The Crucial X8 1TB Portable SSD is a solid-state drive (SSD) which is a new generation of a storage device. SSDs replace traditional mechanical hard disks by using flash-based memory, which gives significantly faster speed and reliability. This unit is solid which as per the manufactures has been tested with a 7.5-foot drop and tested against extreme temperatures, shock, vibration.
Speed:
The Portable SSD is fast with read speeds up to 1050MB/s, this would mean load files up to 1.8x faster than most portable SSDs, 7.5x faster than portable hard drives, and 100x faster than USB flash drives.
The Brand:
Crucial has been around for over 40 years involved in memory and storage, I have used many of their RAM options over the last 20 years which have worked seamlessly.
Warranty:
The unit comes with a 3-year warranty.
Overall.
The unit as expected from the SSD is fast, with the cable supplied works with most USB-C and USB-A devices. This worked with an android phone easily and with speed, and transferred to a Laptop without any issues, ( This is Compatible with a wide range of devices. with Windows, Mac, iPad Pro, Chromebook, Android, Linux, PS4, and Xbox. ) The Build quality is solid and small enough to fit in a pocket if required. The speed is great to suit most gamers, and elegant enough to be used in an office. Encryption software is available as required. This is a Storage device from a trusted brand, small, fast and great compatible to give an excellent experience. Well recommended.
Available: : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crucial-CT1000X8SSD9-Portable-USB-C-Black/dp/B07YD5TK4F
Price: £160.79