Just bought it for keeping files as a backup. Not much to share for now. The design is impressive, really small for me comparing to hard drives that I very like. Read more

This item arrived on time and worked as expected. I am using it as an external HDD for backups on my Linux Mint system. Linux Mint had no issues recognizing it and it into service immediately. I was surprised by the size of it. It is replacing my old external WD mybook 4TB rusty platters. I am going to purchase additional units for the same purpose. Read more

I don't see why Crucial doesn't have a better reputation. I think they should spend more on marketing or hire a new marketing team. I have purchased their 4TBs in the past, which is why I bought their 6TB. They have changed the design a bit between the 4 and 6TB, where the 6 doesn't come equipped with a light to show that data is being used on the device. Which isn't a deal breaker and has nothing to do with performance. However, the light is a little tattletale and does give you an indication of how often your laptop is reading the drive even while it's not in use. The performance on the 4TB is faster with read/write than the 6TB. But it's not that noticeable and should not be a deal breaker, Unless you're constantly using it for large quantity data transfers while on the fly (even then I don't see where it could be an issue), you shouldn't have any qualms with it. Since writing this review at the early stages of ownership for only a couple months, just doesn't justify an honest review for longevity assurance for quality involving data loss. That said, I've had the 4TB for a couple years and have had no issues (knock on wood) and the 6TB seems to be just as reliable and the casing material is solid. The size will shock you of how much data you can store on it for how tiny it is. I honestly can't comprehend how that's established. One thing to note, but I personally don't see this as a reason to remove a star is the heat release. It gets pretty warm. Not as hot as the 4TB, (probably why it's faster), but it still gets warm/hot. Booting is not even a thought, my laptop always automatically wants the PW once I plug it in, which is a MacOS. I know Crucial has been around for a while, but I hope they start getting the recognition they deserve vs. their competitors (not mentioning names) where they have failed me. Read more

So, while one expects these sorts of things to attempt to use proprietary software or something like that, over 500GB for it is ridiculous. I'm using this for a home server and it's fantastically tiny and serves the purpose perfectly, but it's not close enough to 6TB at all. Not for this price. I'm not sure if I should have tried partitioning for more to be available or what, but this is absurd. Super disappointed. Read more

As a long-time Mac user, I’m always on the lookout for compact, high-performance storage solutions that don’t compromise on reliability. The Crucial X10 Pro 6TB SSD ticks every box—and then some. Size & Design: The first thing that struck me is just how small this drive is. It’s genuinely pocket-sized—roughly the size of a stack of credit cards—but feels solidly built with a premium aluminium shell. It doesn’t get hot even after long transfers, and the textured surface offers excellent grip when handling it on the go. Performance: Using the USB-C connection with my MacBook Pro (M3), it performs flawlessly. I read it can get close to 2,000MB/s - all I know is that as a time machine device it is plenty fast enough. For a portable SSD of this size, that’s impressive. Time Machine Compatibility: I use this as my dedicated Time Machine backup drive. Setup was seamless—macOS recognised it instantly, and backups run smoothly in the background with no interruptions. The 6TB capacity means I can retain months of backups without worrying about space. Portability: It’s small enough to live in my laptop bag permanently. Compared to older HDDs I’ve used for Time Machine, this is a total game changer in both speed and size. There’s no noise, no spin-up delays—just instant access. Other Notes: Comes with a short, high-quality USB-C cable. Backwards compatible with USB-A (adapter not included). IP55-rated for dust and water resistance, which is a bonus if you travel frequently. Verdict: The Crucial X10 Pro 6TB is ideal for creatives, professionals, or anyone needing fast, portable storage. Its combination of compact size, high capacity, and solid performance makes it a top-tier choice. If you’re a Mac user looking for a reliable Time Machine backup drive that won’t take up desk space, this is it. Read more