Kingston XS1000 1TB External SSD

The Kingston XS1000 1 TB External SSD is a sleek, high-performance portable drive designed for everyday content creators and professionals. It utilizes a USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) interface to deliver impressive up to 1,050 MB/s read and 1,000 MB/s write speeds, making it excellent for fast file transfers and backups. Measuring a compact 69.5 × 32.6 × 13.5 mm and weighing just 28.7 g, it fits easily in a pocket or bag . The drive features a minimalist metal-and-plastic casing with an LED activity indicator and comes with a USB-C to USB-A cable . While its high initial transfer speeds are excellent for everyday use, sustained writes may dip to 100–200 MB/s once the cache fills—making it less ideal for extremely large single-file transfers. Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS, the XS1000 is backed by a 5-year warranty, offering great value in a pocket-sized package

USB 3.2 Gen 2 High‑Speed Performance

The XS1000 achieves read speeds up to 1,050 MB/s and write speeds around 1,000 MB/s when connected to a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface. In real-world testing, it maintains roughly 890–950 MB/s read and 820–900 MB/s write speeds on 48 GB file transfers—delivering excellent performance for daily backups, media storage, and game libraries.

Ultra-Compact and Lightweight Design

With dimensions of just 69.5 × 32.6 × 13.5 mm and weighing only 28.7 g, the XS1000 is one of the most portable SSDs available. Its sleek metal-and-plastic enclosure slips easily into a pocket or bag, making it one of the most convenient options for on‑the‑go storage.

Excellent Value with Long Warranty

Priced competitively below many other 10 Gbps SSDs (around $65 for 1 TB and $110 for 2 TB at launch), the XS1000 offers impressive performance at a budget tier. It also comes backed by a 5‑year limited warranty and free technical support, making it a very solid choice for everyday users looking to maximize value.

What’s in the Box

• Kingston XS1000 1TB External SSD
• User Manual