Crucial X6 1TB
Score: 34/100
Transcend 2TB External SSD
Score: 67/100Rankings
The Transcend ESD410 2TB offers flagship-class 2000 MB/s performance, rugged IPX5 and MIL-STD-810G protection, and ProRes video support, but lacks hardware encryption and is heavier than many competitors. It's a solid choice for field creators who value durability over weight.
The Crucial X6 1TB is an affordable, ultra-light portable SSD with decent everyday performance, but its QLC NAND and DRAM-less architecture prevent it from delivering the high sustained speeds some users expect.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 2,048 GBbest | |
540 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
212 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 40 gbest | 180 g |
36 months | 60 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 2048 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 540 MB/s | 2000 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 212 MB/s | 2000 MB/s |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 40 g | 180 g |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 60 months |
Power & Connectivity(2) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | USB bus |
Included Cable Type | USB-C to USB-C | USB‑C to USB‑C |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, consoles | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, PS5, Steam Deck |
Technical Specs(1) | ||
NAND Type | QLC | 3D NAND |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the X6 a serviceable, budget-friendly portable SSD that works well for everyday tasks but is hampered by its SATA-based internals and DRAM-less design, recommending PCIe-based alternatives for power users.
Consumers appreciate the X6's reliability, pocket-size convenience, and price, though many note that real-world speeds fall short of the advertised 800 MB/s and that performance drops after the cache is exhausted.
Professional reviewers view the ESD410 as a premium portable SSD that matches flagship competitors in speed while adding niche ProRes video support and military-grade durability, though they note the lack of hardware encryption as a drawback.
Customers praise the blazing-fast transfers, rugged build and ability to record ProRes directly, while recurring complaints focus on missing hardware encryption, the absence of a bundled cable and the heavier chassis.
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“perfect for travel”
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