Transcend 2TB External SSD
Score: 83/100
Crucial X10 Pro 4TB
Score: 95/100Rankings
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.
Transcend's 2 TB ESD410 combines flagship-class 2000 MB/s speeds with rugged IPX5 and MIL-STD-810G protection, targeting creators who need fast off-load and field durability. It lacks hardware encryption and a bundled cable, making it less ideal for security-focused users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GB | 4,000 GBbest | |
2,000 MB/s | 2,100 MB/sbest | |
2,000 MB/sbest | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 180 g | 42 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 12.5 mmbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 96.5 mm | 65 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 53.6 mm | 50 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (USB-C) |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 2000 MB/s | 2100 MB/s |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 4000 GB |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | Bus-powered |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 180 g | 42 g |
Length (mm) | 96.5 mm | 65 mm |
Width (mm) | 53.6 mm | 50 mm |
IP Rating | IPX5 | IP55 |
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Professional reviewers view the ESD410 as a premium portable SSD that matches flagship speeds while adding water resistance and military-grade durability, though they note the absence of hardware encryption.
Customers praise the blazing-fast transfers and ProRes recording capability, but mention the missing cable, lack of hardware encryption, and the dark-blue finish showing scratches.
“Users appreciate the blazing-fast transfer speeds, especially when moving large video files.”
“Many iPhone users praise the ability to record ProRes video directly to the drive.”
“One user mentioned the lack of a bundled USB-C to USB-C cable in the box.”
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.
