Crucial X9 2TB
Score: 66/100
SanDisk Dragon Portable SSD 1TB
Score: 60/100Rankings
The Crucial X9 2TB Portable SSD offers up to 1050 MB/s read speeds via USB-C 10 Gbps, a lightweight 32 g design and shock resistance, but lacks water/dust protection and hardware encryption.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
1,920 GBbest | 1,000 GB | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 800 MB/s | |
960 MB/sbest | 400 MB/s | |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 32 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) | 960 MB/s | 400 MB/s |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPadOS, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 | Windows 10+, macOS 10.13+ |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1920 GB | 1000 GB |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 32 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, led by PC Gamer's 84/100 score, praise the X9 for its strong read performance, compact design, and excellent price-to-speed ratio, while noting the lack of USB4, IP protection, and hardware encryption.
Everyday buyers rate the X9 between 4.5 and 5 stars, highlighting its speed, portability, and ease of use, with occasional complaints about performance drops and lack of water/dust resistance.
“Lightning-fast transfers”
“games aren't performing great anymore”
“Fast and easy to use”
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.
