Verbatim Pocket
Score: 87/100
Crucial X10 8TB
Score: 89/100Rankings
The Crucial X10 8TB Portable SSD offers massive 8 TB storage in an ultra-compact, IP65-rated chassis with peak speeds up to 2.1 GB/s. Its performance is limited on typical hosts that lack 20 Gbps USB-C, and it does not include a USB-A adapter. Ideal for creators and travelers needing high capacity on the go.
The Verbatim Pocket SSD 1TB combines a pocket-sized, fire-proof design with blazing 1000 MB/s sequential speeds and a feather-light 58 g body. Sustained write performance drops after the 256 GB cache is filled, and the price may be premium. Suited for creators and travelers demanding fast, portable SSD storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,024 GB | 8,000 GBbest | |
1,000 MB/s | 2,100 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.058 kg | 0.032 kgbest |
2 years | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 10 mm | 9.9 mmbest |
256,000 MBbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 1024 GB | 8000 GB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB-C |
USB Version | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Compatibility(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPadOS, ChromeOS, PlayStation, Xbox |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 2100 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 2000 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.058 kg | 0.032 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 10 mm | 9.9 mm |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | USB port |
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Professional reviewers appreciate the Verbatim 32190 for its pocket-sized form factor, fire-proof build, and advertised 1000 MB/s speeds, which are confirmed in real-world testing. However, they caution that the 256 GB pSLC cache quickly fills during heavy writes, causing sustained write speeds to drop to roughly 479 MB/s.
Professional reviewers applaud the X10's record-breaking compactness and rugged IP65/3 m drop build, noting its 2 GB/s peak speed potential and solid 10 Gbps performance on mainstream machines. However, they caution that full 20 Gbps throughput is rare, real-world sustained speeds are lower, and macOS/Thunderbolt systems are limited, making the advertised speed a conditional benefit.
Everyday users consistently praise the drive's tiny footprint and massive 8 TB capacity, highlighting its convenience for travel, backups, and multi-device workflows. Recurring complaints focus on speed throttling to around 1 GB/s on typical hosts, the missing USB-A adapter, and a sense that the product is overhyped when full 20 Gbps performance cannot be realized.
“the smallest 8TB drive imaginable”
“overhyped for non-20 Gbps hosts”
