6TB high-speed portable SSD
Crucial X10 6TB USB-C Portable SSD (CT6000X10SSD9)
The Crucial X10 6TB Portable SSD provides up to 2,100MB/s sequential read performance, IP65 dust and water resistance, drop protection to 3 metres and broad USB-C device compatibility.
- Capacity
- 6TB
- Read speed
- Up to 2,100MB/s
- Connection
- USB Type-C to Type-C
- Durability
- IP65; 3 m drop resistance
Large portable storage for files, games and creative work
The Crucial X10 6TB CT6000X10SSD9 combines high-capacity external storage with a compact USB-C connection. It is designed for storing and transferring photos, video, games, backups and project files, with the durability needed for regular travel and mobile work.
6TB portable capacity
The 6TB rated capacity provides substantial room for large media, project and game libraries.
2,100MB/s sequential read
Crucial rates the X10 for reads up to 2,100MB/s on a sufficiently capable host.
IP65 enclosure protection
The enclosure is rated for dust and water resistance under the stated IP65 test conditions.
Drop resistance to 3 metres
Crucial tests the drive for drops up to 9.8 feet or 3 metres onto a carpeted floor without impact to stored data.
USB-C device support
The included USB Type-C to Type-C cable connects the drive to compatible computers, tablets and mobile devices.
Micron-engineered storage
The X10 is engineered and tested by Micron for portable storage use.
Who is the Crucial X10 6TB Portable SSD best for?
A strong choice for
- Large photo and video libraries
- Portable project and backup storage
- Expanding a compatible PC gaming library
- Creators editing directly from a fast external drive
- Users who need more than 4TB in a portable SSD
Consider another model if you need
- Your host cannot support the required 20Gb/s connection for maximum speed
- You need a published exact write-speed number
- You need Thunderbolt-native performance on Apple hardware
- You require hardware encryption specified by the manufacturer
Key specifications
- Model
- CT6000X10SSD9
- Capacity
- 6TB
- Product type
- Portable solid-state drive
- Host interface
- USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 through USB-C
- Sequential read
- Up to 2,100MB/s
- Included cable
- USB Type-C to Type-C
- Dust/water rating
- IP65
- Drop resistance
- Up to 3 m
- Platforms
- Windows, Mac, Android, iPad, PC and Linux; other supplied hosts subject to formatting and capability
- Warranty
- 3-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity, connection and performance
| Model | CT6000X10SSD9 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial X10 |
| Capacity | 6TB |
| Product type | External portable SSD |
| Host connection | USB Type-C |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gb/s) |
| Sequential read | Up to 2,100MB/s |
| Published numeric write speed | Not specified in the verified X10 flyer |
| Maximum-speed requirement | Compatible 20Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 host |
Durability and compatibility
| Dust and water rating | IP65 |
|---|---|
| Drop resistance | Up to 9.8 ft / 3 m onto a carpeted floor |
| Windows | Compatible; formatting or updates may be required |
| macOS | Compatible; Apple hosts do not support 20Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 |
| Android | Compatible device must support USB Mass Storage over OTG |
| iPad | Compatible subject to model, formatting and host capability |
| Linux | Compatible subject to formatting and host capability |
| Gaming systems | Source lists Xbox and PlayStation; compatibility depends on host and formatting |
Box contents and support
| Included drive | Crucial X10 Portable SSD |
|---|---|
| Included cable | USB Type-C to Type-C connection |
| Included guide | Quick-Start Guide |
| Engineering | Micron engineered and tested |
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
| Warranty condition | Time or maximum published TBW, whichever occurs first |
| Usable capacity | Lower than rated capacity after formatting and system use |
| Performance condition | Varies by host, software, usage and test conditions |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial X10 6TB Portable SSD
What is the CT6000X10SSD9?
It is the 6TB Crucial X10 USB-C portable SSD.
What read speed does the CT6000X10SSD9 support?
Crucial rates it for sequential reads up to 2,100MB/s on a compatible high-performance host.
What connection does the CT6000X10SSD9 use?
It connects through USB-C using the included USB Type-C to Type-C cable.
What host is required for maximum X10 speed?
A compatible 20Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 host is required; slower interfaces limit performance.
Does the CT6000X10SSD9 publish an exact write speed?
No exact numeric write-speed figure is stated in the verified X10 product flyer.
Is the CT6000X10SSD9 dust and water resistant?
Yes. Crucial specifies an IP65 rating under the applicable test conditions.
How drop resistant is the CT6000X10SSD9?
Crucial specifies protection for drops up to 3 metres onto a carpeted floor.
Which devices work with the CT6000X10SSD9?
Crucial lists Windows, Mac, Android, iPad, PC and Linux, with compatibility dependent on formatting and host capabilities.
Can Apple devices reach the full 20Gb/s rate?
No. The supplied compatibility note states that Apple Thunderbolt and USB4 hosts are limited to 10Gb/s USB operation with this drive.
What warranty applies to the CT6000X10SSD9?
Crucial specifies a three-year limited warranty, subject to its warranty terms.
- A 20Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 host is required for maximum advertised speed.
- Apple Thunderbolt and USB4 devices do not support 20Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 and are limited to 10Gb/s USB operation.
- Compatibility can depend on device formatting, operating-system updates and host capability.
- Actual performance and usable capacity vary by host, workload and formatting.
