WD Elements SE 1TB
Score: 55/100
Crucial X9 2TB
Score: 66/100Rankings
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.
The WD Elements SE 1TB Portable SSD offers budget-friendly storage with decent 400 MB/s speeds in a tiny, lightweight case, but its outdated Micro-USB interface and lack of encryption limit its appeal for power users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 1,920 GBbest | |
400 MB/s | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
400 MB/s | 960 MB/sbest | |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 27 gbest | 32 g |
| ↓ lower better | 64.5 mmbest | 65 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 64.5 mm | 50 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 8.6 mmbest | 10 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Interface | Micro-USB 3.1 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 400 MB/s | 1050 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 400 MB/s | 960 MB/s |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Operating Systems | Windows 10+, macOS 11+ | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPadOS, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 1920 GB |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 27 g | 32 g |
Length (mm) | 64.5 mm | 65 mm |
Width (mm) | 64.5 mm | 50 mm |
Height (mm) | 8.6 mm | 10 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers appreciate the low price and solid performance for basic storage, but criticize the outdated Micro-USB port and absence of security features.
Everyday users praise the SSD's speed and portability, while noting occasional overheating and the legacy Micro-USB connector as drawbacks.
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.
“One user noted transferring large files at speeds increasing from 500 kbps to 400 MB/s over time, indicating adaptive performance.”
“Multiple users confirm success running games and programs directly from the drive.”
“Extremely compact and lightweight (0.6 lb).”
