1TB USB-C portable solid-state drive
Crucial X6 1TB Portable SSD – CT1000X6SSD9
The Crucial X6 1TB Portable SSD CT1000X6SSD9 provides up to 800MB/s read performance through USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s), with a compact cable-powered design for portable files, media and backup copies.
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Performance
- 800MB/s read
- Connection
- USB Type-C
- Protection
- 2 m drop resistance
Lightweight 1TB storage for files, media and games
The Crucial X6 1TB CT1000X6SSD9 is the 800MB/s capacity variant, combining a compact 11 × 69 × 64 mm design with USB-C connectivity and two-metre carpeted-floor drop testing for compatible devices.
800MB/s sequential read
Crucial rates this exact model for reads up to 800MB/s on a suitable host.
1TB portable capacity
The selected capacity provides room for project files, photos, video, games and secondary backup copies.
USB-C connection
The included Type-C to Type-C cable connects to compatible hosts through USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s).
Two-metre drop testing
Crucial tests the X6 for drops up to two metres onto a carpeted floor, plus shock, vibration and temperature resistance.
Compact enclosure
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3-year limited warranty
Crucial specifies a 3-year limited warranty for this portable SSD.
Who is the Crucial X6 1TB Portable SSD best for?
A strong choice for
- Portable photo and document libraries
- Offline media collections
- Moving files between compatible USB-C devices
- Adding storage to listed compatible consoles
- Users prioritising a light, pocket-sized drive
Consider another model if you need
- You need more than 800MB/s published read performance
- You require a fixed numeric write-speed figure
- You need an IP water-and-dust rating
- Your host only provides USB Type-A without an adapter
Key specifications
- Model
- CT1000X6SSD9
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Product type
- Portable SSD
- Interface
- USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s)
- Connector
- USB Type-C
- Sequential read
- Up to 800MB/s
- Sequential write
- Not specified
- Dimensions
- 11 × 69 × 64 mm
- Weight
- As light as 40 g
- Protection
- 2 m drop resistance
- Drop resistance
- Up to 2 m on a carpeted floor
- Security
- Compatible with host tools such as BitLocker and FileVault
- Warranty
- 3-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity, connection and performance
| Model | CT1000X6SSD9 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial X6 |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Product type | External portable SSD |
| Host connector | USB Type-C |
| Interface | USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s) |
| Sequential read | Up to 800MB/s |
| Sequential write | Not specified |
| Cable power | Bus powered |
Physical design and durability
| Dimensions | 11 × 69 × 64 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | As light as 40 g |
| Enclosure | Compact portable enclosure |
| Dust and water rating | No IP rating published |
| Drop resistance | Up to 2 m on a carpeted floor |
| Shock and vibration | Shock, vibration and extreme-temperature resistance stated |
| Lanyard hole | Not specified |
| Activity light | Not specified |
| USB Type-A adapter | Available separately |
Compatibility, security and support
| Listed platforms | Windows, macOS, Android, iPad Pro, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One are listed |
|---|---|
| Default file system | Not specified |
| Formatting note | Operating-system updates or reformatting may be required |
| Security | Compatible with host tools such as BitLocker and FileVault |
| Included cable | USB Type-C to Type-C cable (10Gb/s) |
| Included guide | Quick-Start Guide |
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
| Performance condition | Actual speed varies by host, cable, workload and test conditions |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting |
| Compatibility condition | Depends on device formatting and host capabilities |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial X6 1TB Portable SSD
What is the CT1000X6SSD9?
The CT1000X6SSD9 is the 1TB Crucial X6 USB-C portable SSD.
What read speed does the CT1000X6SSD9 support?
Crucial rates it for sequential reads up to 800MB/s on a suitable host.
What write speed does the CT1000X6SSD9 support?
Crucial does not publish a fixed numeric write-speed figure for this model in the referenced product material.
Which connector does the CT1000X6SSD9 use?
It uses USB Type-C and includes a Type-C to Type-C cable.
What host interface is required for the CT1000X6SSD9?
A compatible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s) host is required for the intended connection and maximum performance.
How drop resistant is the CT1000X6SSD9?
Crucial specifies up to 2 m on a carpeted floor.
Is the CT1000X6SSD9 water and dust resistant?
No IP water-and-dust rating is published for this model.
Which platforms are listed for the CT1000X6SSD9?
Windows, macOS, Android, iPad Pro, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One are listed, subject to host and formatting requirements.
What comes with the CT1000X6SSD9?
The package includes the Crucial X6 Portable SSD, usb type-c to type-c cable (10gb/s) and a Quick-Start Guide.
What warranty applies to the CT1000X6SSD9?
Crucial specifies a 3-year limited warranty.
- The exact 1TB X6 is rated up to 800MB/s read; 540MB/s applies to the 500GB model.
- No fixed numeric write speed or IP rating is published.
- A USB Type-A adapter is available separately.
- Compatibility and performance depend on host capability and formatting.
