1TB USB-C portable solid-state drive
Crucial X9 1TB Portable SSD – CT1000X9SSD9
The Crucial X9 1TB Portable SSD CT1000X9SSD9 provides up to 1,050MB/s read performance through USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s), with a compact cable-powered design for portable files, media and backup copies.
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Performance
- 1,050MB/s read
- Connection
- USB Type-C
- Protection
- 2 m drop resistance
Dependable portable storage for everyday files and backups
The Crucial X9 1TB CT1000X9SSD9 combines up to 1,050MB/s read speed with a 65 × 50 mm portable enclosure, USB-C connection and two-metre carpeted-floor drop rating for compatible computers, tablets, phones and consoles.
1,050MB/s sequential read
Crucial rates this exact model for reads up to 1,050MB/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 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s).
Two-metre drop rating
Crucial specifies protection from drops up to two metres onto a carpeted floor without impact to stored data.
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 X9 1TB Portable SSD best for?
A strong choice for
- Portable photo and video libraries
- Everyday backup copies
- Moving files between compatible USB-C devices
- Adding storage to compatible consoles
- Users wanting a compact 1TB drive
Consider another model if you need
- You require a published numeric write-speed figure
- You need an IP water-and-dust rating
- Your host only has USB Type-A and you do not have an adapter
- You need drive-level hardware encryption
Key specifications
- Model
- CT1000X9SSD9
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Product type
- Portable SSD
- Interface
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s)
- Connector
- USB Type-C
- Sequential read
- Up to 1,050MB/s
- Sequential write
- Not specified
- Dimensions
- 65 × 50 mm enclosure
- Weight
- Not specified
- Protection
- 2 m drop resistance
- Drop resistance
- Up to 2 m on a carpeted floor
- Security
- Works with host backup and encryption tools; no drive-level hardware encryption specified
- Warranty
- 3-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity, connection and performance
| Model | CT1000X9SSD9 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial X9 |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Product type | External portable SSD |
| Host connector | USB Type-C |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s) |
| Sequential read | Up to 1,050MB/s |
| Sequential write | Not specified |
| Cable power | Bus powered |
Physical design and durability
| Dimensions | 65 × 50 mm enclosure |
|---|---|
| Weight | Not specified |
| Enclosure | Polycarbonate, integrated lanyard hole |
| 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 | Integrated |
| Activity light | Not specified |
| USB Type-A adapter | Available separately |
Compatibility, security and support
| Listed platforms | Windows, macOS, Android, iPad, Xbox and PlayStation are listed |
|---|---|
| Default file system | exFAT |
| Formatting note | Operating-system updates or reformatting may be required |
| Security | Works with host backup and encryption tools; no drive-level hardware encryption specified |
| 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 X9 1TB Portable SSD
What is the CT1000X9SSD9?
The CT1000X9SSD9 is the 1TB Crucial X9 USB-C portable SSD.
What read speed does the CT1000X9SSD9 support?
Crucial rates it for sequential reads up to 1,050MB/s on a suitable host.
What write speed does the CT1000X9SSD9 support?
Crucial does not publish a fixed numeric write-speed figure for this model in the referenced product material.
Which connector does the CT1000X9SSD9 use?
It uses USB Type-C and includes a Type-C to Type-C cable.
What host interface is required for the CT1000X9SSD9?
A compatible USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gb/s) host is required for the intended connection and maximum performance.
How drop resistant is the CT1000X9SSD9?
Crucial specifies up to 2 m on a carpeted floor.
Is the CT1000X9SSD9 water and dust resistant?
No IP water-and-dust rating is published for this model.
Which platforms are listed for the CT1000X9SSD9?
Windows, macOS, Android, iPad, Xbox and PlayStation are listed, subject to host and formatting requirements.
What comes with the CT1000X9SSD9?
The package includes the Crucial X9 Portable SSD, usb type-c to type-c cable (10gb/s) and a Quick-Start Guide.
What warranty applies to the CT1000X9SSD9?
Crucial specifies a 3-year limited warranty.
- No fixed numeric write speed or IP rating is published for the X9.
- A USB Type-A adapter is available separately.
- Compatibility depends on host capabilities, operating-system support and formatting.
- Actual performance and usable capacity vary by host and formatting.
