90
Jon Jacobi
PCWorld
“The X31 is currently our top 10Gbps performer, but being slightly faster doesn’t offset its steeper price tag.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Premium solid aluminum shell
- Pebble‑like smooth shape
- Includes USB‑C and USB‑A cables
- Protective clear TPU bumper
- Compact 53 g lightweight design
- Top‑tier 10Gbps performance
Points of Contention
- Limited to 1 TB capacity
- Shorter three‑year warranty compared to some rivals
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics80
Matt Safford
Tom's Hardware
“Its performance isn't the best in its class, but is still solid.”
80
Tony Hoffman
PCMag
“The Beetle X31, SK Hynix's first portable SSD, is a tiny, eye-catching drive with USB 3.2 Gen 2 speed.”
