TB ✓
Warranty
5 Years ✓
3 Years
Score
8.6/10 ✓
7.7/10
Total Wins
2 wins
3 wins

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB or Transcend ESD310C 2TB?
The LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB scores 8.6/10 compared to 7.7/10 for the Transcend ESD310C 2TB. Our expert analysis favors the LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB for its superior value.
What's the difference between LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB and Transcend ESD310C 2TB?
The key differences: The LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB offers 950 MB/s reads vs 1,050 MB/s for the Transcend ESD310C 2TB. Capacity options differ: LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB is 1TB while Transcend ESD310C 2TB is 2TB. The LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB uses USB 3.2 Gen 2 while the Transcend ESD310C 2TB uses USB 3.2 Gen 2.
Which is faster, LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB or Transcend ESD310C 2TB?
The Transcend ESD310C 2TB is faster with 1,050 MB/s read speeds compared to 950 MB/s for the LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB. That's a 11% speed advantage.
Which has better value, LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB or Transcend ESD310C 2TB?
The LaCie Rugged SSD 1TB scores higher (8.6 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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