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Kingston Dual Portable SSD vs Kingston XS1000

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Kingston Dual Portable SSD

2 TB · USB Type-A and Type-C · SPSD/2TB

Kingston Dual Portable SSD 2 TB in a red casing with its USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectors exposed
Full product profile Official image
Exact model & source notes

Kingston's Dual Portable SSD is a thumb-drive-shaped USB 3.2 Gen 2 SSD with both USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectors, so it needs no cable. The 2 TB version is rated up to 1,050 MB/s read and 950 MB/s write, weighs 13 g and has a 5-year limited warranty tied to Kingston's SSD Life Remaining indicator.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS
950 MB/sRated sequential write1,000 MB/s
Operating temperature0–60 °C0–40 °C
Enclosure dimensions71.85 × 21.1 × 8.6 mm69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm
3 of 7 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.
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THE CONTENDER

Kingston XS1000

2 TB · Black · SXS1000/2000G

Kingston XS1000 portable SSD in black, front view
Full product profile Official image
Exact model & source notes

Kingston's XS1000 is a pocket-sized USB 3.2 Gen 2 portable SSD, rated up to 1,050 MB/s read and 1,000 MB/s write. The 2 TB black version weighs 28.7 g in a metal and plastic case and has a 5-year limited warranty tied to Kingston's SSD Life Remaining indicator.

Specifications checked 28 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

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How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE8 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 08

Interface and version

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Kingston Dual Portable SSDUSB 3.2 Gen 2; built-in USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectors

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2 with both a USB Type-A and a USB Type-C connector on the drive; no cable is needed. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Source 1Source 2
Kingston XS1000USB 3.2 Gen 2; USB Type-C on the drive

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2; the included cable is USB Type-C at the drive end and USB Type-A at the host end, with a USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Source 1Source 2
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WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

7 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. All are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Interface and version

In Visual facts
Kingston Dual Portable SSDUSB 3.2 Gen 2; built-in USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectors
Kingston XS1000USB 3.2 Gen 2; USB Type-C on the drive
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2 with both a USB Type-A and a USB Type-C connector on the drive; no cable is needed. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2; the included cable is USB Type-C at the drive end and USB Type-A at the host end, with a USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)

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Rated performance and conditions

In Visual facts
Kingston Dual Portable SSDUp to 1,050 MB/s read; up to 950 MB/s write
Kingston XS1000Up to 1,050 MB/s read; up to 1,000 MB/s write
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage; a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)

Manufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.

Rated sequential write

In Visual facts
Kingston Dual Portable SSD950 MB/s
Kingston XS10001000 MB/s
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage; a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

Manufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.

Included cables

In Visual facts
Kingston Dual Portable SSDNone needed; integrated USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectors
Kingston XS1000USB Type-C (drive) to USB Type-A (host) cable, 12 in; USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston describes a cable-free design. For Android/iOS/iPadOS devices an additional OTG adapter, not supplied by Kingston, may be required.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston's 'Includes' list. For Android/iOS/iPadOS devices an additional OTG cable, not supplied by Kingston, may be required.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Operating temperature

In Visual facts
Kingston Dual Portable SSD0–60 °C
Kingston XS10000–40 °C
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer operating range; not a measured temperature under a particular workload.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer operating range; not a measured temperature under a particular workload.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Enclosure dimensions

In Visual facts
Kingston Dual Portable SSD71.85 × 21.1 × 8.6 mm
Kingston XS100069.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Data sheet order; Kingston does not label the axes.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

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Weight

In Visual facts
Kingston Dual Portable SSD13 g
Kingston XS100028.7 g
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer weight; Kingston does not say whether it varies by capacity.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer weight; Kingston does not say whether it varies by capacity.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Compatibility

Kingston Dual Portable SSDWindows 11, macOS 13.7.6 or later, Linux 4.4x or later, ChromeOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS 13 or later
Kingston XS1000Windows 11 and 10, macOS 10.15.x or later, Linux 4.4.x or later, ChromeOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS 13 or later
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: compatibility may vary and largely depends on the host software and hardware.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: compatibility may vary and largely depends on the host software and hardware. The UK product page also says it is compatible with the latest iOS devices, Android platforms and gaming consoles, under the same compatibility footnote.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD — official UK product page (Black and 2TB selected; colour selector maps part numbers)

