Kingston XS2000
Score: 87/100
SanDisk Professional G-Drive 6TB
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Kingston XS2000 is a 1 TB portable SSD delivering up to 2,000 MB/s sequential read and write speeds, making it one of the fastest external drives available. Its ultra-compact, IP55-rated design comes at the cost of requiring a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 host and lacking built-in encryption. Ideal for creators who need burst performance on the go.
The SanDisk Professional G-Drive 6 TB delivers enterprise-grade reliability and fast USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 performance, making it a solid stationary solution for creative professionals. Its heavy aluminum chassis and occasional speed shortfalls make it unsuitable for portable or on-the-go use. Ideal for studio environments where durability and Mac integration are priorities.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 6,000 GBbest | |
2,000 MB/sbest | 250 MB/s | |
2,000 MB/sbest | 240 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.029 kgbest | 1.98 kg |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 13.5 mmbest | 63.5 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 6000 GB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 |
USB Version | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 | 3.2 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 2000 MB/s | 250 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 2000 MB/s | 240 MB/s |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.0289 kg | 1.98 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 13.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
Form Factor | portable | Desktop |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | External AC |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the XS2000 for delivering industry-leading 2,000 MB/s burst performance in an ultra-compact, IP55-rated package, making it a strong choice for creators handling 8K video and large RAW files. However, they note the DRAM-less architecture leads to write throttling once the SLC cache is exhausted, and full speeds are only reachable on rare USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports.
Retailer descriptions and limited consumer feedback echo the professional praise, emphasizing the SSD's rapid transfers and pocket-sized ruggedness for on-the-go use. No significant recurring complaints appear in the available user-focused sources.
Professional reviewers commend the G-DRIVE's enterprise-grade Ultrastar HDD, fast USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 throughput and Mac-centric features, while noting its heavy, non-portable form factor, real-world speed shortfalls and fingerprint-prone finish. They view it as a solid stationary solution for high-value media workflows but not a travel-ready device.
Everyday users praise the massive 6 TB capacity, Mac-ready Time Machine support and solid build quality, but repeatedly complain about the drive's bulk, slower-than-advertised speeds and the extra step of reformatting for Windows, as well as the fingerprint-attracting surface.
