Best WD products in the External hard drives category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best WD products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. WD Elements Portable
Discover the reliability and large storage capacity of the WD Elements portable hard drive. Thanks to fast data transfer and seamless connectivity with USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 devices, you can effortlessly back up your photos, videos, and other files on the go.
Smooth Expansion
With this plug-and-play hard drive, you can expand your capacity in seconds, allowing you to store your important files easily and worry-free.
High Capacity
The enormous storage capacity of up to 6 TB provides ample space for your valuable photos, unforgettable videos, and important documents while on the move.
Transfer Data Faster
With the high transfer speed of USB 3.2 Gen 1, you can quickly and easily access and share your files.
Designed for the Environment
The casing of this hard drive is made of over 50% recycled plastic. The packaging is made of over 50% recycled paper pulp and is fully recyclable.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 5 TB
- Connection: Micro-B
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1; USB 3.0
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 110 mm x 82 mm x 15 mm
- Weight: 0.13 kg
- Model Number: WDBUZG7500ABK-WESN
- Operating Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C
- Non-Operating Temperature: -20 °C to 65 °C
- Certifications: FCC-ICES, CE, BSMI, RCM, VCCI, EAC, KC, UKCA
Product Features
- Plug-and-play expansion
- Huge storage capacities for photos, videos, music, important documents, and more
- SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbit/s)
Compatibility
- Windows 10 and above
- Reformatting may be required for other operating systems.
- Compatibility depends on the user's hardware configuration and operating system.
Package Contents
- WD Elements Portable Hard Drive
- SuperSpeed USB-A Cable (5 Gbit/s).
2. WD My Book
Store large amounts of photos, videos, music, and documents on the My Book desktop storage. With multiple terabytes of storage capacity, the My Book drive is the ideal place for all your digital data. Set up automatic backups and determine how often and when your data is backed up. The My Book desktop drive comes with WD Backup software for Windows and is compatible with Apple Time Machine for Mac. With built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption and WD Security, you can set your own password to protect your content. This ensures that your content remains confidential and secure. You can configure WD Security to automatically unlock the device on your computer, allowing you to quickly and conveniently access your data without having to enter the password each time.
3. WD My Passport
Those who are flexible get more out of life. Secure your valuable memories on the go with the My Passport mobile hard drive. This high-capacity storage medium offers a seamless USB connection, allowing easy access to your important files anytime and anywhere. Use the included Acronis True Image software for reliable data backup, including ransomware protection. Never lose files again – with the My Passport mobile hard drive, you can safely store your memories and have them readily available at all times.
Sleek Design
A slim and durable design that makes your life on the go effortless and comfortable. Thanks to its robust construction, the hard drive is a reliable companion for your adventures.
Large Capacity
With a storage capacity of up to 6 TB, you can take your photos, videos, music, and important documents anywhere, keeping everything securely under control.
Easy Backups. Includes Ransomware Protection.
The included Acronis True Image software simplifies the scheduling of backups for your valuable files. Additionally, back up your important applications and protect your computer system from data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Protection for Important Data
Protect your files from unauthorized access at home or on the go. Use the included software for added security with password protection and integrated 256-bit AES encryption.
Designed for the Environment
The casing of this hard drive is made of over 50% recycled plastic. The packaging is made of over 50% recycled paper and is fully recyclable.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 5 TB
- Connection: Micro-B
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0
- Transfer speed: up to 5 Gb/s
- Dimensions (L x W x H):...
4. WD Elements Desktop
WD Elements desktop hard drives with USB 3.0 offer reliable, high-capacity auxiliary storage, ultra-high data transfer rates, universal connectivity. With this one drive, you have both compatibility with the latest USB 3.0 devices and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 devices. When connected to a USB 3.0 port, the WD Elements desktop hard drive provides ultra-fast data transfer. When the internal hard disk reaches its capacity limits, your PC slows down.
5. WD My Passport Ultra
The metal casing of the My Passport Ultra portable hard drive not only looks good but is also particularly robust. This makes it the ideal companion for on-the-go use. This high-capacity USB-C compatible storage device provides easy access to your important files—wherever you are. Use the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software for secure data backup, including ransomware protection. The password protection adds an extra layer of security during your travels.
