Crucial X10 Pro 4TB
Score: 95/100
OWC OWCENVPK04
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Crucial X10 Pro 4TB Portable SSD delivers up to 2100/2000 MB/s via USB-C 20 Gbps, IP55 ruggedness and 256-bit AES encryption, but its performance is limited by the need for a Gen 2x2 port and some users report early failures.
The OWC Envoy Pro Elektron 4 TB delivers near-internal SSD speeds in a rugged, IP67-rated aluminum enclosure while remaining lightweight and bus-powered. It's bootable and cross-platform but lacks a protective case and hardware encryption.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4,000 GBbest | 4,000 GBbest | |
2,100 MB/sbest | 1,011 MB/s | |
2,000 MB/sbest | 1,011 MB/s | |
5 yearsbest | 3 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 42 gbest | 85 g |
| ↓ lower better | — | 12 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 65 mmbest | 76 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 50 mmbest | 52 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (USB-C) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 2100 MB/s | 1011 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 2000 MB/s | 1011 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 5 years | 3 years |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | true | false |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Operating Systems | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iPadOS, Xbox, PlayStation, ChromeOS | macOS 10.12–14.x, Windows 10/11, Linux, Chrome OS, iPadOS 13+, Android 13+ |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | bus-powered |
Build & Design(5) | ||
Weight (g) | 42 g | 85 g |
Length (mm) | 65 mm | 76 mm |
Width (mm) | 50 mm | 52 mm |
Height (mm) | 10 mm | 12 mm |
IP Rating | IP55 | IP67 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the X10 Pro for its blistering sequential speeds, pocket-size form factor and rugged IP55 construction, but caution that the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface is increasingly obsolete and note reliability concerns.
Everyday users are split: many love the drive's speed, tiny size and encryption, while a sizable minority report early failures and frustration with limited speeds on Apple devices.
Professional reviewers praise its high speed, robust aluminum construction and IP67 rating, noting it as a top choice for 4K video work despite a higher price and missing hardware encryption.
Everyday users love the speed and durability, especially in field conditions, but complain about the missing protective pouch and the always-on LED brightness.
“Incredibly fast and small - perfect for travel.”
“No issues with editing 4K video directly from the drive.”
“Multiple users report drive failures within a year.”
