Hello. I have SanDisk Extreme V2 1TB External SSD which was advertised as having a 1050MB/s writing speed. My motherboard has a USB-C 3.2 gen 2 port and I am using a 40 gbit/s cable so theoretically i should be getting the optimum speed or at least about that. However I am averaging about 500MB/s with occasional peaks at 700MB/s. Is there something i can do to correct this
Hi @TTT
Have you opened a Support Case? If not opened, for more information, please contact the SD Technical Support team for best assistance and troubleshooting:
https://kb.sandisk.com/app/ask
I think you may take the following factors into consideration:
1. File Size and Type: SSDs perform better with larger files. When transferring many small files, the write speed can be slower compared to transferring a few large files. Try copying a large video or game file to see if the speeds improve.
2. Check SSD Health: It’s important to monitor the health of your SSD, as wear and tear over time can affect performance. Use tools like CrystalDiskInfo (on Windows) or Smartmontools (on macOS/Linux) to check the drive’s health and remaining lifespan.
3. Free Space on SSD: SSDs tend to slow down when they’re near full capacity. To maintain optimal performance, keep around 10-20% of the drive free. This helps with wear leveling and ensures the SSD has enough space to manage data efficiently.
4.Background Processes and CPU Usage: High CPU usage from background processes can impact the speed of file transfers to the SSD. Close unnecessary applications or processes to free up system resources and improve transfer speeds.
Related tips: How to Fix Windows SSD Transfer Speed Drops to 0/Is
