Crucial X6 1TB Portable SSD – Up to 800MB/s, USB 3.2 – External Solid State Drive for PC, Mac, PS5, Xbox – CT1000X6SSD9

I got my previous portable storage solution, the platter-based HDD WD My Passport Ultra in 2TB capacity, back in mid-2015. It's held up for almost eight years and I've been very proud of it. Recently it started to click, most likely meaning that it is on its way out. I take that to mean that the read-write head is striking the inside of the case on occasion. It actually happens maybe only once every two or three minutes when it's idle. So, maybe it's not that bad. And I could retire it to use as an only-occasionally backup drive - when I was copying and moving content from it to the new drive so it could be more easily accessible, the clicking did not occur nearly as often, so maybe I was worried for not much. Which is, fortunately, not an issue at all with the new SSD that I got just recently: Crucial X6! Same capacity, taking up the same position on my desk, but incredibly small - and no moving parts to wear out! YAY! Though of course I don't know for sure, I imagine that the inside is a small form-factor M.2 drive flanked with heat spreaders - the only other option is that the drive takes up the entire space inside the case. Either way, the drive is awesome and performs quite quickly for any number of applications. Much more quickly than the old magnetic drive, that's for sure. A weird thing is that it does not like CrystalDiskMark - creating its test file and then the speed test on it, well, takes a lot longer than I thought it would, whether I keep it on the default of 1 GB or go down to 128 MB. This makes this program unreliable for speed tests in my configuration - if I did not stop the test and let it show the speed that it determined, it would likely be much slower than the actual drive’s speed. Speaking of my configuration: my computer does not have a USBC port on it natively, and this drive only has a USBC port on it, most likely to save on space and keep the drive as miniscule as it possibly can be. Thus, I had to get a USBC to USBA adapter cable, which I had gotten before for use with another drive. As far as I can tell, without being able to use a benchmark program as previously stated, the functionality and speed is fine with this SUNGUY brand cable. And the cable is fairly snazzy as well as you can see, its nylon-esque cover being braided! Back at its inception two years ago, this drive was incredibly expensive at $285, and it was only available in 1 and 2 TB variants - now there's a 4 terabyte variant which I may get sometime. I was able to get this 2 TB variant for $110 and I am very happy about that. In retrospect, it might have been a bit better to be a bit more circumspect about my purchase and spend the extra $20 on the X8, which comes with its own USBA adapter and is apparently faster? (limited by the USBA connection, of course) But that's all right - this will do for me for now, and I'm sure that somewhere down the line I will get the X8 as well, and repurpose this drive for maybe an extra storage device for my Xbox One - or the other way around. Goodness knows it's slow enough with its magnetic drive built in. So yeah. get this drive if you want a little extra capacity and you're able to find a good spot for it to sit on your desk. Since it is so lightweight and small and thus likely to get lost if you don't secure it, I do highly recommend getting cable clips like those little adhesive/silicone ones that can grab onto cables and hold things securely in place - the ones I got have the brand names of OHill, ChefBee and ONME (yeah, I have lots of cables that need securing! ) and are sold here on Amazon for around $10, and come in both white and black (ONME had some Browns in their collection as you can see, but they stopped selling them over the past two years). Do some shopping as your needs entail 🙂 Take care, awesome fellow computer people, and happy storing!

Fantastically small. Fits in the palm of your hand. Much faster than a traditional hard drive. But.. Mac support is not at the same level as PC support. There is software available to tweak the drive for a PC but not available for the Mac. To be honest I played with the PC software and there's nothing there I really need but only offering it for one operating system seems kind of backwards. Also within a day of getting it my Mac would not recognize it and the solution from their website was to reformat the drive through Mac tools. The issue was I already had information on the drive. Luckily I have access to a PC and spent quite some time trying to find enough storage for the two terabytes of data I had on the drive. Since then I have had no issues with it but I've yet to toss my old hard drive as I'm not fully trusting this thing. One suggestion would be to include a shorter usb-c cable. The one that came with it is short but if you pick up the laptop it's still long enough that the drive dangles below and I bumped it on a couple things. A 3-in cable would be perfect.

If you want a super fast external SSD, this isn't it. If you want a decent speed external SSD that is stupid easy to travel with at an insanely low price, this IS it. It's so light I think my 3' braided USB 3.2 to USB-C cable may outweigh it. You can put it in your pocket and forget it's there, because the weight isn't noticeable. I put 267 GB of data on it and it didn't take that long. I didn't time it, but I was impressed. I had bought a new AIO computer to replace my old computer with a 1TB HDD, but my new one had a 256GB NVMe SSD, so I needed more room. I got this as a solution because I access that data rarely, but often enough. IT JUST WORKS for that application. And I can take it on the road with my new laptop, so BONUS. I've been doing I.T. for 32 years, and this is a great little bit of kit.

