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Reviews of Crucial / Micron X8 Series USB3 Type-C

Testseek.co.uk have collected 114 expert reviews of the Crucial / Micron X8 Series USB3 Type-C and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Crucial / Micron X8 Series USB3 Type-C.
Award: Most Awarded November 2019
November 2019
 
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114 Reviews
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392 Reviews
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The editors liked

  • Sturdy chassis
  • Stylish design
  • Blistering performance
  • Excellent compatibility
  • 3-year warranty
  • Good value
  • Fast
  • Robust
  • Type-A and Type-C connections
  • Low cost per GB
  • Competitive performance
  • Large write cache
  • Removable cable and USB-C to USB-A adapter included
  • Low heat output
  • Overall performance
  • Design

The editors didn't like

  • USB Type-A adaptor easy to lose
  • No included backup software
  • Needs a port some users don't have
  • No encryption
  • Slow write speed after write cache fills
  • Lacks encryption support
  • The cable is on the short side
  • Disappointing random 4K performance

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  Published: 2020-04-07, Author: Jon , review by: goodgearguide.com.au

  • Abstract:  Crucial's X8 Portable SSD (1TB as tested) is affordable, fast with everyday tasks, and sports a classy design. It feels nice in the hand and looks good emerging from your pocket. But there is a performance caveat for those who work with very large files a...

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  Published: 2019-11-12, review by: tweaktown.com

  • Abstract:  Crucial has long been a leader in SSD technology due to its connection to Micron. That said, for the longest time, the Lexar brand catered to consumers the portable flash solutions that came from the minds of Micron. With the discontinuation of Lexar and...

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  Published: 2020-04-07, Author: Jon , review by: pcworld.co.nz

  • Abstract:  Crucial's X8 Portable SSD (1TB as tested) is affordable, fast with everyday tasks, and sports a classy design. It feels nice in the hand and looks good emerging from your pocket. But there is a performance caveat for those who work with very large files a...

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  Published: 2020-02-06, Author: Darryn , review by: criticalhit.net

  • Abstract:  You don't really expect external storage to be fast. Portable storage is there for its convenience, but often they have such slow transfer speeds that using them for anything beyond the transfer of a few smaller files is a bit of a drag. Largely because o...

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  Published: 2021-11-11, review by: in.pcmag.com

  • Abstract:  If you need speedy local storage for lots of files (say, music or movies you carry around, or all those pics and videos you collect on your phone or camera), you may want to consider a portable solid-state drive (SSD) rather than a portable hard drive. O...

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  Published: 2020-12-08, Author: Chris , review by: in.pcmag.com

  • Abstract:  If you need speedy local storage for lots of files (say, music or movies you carry around, or all those pics and videos you collect on your phone or camera), you may want to consider a portable solid-state drive (SSD) rather than a portable hard drive. O...

 
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  Published: 2020-01-31, review by: in.pcmag.com

  • Pros, Small and sturdy. Stylish all-metal chassis with rubberized ends. Attractive cost per gigabyte. Solid performance. Includes a USB-C cable and USB-C-to-USB-A adapter. Compatible with a wide range of devices. Three-year warranty
  • Cons, No activity light. No backup utility. USB-A dongle less elegant than a dedicated cable
  • Bottom LineThe Crucial X8 SSD is a sturdy little beauty that offers excellent performance and plenty of storage in a tiny package at an affordable price. It's highly recommended for videophiles, gamers, and other data maniacs...

 
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  Published: 2019-12-20, Author: Peter , review by: thepcenthusiast.com

  • Crucial is known for their DDR memory modules and solid state drives. We have tested and reviewed several of Crucial's products and we generally find them reliable with a decent price tag to match. The X8 is the company's first portable SSD to hit the mar...

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  Published: 2020-06-08, Author: Fred , review by: fredzone.org

  • Et au final, c'est vraiment ça qui ressort de ces quelques semaines passées en sa compagnie.Le Crucial X8 n'est peut-être pas le SSD externe le plus résistant ou le plus rapide de sa génération, mais il brille clairement par sa polyvalence. Il peut en eff...

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  Published: 2020-06-06, review by: mrhightech.fr

  • Ce petit Crucial X8 Portable SSD 1TB nomade USB est très appréciable, sa capacité de 1Tb permet de laisser voir venir sans chercher à toujours faire de la place sur une clé USB, ce qui rend plus serein quand il faut récupérer des données sur le pouce.Sa t...

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