LaCie
LaCie Little Big Disk Thunderbolt 2 1TB External Solid State Drive
Best high speed storage for creative professionals.
Experience unparalleled speed and storage with this high-performance external solid-state drive. Designed for professionals, it offers rapid data transfer thanks to its advanced interface, making demanding tasks like video editing and large file management seamless. Flexibility is key, with support for various RAID configurations to optimize performance or ensure data redundancy. Its compact and durable build ensures it's a reliable companion for on-the-go workflows, providing a powerful and dependable storage solution for creative endeavors.
$1199.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2098
/ 4142
#2098 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
+127%
Above average
Capacity
1
/ TB
Who it's for
- Creative professionals demanding peak performance for large files and workflows
- Mobile content creators needing reliable, high-speed storage away from the studio
- Power users building an interconnected ecosystem of Thunderbolt peripherals
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious consumers or users with less demanding performance requirements
- Video editors or photographers managing massive raw media collections
- Users with modern USB-C/Thunderbolt 3/4 devices or older USB-only computers
Performance breakdown
Data Transfer Velocity
Thunderbolt 2 interface delivers blistering speeds for demanding professional workflows.
RAID Versatility
Flexible configuration options prioritize either maximum speed or critical data redundancy.
Portability
Compact, rugged design fits easily into any mobile creative setup.
Build Integrity
Robust enclosure provides reliable protection for sensitive data on the move.
Storage Capacity
One terabyte is sufficient for active projects but fills quickly today.
Workflow Efficiency
Seamlessly handles high-resolution video editing without stutter or lag.
Key Specs
Capacity
1TB
Interface
Thunderbolt 2
RAID Support
RAID 0/1/JBOD
Sequential Read Rate
1375MB/s
Sequential Write Rate
1180MB/s
Drive Type
SSD
Form Factor
External
Enclosure Type
Portable
Know before you buy
With sequential read speeds up to 1375MB/s and write speeds of 1180MB/s, this drive is well-suited for high-resolution video editing and managing large project files without significant latency.
RAID 0 prioritizes maximum speed by striping data across drives, while RAID 1 focuses on data security by mirroring your files for redundancy. JBOD simply treats the drives as a single large volume without speed or safety enhancements.
No, this drive uses the Thunderbolt 2 interface exclusively. Ensure your computer has a compatible Thunderbolt 2 port before purchasing, as it will not connect to standard USB-A or USB-C ports.
Yes, the drive features a robust, compact enclosure designed specifically for portability. Its solid-state architecture also makes it more resistant to physical shock compared to traditional spinning hard drives.
Yes, due to the high-performance requirements of the Thunderbolt 2 interface and the internal SSDs, this unit requires an external power supply to operate.
The drive is compatible with both operating systems, though you may need to reformat the drive depending on your specific file system requirements, such as exFAT for cross-platform compatibility.
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