Kingston’s new XS1000 external SSD: speed and capacity in less than 29 grams

17 de October de 2023

Kingston Technology Company, Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, has announced the XS1000 external SSD, a small and incredibly modern file backup solution. The XS1000 joins the XS2000 as a new product offering in Kingston’s portfolio of external SSDs. Both drives are extremely compact, weighing less than 29 grams for true pocket-sized portability.

Kingston’s XS1000 offers read speeds of up to 1,050 MB/s1 and large capacities of up to 2 TB2, providing enough space to store countless photos, videos, and files. The drive includes a USB-C®3 to USB-A cable and is compatible with older devices to ensure optimal connectivity. As small as a keychain, the XS1000 is a reliable companion for data backups, guaranteeing continuous access to your important documents, precious memories, and media files.

“Our customers are looking for a convenient, fast, and accessible storage solution. With the addition of the XS1000, they don’t have to look any further, as we now offer more external storage options,” said Keith Schimmenti, SSD business manager at Kingston. “We designed this drive to be sleek and compact, at half the size of a standard SSD. This provides unmatched portability and makes it the best choice for those who want a combination of maximum convenience and high performance on the market.”

The XS1000 is available in 1 TB and 2 TB capacities and comes with a five-year warranty4 and free technical support.

Features and specifications of the XS1000 external SSD:

  • Maximum portability: Compact and weighing under 29 grams, this modern black SSD fits in the palm of your hand, allowing you to easily take your files anywhere.
  • Reliable file backup: Take everything with you. Transfer and store your documents, photos, and videos seamlessly.
  • Greater storage: Expand your digital library with high capacities of up to 2 TB2 to preserve life’s precious moments.
  • Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 2: Read speeds up to 1,050 MB/s1 and backward compatibility with USB 3.2 Gen 1, ensuring optimal connectivity with older devices.
  • Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2
  • Speed: Up to 1,050 MB/s read, 1,000 MB/s write
  • NAND: 3D
  • Capacities2: 1 TB, 2 TB
  • Dimensions: 69.54 x 32.58 x 13.5 mm
  • Weight: 28.7 g
  • Material: Metal + plastic
  • Operating temperature: 0°C~40°C
  • Storage temperature: -20°C~85°C
  • Warranty/Support4: Five-year warranty with free technical support
  • Compatible with5: Windows® 11, 10, macOS® (v.10.15.x +), Linux (v. 4.4.x +), Chrome OS™, Android™, iOS/iPadOS® (v.13+)
Compatibility Table
 USB 3.2 Gen 2
Windows® 11✓
Windows® 10✓
macOS (v. 10.15.x +)✓
Linux (v. 4.4.x +)✓
Chrome OS™✓
Android™✓
iOS/iPadOS® (v.13+)✓

For more information, visit kingston.com

1 Based on internal testing. Speed may vary depending on host hardware, software, and usage. Requires a host device with USB 3.2 Gen 2 for optimal speeds.

2 Part of the stated capacity of a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions, so it is not available for data storage. Therefore, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, see Kingston’s Flash Memory Guide.

3 USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.

4 Limited 5-year warranty or “SSD’s remaining life,” which can be determined using Kingston SSD Manager. A new product will show a wear indicator of one hundred (100), while a product that has reached its program erase cycle limit will show a wear value of one (1). See Kingston.com/wa for more information.

5 Compatibility with Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, iOS/iPadOS, and Android devices may vary and depends largely on host software/hardware (visit the software and hardware manufacturers’ support sites for capabilities). Android/iOS/iPadOS devices may require an additional OTG cable (not supplied by Kingston).

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About Kingston Technology Company, Inc.

From big data to laptops and PCs, including IoT-based devices like smart technology and wearables, Kingston helps manufacturers integrate solutions used for living, working, and playing. The world’s largest PC manufacturers and cloud storage companies rely on Kingston to meet their manufacturing needs, and our passion fuels the technology the world uses every day. We go beyond our products to have a broader vision, meet our customers’ needs, and deliver solutions that make a difference. For more information on how Kingston is with you, visit Kingston.com.

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