Will it hit 2000 MB/s on my laptop?

Only if your laptop has a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s) port. On a standard USB 3.2 Gen 2 or Thunderbolt port it will run at roughly half that speed.

Does it work with a Mac?

Yes. It is listed for Mac, PC, Windows, laptops and smartphones, and it connects over USB Type-C.

Is it good for video editing?

For moving and storing large footage, yes, since reads are rated at 2000 MB/s. Check sustained write performance before relying on it for long continuous captures.

How does it compare with a SATA portable SSD?

It is much faster on paper: 2000 MB/s versus roughly 550 MB/s for SATA-based externals. The gap only shows on a Gen 2x2 port.

Is the drive removable?

Yes, it is hot-swappable and removable, so you can unplug it without powering down the computer.

The drive itself; check the listing for the included cable, since a Gen 2x2-rated cable is needed to reach full speed.

Where is the KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C cheapest?

At Best Buy, for $109.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C?

6 stores we checked sell it, including Newegg.com, Best Buy, eBay, Newegg Business, Walmart.

KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C

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KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C

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$109.99at Best BuyChecked Nov 9

Compared across 6 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C

The KingSpec Portable SSD is an external NVMe drive in an aluminum alloy shell, rated for 2000 MB/s reads over USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s). That puts it in the top tier of portable SSDs on paper, well ahead of SATA-based externals that top out near 550 MB/s. The catch is that Gen 2x2 speeds need a matching 20 Gb/s port; on a plain USB 3.2 Gen 2 or Thunderbolt port it runs at roughly half its rating. It suits editors, photographers and gamers moving large files between machines, and it works with Mac, Windows, laptops and smartphones. Buyers should weigh it against name-brand rivals with proven sustained-write performance and longer warranties.

Best forVideo and photo editors moving large project filesGamers running games from an external driveLaptop and desktop users who want fast backupsAnyone shuttling big files between Mac, PC and phone

Pros

Rated 2000 MB/s reads, far faster than SATA externals
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface with Type-C connectivity
Aluminum alloy body helps spread heat
Works across Mac, Windows, laptops and smartphones
Compact, hot-swappable and removable

Cons

Full speed needs a 20 Gb/s Gen 2x2 port, which many laptops lack
Sustained write speed is not specified and may drop on long transfers
Little independent testing of real-world performance
Warranty and support are less established than big-brand rivals

KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C prices at every store

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KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C price history

Lowest price we've seen: $109.99 on Nov 9 at Newegg.com. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 9.

Specifications

Type: Solid State
Use: External
Read Speed: 2000 MB/s
NVMe Support: Yes
Device Compatibility: Mac, PC, Windows, Laptop, Smartphone
Durability: Aluminum alloy
Interface: USB 3.2 Gen2x2 20Gb/s
Wireless Connectivity: No
Hot Swappable: Yes
Form Factor: External Hard Drive
Design Highlights: Portable
Removable: Yes

Questions and answers

Will it hit 2000 MB/s on my laptop?: Only if your laptop has a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s) port. On a standard USB 3.2 Gen 2 or Thunderbolt port it will run at roughly half that speed.
Does it work with a Mac?: Yes. It is listed for Mac, PC, Windows, laptops and smartphones, and it connects over USB Type-C.
Is it good for video editing?: For moving and storing large footage, yes, since reads are rated at 2000 MB/s. Check sustained write performance before relying on it for long continuous captures.
How does it compare with a SATA portable SSD?: It is much faster on paper: 2000 MB/s versus roughly 550 MB/s for SATA-based externals. The gap only shows on a Gen 2x2 port.
Is the drive removable?: Yes, it is hot-swappable and removable, so you can unplug it without powering down the computer.
What is in the box?: The drive itself; check the listing for the included cable, since a Gen 2x2-rated cable is needed to reach full speed.
Where is the KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C cheapest?: At Best Buy, for $109.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the KingSpec Portable SSD USB 3.2 Type-C?: 6 stores we checked sell it, including Newegg.com, Best Buy, eBay, Newegg Business, Walmart.