4TB portable USB-C solid state drive
Crucial X10 4TB Portable SSD – CT4000X10SSD9
The Crucial X10 4TB is a compact USB-C portable solid state drive rated for up to 2,100MB/s read, with ip65 dust and water resistance protection and a 3-year limited warranty manufacturer warranty.
- Capacity
- 4TB
- Read / write
- 2,100MB/s read
- Interface
- USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s)
- Warranty
- 3-year limited warranty
Fast, durable portable storage for large digital libraries
The Crucial X10 4TB CT4000X10SSD9 provides up to 2,100MB/s read performance through a compatible 20Gb/s USB-C host. Its IP65 rating and three-metre carpeted-floor drop resistance suit users who carry large photo, video, game and backup collections between compatible systems.
Up to 2,100MB/s read
The X10 reaches its rated performance on a compatible USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gb/s host.
4TB rated capacity
This black 4TB model provides portable room for large file, photo, video and game collections.
IP65 protection
The enclosure is rated against dust and water jets but should not be submerged.
Three-metre drop rating
Crucial rates the X10 for drops up to three metres on a carpeted floor.
Broad listed platforms
The official flyer lists Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPad and PC support, subject to host and formatting requirements.
Micron-engineered storage
The X10 is engineered and tested by Micron for portable consumer-storage use.
Who is the Crucial X10 4TB best for?
A strong choice for
- Large portable photo and video libraries
- PC game storage on compatible hosts
- Fast local backups
- Travel where IP65 protection is valuable
- Users with USB 20Gb/s Type-C systems
Consider another model if you need
- Your host is limited to 10Gb/s USB
- You need a published fixed write speed
- You need password protection or hardware encryption
- You require water submersion protection
Key specifications
- Model
- CT4000X10SSD9
- Capacity
- 4TB
- Sequential read
- Up to 2,100MB/s
- Sequential write
- No fixed numeric figure published
- Interface
- USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s)
- Connector
- USB Type-C
- Factory format
- Not specified in the official flyer
- Protection
- IP65 dust and water resistance
- Drop resistance
- Drop resistant up to 3 m on a carpeted floor
- Dimensions
- Not specified in the official flyer
- Warranty
- 3-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity, connection and performance
| Model | CT4000X10SSD9 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial X10 |
| Capacity | 4TB |
| Drive type | Portable solid state drive |
| Sequential read | Up to 2,100MB/s |
| Sequential write | No fixed numeric figure published |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s) |
| Connector | USB Type-C |
| Included data cable | USB Type-C to Type-C cable |
| USB-A connection | Separate adapter may be required |
Durability and physical design
| Drop resistance | Drop resistant up to 3 m on a carpeted floor |
|---|---|
| Water and dust resistance | IP65 dust and water resistance |
| Enclosure | Black portable enclosure |
| Dimensions | Not specified in the official flyer |
| Weight | Not specified in the official flyer |
| Activity light | Not specified |
| Lanyard provision | Not specified |
Format, compatibility and support
| Factory file system | Not specified in the official flyer |
|---|---|
| Listed platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPad and PC |
| Mobile requirement | Compatible mobile hosts require USB Mass Storage over OTG |
| Reformatting | Formatting and host requirements vary by platform |
| Password protection | No dedicated password feature specified |
| Encryption tools | No dedicated hardware-encryption claim published |
| Package contents | Crucial X10 Portable SSD, USB-C cable and Quick-Start Guide |
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
| Performance condition | Actual performance varies with host hardware, cable, software and workload |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and other functions |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial X10 4TB
What is the CT4000X10SSD9?
The CT4000X10SSD9 is the 4TB Crucial X10 portable USB-C SSD.
What capacity does the CT4000X10SSD9 provide?
It provides 4TB rated capacity; usable capacity is lower after formatting and other device functions.
What read speed does the CT4000X10SSD9 support?
Crucial rates the CT4000X10SSD9 for sequential reads up to 2,100MB/s on suitable host hardware.
What write speed does the CT4000X10SSD9 support?
Crucial does not publish a fixed numeric write-speed figure for the CT4000X10SSD9.
Which connection does the CT4000X10SSD9 use?
It uses USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s) through a USB Type-C connector.
Is the CT4000X10SSD9 resistant to drops?
Yes. Crucial rates it for drop resistant up to 3 m on a carpeted floor.
What environmental protection does the CT4000X10SSD9 provide?
The CT4000X10SSD9 is specified with IP65 dust and water resistance protection; it should not be submerged.
Which platforms are listed for the CT4000X10SSD9?
Crucial lists Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPad and PC. Compatibility can depend on formatting and host capability.
What comes with the CT4000X10SSD9?
The package includes crucial x10 portable ssd, usb-c cable and quick-start guide.
What warranty applies to the CT4000X10SSD9?
Crucial specifies 3-year limited warranty for the CT4000X10SSD9.
- Maximum speed requires a host and cable that support the stated USB interface.
- Compatibility can depend on host capability, operating-system support and file-system format.
- IP65 dust and water resistance does not mean the drive can be submerged.
- Actual performance and usable capacity vary with host, workload and formatting.
