Crucial T710 4TB
Score: 89/100
Kingston SPSD
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Crucial T710 4TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD delivers top-tier random performance, low power draw, and hardware encryption in a single-sided, ultra-compact package, making it ideal for gamers, creators, and enthusiasts. While its sequential speeds are excellent, they trail the absolute fastest Gen5 drives, and the limited capacity and premium price may deter some buyers.
The Kingston Dual Portable SSD 1TB offers a groundbreaking cable-free dual-connector design with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 performance in a tiny, lightweight package. While it excels in convenience and speed, it lacks rugged protection and can throttle under prolonged heavy transfers.
| Attribute | | |
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4 GB | 1,024 GBbest | |
14,900 MB/sbest | 1,050 MB/s | |
13,800 MB/sbest | 950 MB/s | |
2,200,000 IOPSbest | — | |
2,200,000 IOPSbest | — | |
2,400 TBWbest | — | |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest | |
1,500,000 hoursbest | — |
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Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 14900 MB/s | 1050 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 13800 MB/s | 950 MB/s |
Storage(3) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 4 GB | 1024 GB |
NAND Type | TLC | 3D QLC |
Interface | PCIe Gen5 x4 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 Dual |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 7.3 g | 13 g |
Thickness (mm) | 3.15 mm | 8.6 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the T710 as a major leap over the T705, highlighting its best-in-class QD1 random performance, low power draw and effective thermal design. While it may not always top raw sequential benchmarks against Samsung's 990 Pro, its real-world responsiveness, DirectStorage optimization and 5-year warranty earn it high marks across PC Perspective, HotHardware, Dong Knows Tech, Tom's Hardware and PCMag.
Everyday users report noticeably faster game load times, smoother video editing workflows and appreciation for the single-sided form factor that fits tight builds. Common complaints revolve around throttling in poorly cooled small-form-factor rigs, confusion with firmware/encryption tools, and limited stock availability.
Professional reviewers praise the Kingston Dual Portable SSD for its innovative cable-free dual-connector design, solid metal-plastic construction and performance that closely matches USB 3.2 Gen 2 specifications. They note drawbacks such as port blocking, lack of ruggedness, and thermal throttling during extended high-throughput tasks.
Everyday users appreciate the drive's universal compatibility and lightning-fast transfers, especially for moving large media files between laptops, phones, and tablets. Common frustrations include the device's tendency to block adjacent ports, easy loss of protective caps, and heat-induced speed drops during prolonged use.
“Noticeably faster game load times and OS responsiveness”
“No throttling when paired with motherboard heatsinks or the included cooler”
“Smooth performance in Adobe Premiere and DaVinci Resolve with large media files”