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (5)

NAND type

Kingston Dual Portable SSDNot verified
Kingston XS1000Not verified
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Kingston lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type · Manufacturer specification

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Kingston lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type · Manufacturer specification

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Encryption

Kingston Dual Portable SSDNot verified
Kingston XS1000Not verified
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists no hardware encryption or password protection.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The XS1000 data sheet lists no hardware encryption or password protection.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published endurance rating (TBW)

Kingston Dual Portable SSDNot verified
Kingston XS1000Not verified
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The data sheet ties the warranty to the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator and publishes no TBW figure.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The data sheet ties the warranty to the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator and publishes no TBW figure.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Drop resistance

Kingston Dual Portable SSDNot verified
Kingston XS1000Not verified
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Kingston describes a durable metal casing but publishes no drop, water or dust rating.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The XS1000 data sheet publishes no drop, water or dust rating.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Earlier USB support

Kingston Dual Portable SSDNot verified
Kingston XS1000USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

No source recorded for this side.

Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston advertises backwards compatibility to USB 3.2 Gen 1; its rated speeds need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device ('USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device required for optimal speeds').

Kingston XS1000 external SSD — official UK product page (Black and 2TB selected; colour selector maps part numbers)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

9 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Kingston Dual Portable SSD

What it brings

What to check

  • Rated speeds need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host, and Kingston publishes no sustained-write figure or TBW rating.
    Manufacturer source
  • The data sheet lists no hardware encryption, password protection, drop rating or water/dust rating.
    Manufacturer source
  • Listed macOS support starts at macOS 13.7.6, and Android, iOS or iPadOS devices may need an OTG adapter that Kingston does not supply.
    Manufacturer source

Kingston XS1000

What it brings

  • At 69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm and 28.7 g, it is small and light for a 2 TB portable drive.
    Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
  • Kingston lists support for Windows 11 and 10, macOS 10.15.x or later, Linux 4.4.x or later, ChromeOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS 13 or later, and includes a USB-C to USB-A cable plus a USB-A to USB-C adapter.
    Manufacturer source
  • The limited warranty runs 5 years with free technical support, ending earlier only if the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator reaches its endurance limit.
    Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

  • Rated speeds need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host, and Kingston publishes no sustained-write figure.
    Manufacturer source
  • The data sheet lists no hardware encryption, password protection, drop rating or water/dust rating, and gives no TBW figure.
    Manufacturer source
  • The operating range is 0–40 °C, and Android, iOS or iPadOS devices may need an extra OTG cable that Kingston does not supply.
    Manufacturer source
COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
22 of 22 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Kingston Dual Portable SSD and Kingston XS1000
SpecificationKingston Dual Portable SSDKingston XS1000
Capacity
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Listed 2 TB capacity; Kingston notes some of it is used for formatting and other functions and is not available for data storage.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Listed capacity; Kingston notes some of it is used for formatting and other functions and is not available for data storage.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
2000 GB2000 GB
SSD / HDD
Sources
SSDSSD
Interface and versionDifferent
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2 with both a USB Type-A and a USB Type-C connector on the drive; no cable is needed. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston lists USB 3.2 Gen 2; the included cable is USB Type-C at the drive end and USB Type-A at the host end, with a USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter. Kingston does not state a link rate in Gbps on the data sheet.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
USB 3.2 Gen 2; built-in USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectorsUSB 3.2 Gen 2; USB Type-C on the drive
Form factor
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Cable-free portable SSD shaped like a thumb drive, with integrated connectors.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · External USB portable SSD in a pocket-sized enclosure.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
PortablePortable
Enclosure dimensionsDifferent
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Data sheet order; Kingston does not label the axes.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
71.85 × 21.1 × 8.6 mm69.54 × 32.58 × 13.5 mm
WeightDifferent
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer weight; Kingston does not say whether it varies by capacity.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer weight; Kingston does not say whether it varies by capacity.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
13 g28.7 g
Earlier USB support
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

No source recorded.

Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston advertises backwards compatibility to USB 3.2 Gen 1; its rated speeds need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device ('USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device required for optimal speeds').

