# exFAT vs NTFS: What's the difference between these formats? - Engadget

> exFAT vs NTFS: What's the difference between these formats? exFAT is best for cross-platform usage. Formatting a USB drive might seem straightforward until you're faced with options like exFAT, NTFS, and FAT32.

- **Source:** [Engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2226196/exfat-vs-ntfs-whats-the-difference-between-formats/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a722f920367071466fcced8)
- **Published:** 2026-08-04
- **Category:** Apps
- **Tags:** #microsoft #windows #macos
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