Crucial X9 1TB
Score: 76/100
SanDisk Dragon Portable SSD 1TB
Score: 60/100Rankings
The Crucial X9 1TB Portable SSD offers 1050 MB/s speeds, IP55 durability and hardware encryption in a tiny, lightweight package, though some units suffer performance inconsistencies and limited accessories.
A budget-friendly, stylish portable SSD with decent 800 MB/s read performance and rugged rubberized design, suited for travelers and casual creators, but limited by slower write speeds and lack of water-proofing.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 1,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 800 MB/s | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 400 MB/s | |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 38 gbest | 40.82 g |
| ↓ lower better | — | 9.91 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 65 mmbest | 96.77 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 50 mm | 46.99 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 800 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 400 MB/s |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPad, Xbox, PlayStation | Windows 10+, macOS 10.13+ |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 38 g | 40.82 g |
Length (mm) | 65 mm | 96.77 mm |
Width (mm) | 50 mm | 46.99 mm |
Height (mm) | 10 mm | 9.91 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the X9 as a sweet-spot portable SSD, highlighting its compact, rugged design, NVMe-based 10 Gbps performance and encryption, while noting the absence of a Gen 2x2 interface.
Everyday users overwhelmingly rate the X9 highly, lauding its speed, pocketable size and durability, though a minority report occasional slow units and early failures.
“Blistering fast speeds-lives up to the 1050 MB/s claim”
“Lighter than my car key fob… slips into any pocket”
“Used it to run Raspberry Pi OS-faster than microSD”
Professional reviewers note that the Dragon Edition delivers solid read performance and a distinctive look at a budget-friendly price, but point out the slower, unspecified write speeds and the absence of an IP rating as drawbacks compared to higher-end rivals.
Everyday users praise the SSD's speed, portability, and eye-catching design, while complaining about the flimsy cable, slower write speeds, and lack of bundled backup tools.
