External and Portable SSDs for Laptops, Gaming and More
High-capacity SSDs built for speed, portability and fast data access
Kingston external and portable SSDs provide high-capacity solutions to expand your storage across laptops, desktops, mobile devices and gaming systems. With capacities up to 7.68TB, these drives offer options for ultra‑fast transfer speeds or hardware‑encrypted security to keep your files safe and accessible when you need them most.
Whether you need external storage for laptops, secure data backups, or multi-device compatibility, Kingston external SSDs offer peak performance, enhanced productivity, and ample space for large game libraries and media files.
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- USB Type-A and Type-C connectors
- USB 3.2 Gen 2
- 512GB, 1TB, 2TB
- Up to 1,050MB/s Read, 950MB/s Write
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- Pocket-sized backup
- USB 3.2 Gen 2
- 1TB, 2TB
- Up to 1,050MB/s Read, 1,000MB/s Write
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- Pocket-sized portability
- USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
- 500GB, 1TB, 2TB, 4TB
- Up to 2,000MB/s Read, 2,000MB/s Write
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- XTS-AES 256-bit encryption
- USB 3.2 Gen 1
- 960GB, 1920GB, 3840GB, 7680GB
- Up to 250MB/s Read, 250MB/s Write
Key features
Boost device performance
Kingston external and portable SSDs can help improve system performance by reducing file‑loading delays and providing faster access to applications, games, and media. When used to offload data from your crowded internal storage, they can also contribute to smoother system responsiveness.
Game-ready speed
External SSDs for gaming with high-speed interfaces provide faster load times for smoother game play performance, and the ability to store large game libraries for mobile consoles.
High-capacity storage
With capacities ranging from 500GB to 7.68TB, these external and portable SSDs provide enough space for media, games, backups, and critical work files while maintaining high-speed performance.
Protection for sensitive data
The Kingston IronKey external SSD features hardware-based encryption and security options to store sensitive files, which is ideal for secure backups, data loss prevention and cyber compliance.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, absolutely! The XS2000 is designed for both storing and running applications directly from the drive. Its USB‑C (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2) interface provides speeds up to 20Gbps, ensuring fast load times and smooth multitasking. This makes it ideal for demanding software, creative tools, and even games on the go. For backup and general library storage where direct application execution isn't the primary need, we recommend the XS1000 or our Dual Portable SSD.
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Kingston IronKey offers hardware-based encryption and configurable security features, ideal for sensitive backups or shared workstations and configurable security features.
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Yes, Kingston portable SSDs are compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android and are preformatted in exFAT but can be formatted in any file system.
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External SSDs offer portability, faster data transfer, and increased storage capacity. They are perfect for quickly accessing files, running applications, and organizing or backing up your media libraries. Portable SSDs are lightweight and compact, making them easy to carry, and with no moving parts, they handle bumps and travel better than external HDDs.
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Yes, you can game from an external SSD, but the connection is the limiting factor. For playing modern titles, we recommend the XS2000. Its USB‑C (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2) interface delivers up to 20Gbps speeds, fast enough to run games directly from the drive. Our XS1000 or Dual Portable SSD are great choices for storing large game libraries. Keep in mind that older USB‑A connections can bottleneck performance, so prioritize accordingly.
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A portable SSD is compact and travel-friendly, while external SSDs require a cable connection and can include physically larger drives for desktops or higher-capacity storage.
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