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Black rectangular portable SSD with USB-C port

Crucial

Crucial X9 1TB portable SSD CT1000X9SSD9

SKU CH-QQMB-GCPRZ MPN CT1000X9SSD9

A 1 TB portable SSD with USB 3.2 Gen 2 read speeds up to 1050 MB/s, drop-proof to 7.5 ft and plug-and-play across Windows, Mac, Android, iPad, Xbox and PlayStation

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 1,050 MB/s
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2
  • Product colorBlack

Capacity 1TB

Capacity 1TB

  • Read speeds up to 1050 MB/s for fast file transfers
  • 1TB capacity stores up to 5000 photos and 15 hours of video
  • Works with Windows, Mac, Android, iPad, Xbox and PlayStation
  • Drop proof up to 7.5 feet with shock and vibration resistance
  • Compact, lightweight design with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C connectivity

Compact 1 TB external SSD

The Crucial X9 CT1000X9SSD9 is a 1 TB portable solid-state drive built around a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface. It targets laptop owners, console gamers and mobile creators who need fast external storage without a bulky enclosure. The drive works with Windows, Mac, Android, iPad, Xbox and PlayStation using the supplied USB Type-C to C cable.

Sustained transfer behaviour

Sequential reads reach up to 1050 MB/s on USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, so large video folders and game libraries move in seconds rather than minutes. The aluminium chassis dissipates heat during long copies, preventing the throttling that smaller plastic drives exhibit under continuous load. Drop protection to 7.5 feet and vibration resistance keep data intact when the drive travels in a bag.

Deciding specification

The single figure that determines suitability is the 1050 MB/s maximum sequential read speed; if your workflow demands faster throughput you will need a drive with a higher-rated interface. Buyers who need more than 1 TB of capacity should look at larger models.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Portable USB SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $123.99
Cheaper than about 72% of the 410 comparable items (median $202.99).
Total capacity 1 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 311 items is 1 TB.
Sequential read speed Up to 1,050 MB/s
Typical for this category: the median of 166 items is 1,050 MB/s.
Price per TB $123.99 per TB
Cheaper than about 61% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineX9
Model nameCT1000 × 9SSD9
Total capacity1 TB
Product colorBlack
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 1,050 MB/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2
Size & build
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size102 × 97 × 17 mm

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Questions about this item

Does the X9 get hot or noisy when transferring large files all day?

The drive has no moving parts, so it runs silently and stays cool during extended transfers.

Which cable and port do I need on my computer to reach the 1050 MBps read speed?

Use the included USB Type‑C to C cable on a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port for the rated performance.

Will the CT1000X9SSD9 work on my older laptop that only has USB 3.0 Type‑A ports?

Yes, it is backward compatible; speeds will be limited to the USB 3.0 maximum.

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