Kingston’s XS1000 external SSD is an incredibly convenient file backup solution. Its sleek, compact form factor is designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle, allowing you to carry it anywhere with ease. Don't let its size fool you – this tiny powerhouse boasts speeds up to 1,050MB/s* and high capacities up to 2TB**, providing ample speed and space to store your valuable data. Compatible with both USB Type-C®***** and USB Type-A devices with the included cable and adapter****** to provide unrivalled convenience and impressive storage capabilities, the XS1000 is your reliable companion for hassle-free file backup, ensuring your important documents, cherished memories, and media files are always readily accessible. Say goodbye to bulk and hello to streamlined storage efficiency with the XS1000 External SSD. Available in black or red with optional rubber sleeves sold separately.*******
Ultimate portability
Compact and weighing just under 29g, this sleek SSD is available in black or red and fits comfortably in your palm, allowing you to take your files on the go effortlessly.
Reliable file backup
Take it all with you. Transfer and store your documents, large photos and videos
without interruption.
Increased storage
Expand your digital library with high capacities of up to 2TB**. Compatible with the latest iOS devices, Android platforms and gaming consoles******.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
Achieve read/write speeds up to 1,050MB/s* with backwards compatibility to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ensuring seamless connectivity with legacy devices.
Award-winning design
Kingston’s XS1000 was awarded with the Red Dot Design Award in 2024.
Products specifications
| Housing material | Metal, Plastic |
| Product colour | Red |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Mobile operating systems supported | Android, iOS 13, iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13, iOS 14, iPadOS 14, iOS 14.5, iPadOS 17.1.1, iOS 15, iPadOS 17.4, iOS 16, iPadOS 17.5 |
| Country of origin | China, Taiwan |
| Width | 32.6 mm |
| Depth | 69.5 mm |
| Height | 13.5 mm |
| Weight | 44.8 g |
| Master (outer) case width | 139.7 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 222.2 mm |
| Master (outer) case height | 184.2 mm |
| Master (outer) case gross weight | 1.12 kg |
| Products per master (outer) case | 15 pc(s) |
| Package width | 82.5 mm |
| Package depth | 24.1 mm |
| Package height | 123.2 mm |
| Package weight | 63.27 g |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 85 °C |
| Thunderbolt technology | No |
| USB connector | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Cables included | USB Type-C to USB Type-A |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| Read speed | 1050 MB/s |
| Write speed | 1000 MB/s |
