Name: Crucial X10 8TB
Brand: Crucial
SKU: B0F336NLC7
Price: 840.65 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (1810 reviews)

Expert Review Analysis

The Crucial X10 8TB portable SSD is the world’s smallest 8 TB drive, offering ultra‑compact size, high peak speeds up to 2 GB/s on compatible hosts, and rugged IP65‑rated durability, making it ideal for creators and travelers.

✓ Best for: Content creators, photographers, videographers, travelers, and gamers who need massive portable storage without bulk—ideal for field shoots, multi‑device backups, and editing large 4K video libraries directly from the drive.✗ Not ideal for: Users without a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gbps) host, those who prioritize sustained raw transfer speeds over portability, or anyone relying heavily on macOS/Thunderbolt where speed is capped at 10 Gbps.

Pros

✓Extremely compact and lightweight design delivers 8 TB of storage in a pocket‑sized 2.5 × 1.9 × 0.3 in chassis.
✓Peak sequential read speeds up to 2100 MB/s and writes near 2000 MB/s on compatible USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 hosts.
✓IP65‑rated dust and water resistance combined with 3 m (9.8 ft) drop protection ensures rugged field use.

Price History

Current

$840.65

Average

$599.05

Lowest

$384.99

Highest

$841.26

Price trend (90d):+5.8%

Best Seller Rank History

Now#7Best#2Worst#435 +299

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Specifications

Accessories

Included AccessoriesUSB-C to USB-C cable, quick start guide

Connectivity

InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gbps) USB-C Gbps

CompatibilityWindows, Mac, Linux, Android, iPad, Chromebook, PS4, PS5, Xbox

Design

Height9.9 mm mm

Width64.8 mm mm

Depth49.8 mm mm

Weight32 g g

IP RatingIP65

Features

Encryption256-bit AES hardware

General

BrandCrucial

ModelCT8000X10SSD9-02

ColorBlue

Release Date2025-05-20

Warranty3 years

Performance

Sequential Read Speed2100 MB/s MB/s

Sequential Write Speed2000 MB/s MB/s

Sustained Read Speed907 MB/s MB/s

Sustained Write Speed960 MB/s MB/s

Software

Included SoftwareMylio Photos+ (3 months), Acronis True Image (3 months)

Storage

Capacity8 TB TB

Usable Capacity7.27 TB TB

Security

Encryption256-bit AES hardware encryption

Durability

IP RatingIP65 dust and water resistance

Drop ProtectionUp to 3 m (9.8 ft) drop resistance

Dimensions & Weight

Height0.39 Inches

Width2.55 Inches

Depth1.96 Inches

Weight0.07054792384 pounds

Research Sources

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