Kingston Reveals the XS1000 to Expand its External SSD Lineup

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September 7, 2023

Kingston Technology announced the XS1000 External SSD, a small and incredibly sleek file backup solution. XS1000 joins XS2000 as a new product offering in Kingston’s external SSD product portfolio. Both drives are extremely compact and under 29 grams to provide pocket-sized portability.

Kingston’s XS1000 offers read speeds up to 1,050MB/s and large capacities up to 2TB providing ample room for storing countless photos, videos, and files. The drive comes with a USB-C to USB-A cable and maintains backward compatibility to ensure seamless connectivity with legacy devices. All drives go through Kingston’s rigorous product testing to ensure they function with the highest level of quality, reliability, and functionality. Small like a key fob, the XS1000 serves as a reliable companion for easy file backups, guaranteeing continuous access to your important documents, cherished memories, and media files.

“Our customers are looking for convenient, fast, and reliable storage at an affordable price. With the addition of XS1000 they can look no further as we now offer more options for external storage,” said Kingston. “We designed this drive to be sleek and compact, XS1000 is currently the smallest external SSD available on the market with speeds up to 1,050MB/s1, measuring merely half the size of a standard SSD. This ensures unparalleled portability, making it the ultimate selection for those seeking a combination of convenience and top-notch performance.”

XS1000 is available in 1TB and 2TB capacities and is backed by a limited five-year warranty with free technical support. Starting from September 15 till October 31, 2023, with a purchase of XS1000 external SSD, customers will receive a limited edition Kingston palm rest and a rubber sleeve free.

For more information visit kingston.com.

 

XS1000 External SSD Features and Specifications:

  • Ultimate portability: Compact and weighing just under 29g, this sleek, all-black SSD fits 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 to preserve life’s cherished moments.
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 support: Achieve read speeds up to 1,050MB/s with backward compatibility to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ensuring seamless connectivity with legacy devices.
  • Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2
  • Speed: Up to 1,050MB/s read, 1,000MB/s write
  • NAND: 3D
  • Capacities: 1TB, 2TB
  • Dimensions: 54 x 32.58 x 13.5mm
  • Weight: 7g
  • Casing Material: Metal + Plastic
  • Operating temperature: 0°C~40°C
  • Storage temperature: -20°C~85°C
  • Warranty/Support: Limited 5-year warranty with free technical support
  • Compatible with: 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+)
XS1000 External SSD
Part Number Capacity
SXS1000/1000G 1TB
SXS1000/2000G 2TB
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