How can I get the best performance out of the X6 drive?

While the guidance in the other two answers is pertinent, they're missing the most important pieces of the performance puzzle - which USB cable you use and what port you plug into on the computer. These two things can cut the potential performance of the drive in half, or worse! You need to use a cable rated for USB 3.2 Gen 2/SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps or better (such as the one that came with it) and plug it into a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port (or better) or a Thunderbolt 3 port (or better, recommended). If you need a longer cable, ensure you buy one rated for 10Gbps or better (I usually over-spec the cable for 20Gbps so if the cable degrades over time, it'll still support at least the10Gbps the drive wants). If you use an adaptor to convert the USB-C to USB-A, you're limiting yourself to USB 3.0 speeds (5Gbps) which is half of what the drive supports. Only do this if there is no other choice! If you plug into a USB-C port not rated for the higher speed, then you also limit yourself to 5Gbps. Again, only do this if there's no other choice...

I want to use this for just storage on a ps5 & xbox series x. will any cable that is usb c & usb a on other end work?

Not exactly, no. While any USB A to C cable will technically work, the XBox will be very unhappy with you unless your connection to this "external disk" runs at least at USB 3.0 speeds. This pretty much means your cable needs to be rated for USB 3.0 (or better) or it won't work well with your XBox (so avoid using those cheaper USB cables on the market). On my XBox Series S I bought a 2 pack of (2 foot) USB 3.1 cables for around $10 on Amazon. And when I used one of those cables with my XBox, the Xbox was happy with this SSD (and immediately offered to format the drive for storing my games). And after format, I could then move (and play) any games I wanted from this SSD (except the few games that XBox insists need the "internal" storage of the console itself).

We would like to inform you that Crucial X6 1TB Portable SSD – Up to 540MB/s – USB 3.2 – External Solid State Drive, USB-C - CT1000X6SSD9 is 100% compatible with 2.0 USB.

Is it made of soft touch plastic or regular plastic? Im asking because soft touch plastic turn sticky with time

It is made of regular hard plastic.

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D**R

Great Hard Drive

I looked at the 1 Star ratings and cannot relate to the problems some people are facing. It works well for me. Compact physical size. Doesn't have this rubbery cover that goes all yucky after a while and as far as lost data is concerned, I do not use these drives as my only storage for critical files but rather as a portable copy of data for when I am on the road. Great item. I am very happy with it.

19.07.2024

V**V

Compact, potent and inexpensive

Not the fastest SSD but good enough. Writing speed for big files around 300 MB/s. The cable could be longer.

11.09.2024

E**Y

Best Portable Storage

This is a genuine Crucial product and it works really well. It is pretty fast and it's compact size makes it very easy to carry around. The exterior is a hard plastic sort of material that seems durable and safe. I really recommend it for anyone looking for a good portable ssd!

19.10.2022

P**S

Excellent and super fast

I have not had it for very long, but so far i am very happy with it, very fast for file transfers. It warms up during usage, but it is not that hot, so I do not have any problems with it.

25.03.2022

P**D

Constant Malfunction

I have been disappointed by this product. When I connect it to my laptop it keeps going on and off as if someone was disconnecting and reconnecting it again. I am gravely unhappy and I have not been able to use this product for my needs.

22.02.2024

L**N

Ideal for PS5

Purchased this to extend storage on my PS5 and it works like a charm! Some games can be played directly off the drive.

10.07.2024

O**D

Recommended

Very good and working.

2.11.2023

S**T

It doesn’t fit with PS4 there is no type A adapter available.

The product is coming with only type C to C cable It does not work with PS4 as described . Need type C 3.2 - (A) adapter. Moreover I’m not able to contact the seller to understand what type of connector is needed to operate this device with my PS4 . So I can consider it useless device if you are getting it to your PS4 . The plus point of this product : it’s looking good shape along with prime quality device .

29.12.2022

ASIN	B08FSNKNSV
Additional Features	Portable
Best Sellers Rank	#1,809 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #12 in External Solid State Drives
Brand	Crucial
Built-In Media	Crucial X6 Portable SSD, USB 3.2 Gen-2 Type-C to Type-C USB cable (10Gb/s), Quick-Start Guide
Cache Memory Installed Size	2 TB
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Computer, Mac, Smartphone, Tablet
Connectivity Technology	USB
Connectivity technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 22,563 Reviews
Data Transfer Rate	10 Gigabits Per Second
Digital Storage Capacity	2000 GB
Digital storage capacity	2000 GB
Enclosure Material	plastic
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Global Trade Identification Number	00649528901255
Hard Disk Description	Solid State Drive
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 Inches
Hard Disk Interface	USB 3.2
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	7200 RPM
Hard disk form factor	2.5 Inches
Hard disk interface	USB 3.2
Hard-Drive Size	2 TB
Hardware Connectivity	USB 3.1 Type C
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	6.9L x 6.4W x 1.1Th centimeters
Item Type Name	Portable SSD
Item Weight	40 Grams
Manufacturer	Crucial
Media Speed	5200 Megabytes Per Second
Model Name	Crucial X6
Model Number	CT2000X6SSD9
Number of Items	1
Read Speed	800 Megabytes Per Second
Special features	Portable
Specific Uses For Product	storage
UPC	649528901255
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	3 Year Warranty

X6 2Tb Portable Ssd – Up To 540Mb/S – Usb 3.2 – External Solid State Drive, Usb-C - Ct2000X6Ssd9

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