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Corsair EX100U vs Crucial X9 Pro 2TB

Compare Corsair EX100U and Crucial X9 Pro 2TB side by side. Both are 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 external SSDs, but they differ in speed, design, and value. Here's how they stack up.

Corsair

Corsair EX100U
8.2/10

High-performance external SSD with USB-C connectivity, ideal for gaming and content creation.

Good 1600MB/s read speeds
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface
Attractive design
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Our Pick

Crucial

Crucial X9 Pro 2TB
9.1/10

The 2TB X9 Pro keeps the same sustained-write profile as the 1TB but with double the cache budget before throttle. A cost-effective workhorse drive for anyone editing directly off external storage.

Real TLC NAND
5-year warranty
Doubles sustained-write cache size
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Spec Comparison

Spec
Corsair EX100U
Crucial X9 Pro 2TB
Read Speed
1.6 GB/s ✓
1.1 GB/s
Write Speed
1.5 GB/s ✓
950 MB/s
Capacity
2 TB ✓
2 TB
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Endurance (TBW)
900 TB
1,200 TB ✓
Warranty
3 Years
5 Years ✓
Score
8.2/10
9.1/10 ✓
Total Wins
3 wins
3 wins

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Corsair EX100U or Crucial X9 Pro 2TB?
The Crucial X9 Pro 2TB scores 9.1/10 compared to 8.2/10 for the Corsair EX100U. Our expert analysis favors the Crucial X9 Pro 2TB for its superior value.
What's the difference between Corsair EX100U and Crucial X9 Pro 2TB?
The key differences: The Corsair EX100U offers 1,600 MB/s reads vs 1,050 MB/s for the Crucial X9 Pro 2TB. Capacity options differ: Corsair EX100U is 2TB while Crucial X9 Pro 2TB is 2TB. The Corsair EX100U uses USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 while the Crucial X9 Pro 2TB uses USB 3.2 Gen 2.
Which is faster, Corsair EX100U or Crucial X9 Pro 2TB?
The Corsair EX100U is faster with 1,600 MB/s read speeds compared to 1,050 MB/s for the Crucial X9 Pro 2TB. That's a 52% speed advantage.
Which has better value, Corsair EX100U or Crucial X9 Pro 2TB?
The Crucial X9 Pro 2TB scores higher (9.1 vs 8.2/10), indicating better overall value in our evaluation. Check both models on the retailer's site for the latest details.

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