Excelente producto

Item - Crucial X6 1TB Portable SSD – Up to 540MB/s – USB 3.2 – External Solid State Drive, USB-C - CT1000X6SSD9 Price paid w/Prime- $79.99 + tax on 10/23/21 Yes is the answer if you're wondering the question of whether it works with Series S! BUT- it will not work out of the box, you need to get a USBC to USB cable or else it will only be able to be used for media and will NOT be able to be formatted for game storage & playability. A dongle or adapter did NOT work for me. The cable did. Unfortunately it only comes with a USBC to USBC cable. Fortunately I had one laying around after dropping several F-Bombs due to confusion thinking it was plug and play for my XBOX Series S. I accept fault because the (in the box) section states it has a USBC to USBC cable but some obvious info listed somewhere would have been nice. Performance: Overall better than I expected I can play games from the drive and still use quick resume with non optimized Series S/X games which was a surprise to me due to reading otherwise with non Microsoft brand storage devices. I played Arkham Knight and Need For Speed online and went back and forth with quick resume and had zero issues. Cool. Price: Looks like $79.99 was a great deal since it now sits at $119.70 w/Prime but $119 still seems decent to me. At this price I would probably try to spend more time shopping around though but I guess I got lucky. Cons: 1.) (Not a problem for me) The write speed slacking off after 20% filled capacity spoken about in others reviews seems accurate to me after using it. I intentionally filed it past 20% to see how it would perform while playing before this review. Results - Started transfer at 16% capacity with 60ish gig Forza 4. Once the Crucial got past around 20% capacity , the transfer from the internal drive to the Crucial slowed down a bit. Transfer countdown went from 1 min+ to 2 min+ and kept bouncing around and ultimately took around 7 min total to transfer the game. The most important part to me though was gaming was not effected once it past 20% only write speed so for my usage it does not matter but if write speed is extremely important to you, maybe look for something better but even if I was using this on a computer and needed to transfer 60+ gigs and it took the same time as the game did, I would have no problems with that at all. Con 2.) Lack of updated info on gaming compatibilities. I seen an article on their page which discussed compatibility with an Xbox One but nothing on the Series S, a keyword search shows nothing. IMO, there should be some info from the company in this listing or on this site that in order to use this with the Series S you will need to have or buy a USBC to USB cable. Summary: I feel I got a great bang for my buck and I'm happy it will allow gameplay and quick resume. If it didn't have the slow down after 20% filed capacity and it was clear somewhere in the listing or on their site it would be a 5 star product for me. It's still a 4 star for me so I'm happy. The size is great too. Hope this helped you avoid some confusion or understand better what you're looking at!

I got the 2TB version of this SSD for use as external storage for my XBox. However, since the XBox only has USB A ports, I couldn't use the cable (which expects a USB C port) supplied with this SSD. No problem, for around $10 I just bought a 2 pack of USB 3.1 (A to C) cables, and used one of those (separately bought) cables with my XBox and this SSD. And when I plugged this SSD into my XBox (via the new cable) the XBox immediately saw this SSD as "external storage" and offered to let me format it for storing games. And after format, I was able to move all the games I wanted to this new SSD (and even tested playing some of them directly from this SSD). And the really good news is that this SSD seems to be only slightly slower than the builtin "internal" storage of the console itself, and much faster than the speed of my external hard disk. And while some XBox games will only run from the "internal storage" of the console itself, most XBox games are happy to run from external storage (such as this SSD). As a result, the games I play that require "internal storage" get put on my console's limited internal space, but I can put other games I'm playing on this external SSD. This arrangement gives me a lot more storage space for games, while still only having a minimal increase on game loading times.

This is a great price for this size of m2.0. It comes with a cord, It is small and able to fit in a pocket, It has a shock proof shell It is water/coffee proof And When opening for the first time this drive comes with a small re-writting program. Nothing could be better save the drive sive being labeled as the correct storage rate size. Labeled as a 1tb this is actually a 960gb due to drive access write functions at base level code (cannot be removed) or changed unless complete chip re-write is done, the drive remains the same 960gb storage cap.

