1TB USB-C portable solid-state drive
Kingston XS1000 1TB Black Portable SSD – SXS1000/1000G
The Kingston XS1000 1TB SXS1000/1000G is a pocket-sized portable SSD rated up to 1,050MB/s read and 1,000MB/s write through USB 3.2 Gen 2, with the exact black colour and included accessories identified for this SKU.
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Read / write
- 1,050 / 1,000MB/s
- Interface
- USB 3.2 Gen 2
- Weight
- 28.7 g
Fast portable storage in a pocket-sized black design
The Kingston XS1000 1TB SXS1000/1000G provides compact external storage for file transfer, backup and portable media libraries, subject to the connected device's USB performance, software and file-system support.
1,050/1,000MB/s profile
Kingston rates the XS1000 at up to 1,050MB/s read and 1,000MB/s write when connected to a suitable host.
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 host for intended performance is required for the intended transfer-speed profile.
1TB portable capacity
The exact SXS1000/1000G part number identifies the 1TB capacity; usable space is lower after formatting.
Pocket-sized design
The drive measures 69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm and weighs 28.7 g for easy everyday transport.
No published IP rating
No IP rating stated by Kingston; protect the drive from water, dust and physical damage.
5-year limited warranty
Kingston provides the stated limited warranty with free technical support, subject to SSD Life Remaining and its warranty terms.
Who is the Kingston XS1000 1TB Black portable SSD best for?
A strong choice for
- Everyday file backup and transfer
- Portable photo and video libraries
- Students and mobile professionals
- USB Type-A and Type-C host access using the included accessories
- Users wanting the 1TB original black variant
Consider another model if you need
- You need USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 performance
- You require a published IP rating
- You need a USB-C-to-C cable in the box
- Your device cannot support external USB storage
Key specifications
- Official part number
- SXS1000/1000G
- Store SKU
- SXS10001000G
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Product type
- External solid-state drive
- Interface
- USB 3.2 Gen 2
- Connection
- USB Type-C drive connector; Type-A or Type-C host connection using included accessories
- Sequential read
- Up to 1,050MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 1,000MB/s
- Dimensions
- 69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm
- Weight
- 28.7 g
- Protection
- No published IP rating
- Warranty
- 5-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity, interface and performance
| Official part number | SXS1000/1000G |
|---|---|
| Store SKU | SXS10001000G |
| Product family | Kingston XS1000 |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Drive type | External solid-state drive |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
| Drive connector | USB Type-C |
| Sequential read | Up to 1,050MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 1,000MB/s |
| NAND | 3D NAND |
Physical design, durability and package
| Colour | Black |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm |
| Weight | 28.7 g |
| Casing material | Metal and plastic |
| Ingress protection | No published IP rating |
| Protection guidance | No IP rating stated by Kingston; protect the drive from water, dust and physical damage. |
| Included cable | 12-inch USB Type-C drive-to-USB Type-A host cable |
| Included adapter | USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Storage temperature | -20°C to 85°C |
Compatibility, warranty and operating notes
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 11 and 10; macOS 10.15.x or later; Linux 4.4.x or later; Chrome OS; Android; iOS/iPadOS 13 or later |
|---|---|
| Compatibility condition | Support varies with host hardware, software, connector, file system and power capability |
| Performance requirement | USB 3.2 Gen 2 host for intended performance |
| Lower-speed hosts | Transfer performance is limited by the connected host and cable |
| Mobile-device note | An additional OTG cable may be required for some Android, iOS or iPadOS devices |
| Gaming-console note | No blanket gaming-console compatibility claim is added; check the console manufacturer's storage requirements |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Warranty limit | Five years or SSD Life Remaining, subject to Kingston's warranty terms |
| Technical support | Free technical support included |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and other system functions |
| Speed condition | Actual speed varies with host hardware, software, cable and usage |
| Product documentation | Specifications are subject to change without notice |
Frequently asked questions about the Kingston XS1000 1TB Black portable SSD
What is the SXS1000/1000G?
The SXS1000/1000G is the 1TB black Kingston XS1000 portable SSD using USB 3.2 Gen 2.
What read speed does the SXS1000/1000G support?
Kingston rates it up to 1,050MB/s read with a suitable host and cable.
What write speed does the SXS1000/1000G support?
Kingston rates it up to 1,000MB/s write with a suitable host and cable.
What interface does the SXS1000/1000G use?
It uses USB 3.2 Gen 2 through a USB Type-C drive connector.
What capacity is the SXS1000/1000G?
This exact part number is the 1TB capacity; formatted usable space is lower.
What accessories come with the SXS1000/1000G?
Kingston lists 12-inch usb type-c drive-to-usb type-a host cable and usb type-a to usb type-c adapter.
Is the SXS1000/1000G water resistant?
Kingston does not publish an IP rating for the XS1000, so it should be protected from water and dust.
Will the SXS1000/1000G reach full speed on every USB-C port?
No. USB 3.2 Gen 2 host for intended performance is required, and actual performance also depends on the host, cable, software and workload.
Which systems are listed for the SXS1000/1000G?
Kingston lists Windows 11 and 10; macOS 10.15.x or later; Linux 4.4.x or later; Chrome OS; Android; iOS/iPadOS 13 or later, with compatibility dependent on the specific host hardware and software.
What warranty applies to the SXS1000/1000G?
It carries a 5-year limited warranty, limited by five years or SSD Life Remaining under Kingston's terms.
- This exact black part number is the 1TB capacity; formatted usable capacity is lower.
- A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host is required for intended performance; slower hosts limit transfer speed.
- Kingston does not publish an IP rating for XS1000; protect it from water, dust and damage.
- The five-year warranty is also limited by SSD Life Remaining under Kingston's terms.
