The SanDisk G-Drive presents itself as a traditional external hard drive that bets on mass storage over speed. With capacities ranging from 6 TB to 26 TB, it covers both the user saving family photos and the creative professional accumulating projects. After several months with the 24 TB model, the balance is positive: it is reliable, robust, and gets the job done without drawing attention.
Technical performance: 280 MB/s that don't lie ⚙️
Don't expect miracles from a mechanical hard drive. Transfer speeds remain stable at around 280 MB/s for both reading and writing, placing it in the average of the segment. The aluminum chassis and rugged design make it suitable for demanding work environments. The USB-C connection facilitates compatibility with modern equipment, although it doesn't reach SSD figures. For massive backups or media libraries, it fulfills its function without a hitch.
The tortoise that won the storage race 🐢
If you're looking for speed, this drive is not for you. But if what you want is to store 24 TB of data without the drive complaining every time you plug it in, here's your new best friend. That said, don't try to copy a movie while you make coffee: you'll have plenty of time for it to cool down. At least, when you're done, you'll know your files are safe. And that, in this world of volatile data, is already a triumph.