ENG: Incredible Speed and Impressive Portability - X6 2TB Portable SSD I recently acquired the X6 2TB Portable SSD, and it has exceeded my expectations in every aspect. This external solid-state drive is a powerhouse, offering fast speeds and exceptional portability. Speed and Performance: The read and write speeds of up to 800MB/s on the X6 are outstanding. Whether transferring large files, editing high-resolution videos, or running demanding applications, this SSD handles it all with impressive speed and efficiency. Compact and Portable: The compact design of the X6 makes it incredibly portable without compromising storage capacity. It's sleek, lightweight, and easily fits into my pockets. Versatile Connectivity: The inclusion of USB 3.2 and USB-C ensures compatibility with both PC and Mac devices. The versatility of connectivity options is a significant advantage, allowing me to seamlessly use the X6 across various devices without complications. Reliable Build Quality: The build quality is top-notch, with a robust, sturdy, and durable exterior. I consider it a highly reliable choice for data storage needs. User-Friendly Experience: Setting up and using the X6 is straightforward. It's plug-and-play, without complicated installation processes. In conclusion, the X6 2TB Portable SSD is an excellent choice for storage and portability. It's an investment worth making, and I highly recommend it for anyone in need of a reliable and high-speed external solid-state drive. ESP: Velocidad Increíble y Portabilidad Impresionante - X6 2TB Portable SSD Recientemente compré el X6 2TB Portable SSD, y ha superado mis expectativas en todos los aspectos. Este disco duro externo de estado sólido es un muy potente, ofreciendo velocidades rápidas y una portabilidad excepcional. Velocidad y Rendimiento: Las velocidades de lectura y escritura de hasta 800MB/s del X6 son excelentes. Ya sea transfiriendo archivos grandes, editando videos de alta resolución o ejecutando aplicaciones exigentes, este SSD lo maneja todo con velocidad y eficiencia impresionantes. Compacto y Portátil: El diseño compacto del X6 lo hace increíblemente portátil sin comprometer la capacidad de almacenamiento. Es elegante, liviano y cabe fácilmente en mis bolsillos. Conectividad Versátil: La inclusión de USB 3.2 y USB-C garantiza la compatibilidad con dispositivos PC y Mac. La versatilidad de las opciones de conectividad es una gran ventaja, permitiéndome usar el X6 de manera fluida en varios dispositivos sin complicaciones. Calidad de Construcción Confiable: La calidad de construcción es de primera categoría, con un exterior robusto, resistente y duradero. Lo considero una elección muy confiable para las necesidades de almacenamiento de datos. Experiencia Amigable para el Usuario: Configurar y usar el X6 es mus sencillo. Es enchufar y listo, sin procesos de instalación complicados. En conclusión, el X6 2TB Portable SSD es una excelente opción para almacenamiento y portabilidad. Es una inversión que vale la pena, y lo recomiendo mucho para cualquiera que necesite un disco duro de estado sólido externo confiable y de alta velocidad.

📦 Présentation & Caractéristiques – ★★★★☆ (4,5/5) Le Crucial X6 1To est un SSD portable ultra-compact mesurant seulement 11 x 69 x 64 mm pour un poids de 42 g. Il offre une vitesse de lecture séquentielle allant jusqu'à 800 Mo/s, bien que des tests indépendants aient mesuré des vitesses réelles autour de 540 Mo/s . Le boîtier en plastique noir est sobre, et le disque est alimenté via USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2).​ ⚡ Performances & Compatibilité – ★★★★☆ (4/5) Le Crucial X6 utilise une interface SATA via un pont USB 3.2 Gen 2, ce qui limite ses performances par rapport aux SSD NVMe comme le Crucial X8. Cependant, il reste largement suffisant pour des transferts de fichiers, des sauvegardes ou du stockage de jeux sur PC, Mac, PS5, Xbox ou Android. Il est compatible avec les ports USB-C et USB-A (via un adaptateur non inclus).​ 🛡️ Robustesse & Fiabilité – ★★★★☆ (4/5) Malgré son boîtier en plastique, le X6 est conçu pour résister à des chutes jusqu'à 2 mètres . Il est également résistant aux chocs et aux vibrations, ce qui en fait un compagnon fiable pour les déplacements.​ 🎮 Utilisation Gaming & Multimédia – ★★★★☆ (4/5) Le Crucial X6 est adapté pour stocker des jeux ou des médias sur consoles ou PC. Bien qu'il ne permette pas de lancer des jeux PS5 directement, il est idéal pour stocker des titres PS4 ou des sauvegardes. Sa vitesse de transfert réduit significativement les temps de chargement par rapport à un disque dur traditionnel .​ 💰 Rapport Qualité/Prix – ★★★★★ (5/5) Proposé à un prix compétitif, le Crucial X6 offre un excellent rapport qualité/prix pour un SSD portable de 1To. Il est particulièrement intéressant pour ceux qui recherchent une solution de stockage rapide, compacte et abordable.​ ✅ Conclusion Le Crucial X6 1To est un SSD portable qui allie compacité, performance et prix attractif. Il convient parfaitement pour des usages quotidiens tels que les sauvegardes, le stockage de médias ou de jeux. Bien qu'il ne soit pas le plus rapide du marché, il offre une solution fiable et pratique pour ceux qui recherchent un stockage externe efficace.​

Works relatively well with little to no issues. Just a little slow as others have mentioned, but otherwise is a good affordable SSD

I looked at the 1 Star ratings and cannot relate to the problems some people are facing. It works well for me. Compact physical size. Doesn't have this rubbery cover that goes all yucky after a while and as far as lost data is concerned, I do not use these drives as my only storage for critical files but rather as a portable copy of data for when I am on the road. Great item. I am very happy with it.

Bon produit avec de très bonne performances.

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