Kingston XS1000 external SSD — official UK product page (Black and 2TB selected; colour selector maps part numbers)
Not providedUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Rated performance and conditionsDifferent
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage; a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
Up to 1,050 MB/s read; up to 950 MB/s writeUp to 1,050 MB/s read; up to 1,000 MB/s write
Rated sequential read
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage; a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
1050 MB/s1050 MB/s
Rated sequential writeDifferent
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage; a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: based on internal testing; speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. A USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device is required for optimal speeds. No sustained-write figure is published.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
950 MB/s1000 MB/s
Warranty terms and endurance if applicable
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: limited warranty based on 5 years or 'SSD Life Remaining' (a new drive shows 100; a drive at its program/erase endurance limit shows 1). See the Kingston warranty page for full terms.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: limited warranty based on 5 years or 'SSD Life Remaining' (a new drive shows 100; a drive at its program/erase endurance limit shows 1). Full terms at Kingston.com/wa.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (US, Kingston Technology Corporation)
5-year limited warranty with free technical support, or until the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator in Kingston SSD Manager reaches its endurance limit; no TBW figure stated5-year limited warranty with free technical support, or until the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator in Kingston SSD Manager reaches its endurance limit; no TBW figure stated
Limited warranty time
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Maximum time term; coverage can end earlier when the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator reaches its endurance limit. Eligibility and full terms apply.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Maximum time term; coverage can end earlier when the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator reaches its endurance limit. Eligibility and full terms apply.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
5 years5 years
Drive management software
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet names Kingston SSD Manager as the tool that shows SSD Life Remaining for the warranty.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet names Kingston SSD Manager as the tool that shows SSD Life Remaining for the warranty; check current software support for external drives.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston SSD Manager (SSD Life Remaining indicator)Kingston SSD Manager (SSD Life Remaining indicator)
Operating temperatureDifferent
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer operating range; not a measured temperature under a particular workload.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer operating range; not a measured temperature under a particular workload.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
0–60 °C0–40 °C
Storage temperature
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Non-operating range, distinct from operation.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (US)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Non-operating range, distinct from operation.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
−20–85 °C−20–85 °C
Casing material
Sources
Metal and plasticMetal and plastic
Included cablesDifferent
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston describes a cable-free design. For Android/iOS/iPadOS devices an additional OTG adapter, not supplied by Kingston, may be required.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston's 'Includes' list. For Android/iOS/iPadOS devices an additional OTG cable, not supplied by Kingston, may be required.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
None needed; integrated USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectorsUSB Type-C (drive) to USB Type-A (host) cable, 12 in; USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter
CompatibilityDifferent
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: compatibility may vary and largely depends on the host software and hardware.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Manufacturer specification · Kingston: compatibility may vary and largely depends on the host software and hardware. The UK product page also says it is compatible with the latest iOS devices, Android platforms and gaming consoles, under the same compatibility footnote.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)Kingston XS1000 external SSD — official UK product page (Black and 2TB selected; colour selector maps part numbers)
Windows 11, macOS 13.7.6 or later, Linux 4.4x or later, ChromeOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS 13 or laterWindows 11 and 10, macOS 10.15.x or later, Linux 4.4.x or later, ChromeOS, Android and iOS/iPadOS 13 or later
Show unverified (4)Not verified, not provided or conflicting for both products. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Specifications without verified values for either product
Published endurance rating (TBW)
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The data sheet ties the warranty to the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator and publishes no TBW figure.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The data sheet ties the warranty to the SSD Life Remaining wear indicator and publishes no TBW figure.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Not listed by the manufacturerNot listed by the manufacturer
NAND type
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Kingston lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type · Manufacturer specification

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Kingston lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type · Manufacturer specification

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Not listed by the manufacturerNot listed by the manufacturer
Encryption
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists no hardware encryption or password protection.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The XS1000 data sheet lists no hardware encryption or password protection.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Not listed by the manufacturerNot listed by the manufacturer
Drop resistance
Sources
Kingston Dual Portable SSD

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Kingston describes a durable metal casing but publishes no drop, water or dust rating.

Kingston Dual Portable Solid-State Drive data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Kingston XS1000

Kingston does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The XS1000 data sheet publishes no drop, water or dust rating.

Kingston XS1000 external SSD data sheet (English, Kingston Technology Europe)
Not listed by the manufacturerNot listed by the manufacturer
First product manufacturer sourceSecond product manufacturer source
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