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Red rectangular portable SSD with dual USB-A and USB-C connectors on a metal body

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. SPSD/2TB 2TB portable SSD

SKU CH-XHAJ-TTNDD MPN SPSD/2TB

A portable SSD with dual USB-A and USB-C connectors, up to 1050MB/s read and 950MB/s write speeds, and a durable metal casing

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 1,050 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 950 MB/s
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-A/C
  • Form factorExternal SSD
  • Product colorRed

Capacity 2TB

  • Up to 1050MB/s read speeds for fast file transfers
  • Up to 950MB/s write speeds to move large projects quickly
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface enables high-speed data throughput
  • Dual USB-A and USB-C connectors work with laptops, desktops and mobile devices
  • Durable metal casing protects the drive during transport

What it is and who it’s for

This Kingston portable SSD provides 2TB of external storage in a compact metal enclosure. It connects through both USB Type-A and USB Type-C plugs, so it works with laptops, desktops and mobile devices without adapters. Sequential read speeds reach up to 1050MB/s and writes up to 950MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen 2. The drive suits anyone who needs fast, pocket-sized capacity for large media libraries or project files.

Who should look elsewhere

Buyers who need higher throughput than USB 3.2 Gen 2 delivers will not be satisfied by the 1050MB/s ceiling. Users who require hardware encryption, rugged IP-rated protection or a dedicated USB-C-only cable should consider other options. The single drive format also means no RAID redundancy for mission-critical backups.

The deciding specification

The interface is USB 3.2 Gen 2 with dual USB-A and USB-C connectors, limiting peak transfer rates to the quoted 1050MB/s read and 950MB/s write. If your workflow demands sustained speeds beyond that boundary, this model will become the bottleneck.

How it compares

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

Price $283.99
Pricier than about 67% of the 410 comparable items (median $202.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 311 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 1,050 MB/s
Typical for this category: the median of 157 items is 1,050 MB/s.
Price per TB $142.00 per TB
Typical for this category: the median of 310 items is $142.00 per TB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Product lineKingston Portable SSD
Model nameKingston Dual Portable SSD
Part numberSPSD/2T00
Total capacity2 TB
Product colorRed
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 1,050 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 950 MB/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-A/C
Size & build
Form factorExternal SSD
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size152 × 127 × 25 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the SPSD/2TB on a computer that only has USB-A ports?

Plug the built-in USB-A connector directly into the port; no cable or driver is required.

What part of the SPSD/2TB is most likely to wear out first?

The flash memory cells have a finite write cycle count; the metal casing and dual connectors have no moving parts.

At what speed will sustained writes settle on the SPSD/2TB?

Sequential write speeds are rated up to 950MB/s; thermal throttling may reduce throughput during long transfers.

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