CONCLUSION

   By using the same basic configuration as other USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 portable SSDs like for example the Kingston XS2000 the BLAZE SL660 was a safe bet long before it ever reached my lab. Still, you never know so it’s always good to have results that show exactly what it is you’re getting and the BLAZE SL660 is indeed a blazing fast SSD. But that’s not all since it does well in terms of both build quality (sandblasted aluminum enclosure) and looks (design, RGB LEDs) something that really can’t be said for all similar models. Of course, the BLAZE SL660 is clearly not the smallest USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 model in the market but it’s not large either and if you’d like an RGB illuminated one it’s probably the only one right now.

   At the time of my review the Lexar BLAZE SL660 1TB Gaming Portable SSD retails for USD179 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and for 185Euros inside the EU (Amazon.de) a price tag which is obviously a tad higher than other similar models. Still Lexar did use a higher quality enclosure (aluminum vs plastic in most cases) and RGB LEDs (not to mention the stand and carrying pouch) so charging more for those was to be expected. Price aside however the BLAZE SL660 delivers on everything one would want from a portable SSD and for that it deserves the Golden Award.

PROS

- Build Quality (Sandblasted Aluminum Enclosure)
- Near Excellent Performance (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2)
- RGB Lighting
- DataShield Encryption Software
- 5 Year Limited Warranty
- Bundle (Detachable Stand / Carrying Pouch)

CONS

- Motherboard Compatibility (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2)
- Price (For Some)
- Available Capacities (512GB/1TB)