An external SSD (Solid State Drive) is one of the few tech accessories I rely on every day. It’s a lot faster than an external hard drive, which means I can complete computer backups and move large files on and off my computer quickly.

And right now, this fast and affordable 1TB Crucial X9 portable SSD is a solid pick because it’s on sale for 29 percent off on Amazon, bringing its price down to just $65 (from its original price tag of $92). That’s only $2 more than its all-time best price, so this is a real deal.

Samsung T7 Portable 1TB SSD is currently on sale at Amazon for $97.84 for a savings of 39% off. When you're without an SSD, backing up your computer can be one of those tasks like renewing antivirus or paying taxes.