Intenso TX100 2TB External SSD, USB-C, Blue/Grey

With 2000 GB on board, the TX100 has space for large photo libraries, home videos, music collections, project folders and full system backups. Instead of juggling several small drives or constantly deleting old files, you can keep everything in one place. That much capacity is especially handy if your laptop has a small internal drive and you need somewhere reliable to offload bulky media without running out of room halfway through a job.

Solid-state storage has no moving parts, and the TX100 reads data at up to 500 MB/s. Opening large folders, browsing photo archives and copying files to your computer feels much snappier than with a traditional spinning hard drive. The manufacturer does not list a write speed, but for pulling files off the drive, the read figure tells you what to expect when you plug it in and get working.

The drive uses a USB Type-C connector, the reversible port found on many current laptops and desktops, so there's no fumbling to find the right way round. It's a practical match for newer machines that have dropped older USB-A ports. Check which ports your device has before you buy, as the specifications don't say whether an adapter or a particular cable is included in the box.

The TX100 connects over USB 3.2 Gen 1, also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1. This interface has plenty of bandwidth for the drive's rated 500 MB/s read speed, so the connection won't hold back everyday transfers. It's a widely supported standard, which makes the drive easy to move between work and home computers that offer a compatible USB-C port.

At just 44 g, the TX100 is light enough to forget it's in your bag. That makes it easy to take your work between the office and home, carry holiday photos on a trip, or bring a presentation and its media files to a meeting. The blue and grey finish gives it a clean, understated look. The manufacturer does not list shock or water resistance ratings, so treat it with normal care.

A 2TB portable SSD covers a lot of ground. Use it to back up a laptop's important folders, store an archive of RAW photos, carry a video library for editing on another machine, or free up space on your main computer. Thanks to solid-state storage and USB-C connectivity, you get quick access without the bulk of a desktop drive. The specifications do not mention built-in encryption, so use software protection for sensitive data.

This drive suits students, home users and professionals who want generous, portable storage without a heavy enclosure. It's a sensible pick for anyone with a USB-C laptop that's running short on space, photographers and hobby video makers who need somewhere to keep growing archives, and people who move files between several computers. If you want 2TB of fast, pocketable SSD storage at a good price, the TX100 covers the essentials well.