Thanks to USB-C technology, the My Passport Ultra is a fast mobile storage solution for your PC. The included USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 adapter ensures compatibility with older devices.
The included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software simplifies the scheduling of backups for your valuable files. Additionally, it allows you to back up your important applications and protect your computer system from data loss due to ransomware attacks.
6. WD My Book Duo
The My Book Duo offers enormous storage capacities and is ideal for storing photos, videos, documents, and music. The RAID 0 mode provides super-fast sequential read speeds of up to 360 MB/s (maximum speed when connected via USB Type-C). Switch to a RAID 1 setting with data mirroring if you want to store your data redundantly on the built-in WD Red hard drives. The USB Type-C port and the various included cables make the device universally compatible (supports USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB 3.0, USB 2.0). Additional USB devices can be connected to the two USB 3.0 Type-A expansion ports.
7. WD My Passport - for Mac
My Passport for Mac - 2 TB (Blue)
Model Number: WDBA2D0020BBL-WESN
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Transfer Speed: up to 5 Gb/s
Those who are flexible get more out of life.
Safeguard your precious memories on the go with the My Passport for Mac mobile hard drive. This high-capacity Mac storage device, compatible with USB-C, offers a seamless USB connection and allows easy access to your valuable files anytime, anywhere. Use the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software for reliable data backup, including ransomware protection. Never lose files again – with the My Passport mobile hard drive, you can securely store your memories and have them readily available at all times.
Ready for Macs. Optimized for Windows.
The My Passport for Mac mobile hard drive is ready to use right out of the box and can be universally connected thanks to its USB-C compatibility. To ensure the hard drive works seamlessly with computers running Windows 10+, a downloadable HFS+ driver is available without the need for reformatting.
Sleek Design
A slim and durable design that makes your life on the go effortless and comfortable. Thanks to its robust construction, the hard drive is a reliable companion for your adventures.
Large Capacity
With a storage capacity of up to 6 TB, you can take your photos, videos, music, and important documents with you anywhere, keeping everything securely in hand.
Easy Backups. Includes Ransomware Protection.
The included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software simplifies the scheduling of backups for your valuable files. Additionally, back up your important applications and protect your computer system from data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Protection for Important Data
Protect your files from unauthorized access at home or on the go. Use the included...
8. WD My Passport Ultra for Mac
Thanks to USB-C technology, you can easily expand your storage capacity with the My Passport Ultra for Mac portable hard drive. Its modern metal design complements your PC aesthetically. With full compatibility with Windows 10, you get a straightforward plug-and-play storage solution with password protection and hardware encryption to secure your files.
9. WD Black P10 Game Drive
Mobile storage for your game collection
The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive is the ideal accessory that allows you to use your console or PC more flexibly. A high-quality external hard drive with storage capacities of up to 6 TB, specifically designed for gamers who want to expand the capabilities of their console or PC and store their game library in a portable format. With the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive, you can enjoy limitless gaming experiences.
Expand your realms
When expanding your game library, you need storage space for both new titles and your old favorites. The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive is available with up to 6 TB, accommodating up to 150 games. This means you don’t have to delete anything from your console or PC to make room for new games.
Take all your games with you
Just start playing, no matter where you are. With the extremely durable mobile WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive, you can take your game library anywhere. Simply plug it in, log in, and launch any game from your collection.
Simply better
The components of WD_BLACK drives are specifically designed to optimize the gaming experience across all types of games. With transfer rates of up to 130 MB/s and up to 6 TB of storage capacity, the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive enhances the performance of your console or PC.
Known for quality and reliability
Gamers around the world trust WD_BLACK products with their precious virtual lives – for good reason. The concept behind WD_BLACK is simple: optimal features and performance for gaming.
Full focus on gaming
WD_BLACK sets the standard for premium storage expansion and performance. The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive, designed specifically for gamers, makes your console or PC more powerful and reliable.
10. WD My Passport external hard
My Passport external hard.
