WD P40 Game Drive SSD

1000 GB
Price in EUR including VAT, free shipping
EUR127,99/1TB
20Ratings
BrandMore from WD
Test reportsVery good based on 6 tests
Delivered between Tue, 6.5. and Wed, 7.5.
5 items in stock at supplier

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Product details

Game anywhere with style using the powerful WD_BLACK P40 Game Drive SSD. The downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard gives you full control over the LED light display, providing a personalized experience for every game (Windows only). This high-performance SSD storage features fast speeds in a compact and shock-resistant design, making it easy to take with you wherever you go.

Customize the RGB lighting of your drive with the downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard (Windows only) to showcase your style and personalize every game.

Outpace your competition with a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface and speeds of up to 2,000 MB/s.

Gear up and conquer on the go with a compact and portable form factor that makes it easy to carry your game collection.

Keep more of the latest and greatest titles installed and ready with capacities of up to 2 TB.

This rugged, portable drive is built tough with a shock-resistant structure that can withstand drops from up to two meters, making it the perfect gaming storage you can take anywhere.

Specifications:

  • Capacity: 1 TB
  • Connection: USB-C
  • Sequential Read Speed: 2000 MB/s
  • Sequential Write Speed: 2000 MB/s
  • Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2 x2
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 106.98 mm x 50.82 mm x 13 mm
  • Weight: 78.5 g
  • Model Number: WDBAWY0010BBK-WESN
  • Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C
  • Non-Operating Temperature: -20 °C to 65 °C

Product Features:

  • Customize the RGB lighting of your drive with the downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard.
  • Accelerate loading with a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface and speeds of up to 2000 MB/s.

Key specifications

Interface
USB-C
Read transfer speed
2000 MB/s
Write transfer speed
2000 MB/s
Item number
21377353

General information

Manufacturer
WD
Category
External SSD
Manufacturer no.
WDBAWY0010BBK-WESN
Release date
23.6.2022
External links
Manufacturer's site (de)

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
1000 GB
Interface
USB-C
Read transfer speed
2000 MB/s
Write transfer speed
2000 MB/s

Origin

Country of origin
USA

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
USB Type-C to USB Type-A, USB Type-C to USB Type-C

Product dimensions

Length
10.70 cm
Width
5.08 cm
Height
1.30 cm
Weight
78.50 g

Package dimensions

Length
18.70 cm
Width
13.20 cm
Height
4.30 cm
Weight
214 g

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30-day right of returnReturn policy
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Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «External SSD» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 2.Samsung
    0,3 %
  • 3.Corsair
    0,4 %
  • 3.WD
    0,4 %
  • 5.Synology
    0,5 %
  • 6.LaCie
    0,6 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.Kingston
    3 days
  • 7.Samsung
    5 days
  • 7.SanDisk
    5 days
  • 9.SanDisk Professional
    6 days
  • 10.WD
    8 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «External SSD» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 9.Verbatim
    1,1 %
  • 11.Seagate
    1,2 %
  • 11.WD
    1,2 %
  • 13.LaCie
    1,8 %
  • 14.Adata
    2 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good88/100
Very good90/100
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PC Welt OnlineSingle testReleaseJuly 2024
  • PositiveSuper performance
  • PositiveRGB lighting
  • PositiveFor Windows, Mac OS and games consoles
  • Positive5 years manufacturer's warranty
  • NegativeNoticeably hot under load
  • NegativeRather rare USB interface standard

The external SSD WD_Black P40 Game Drive appeals to gaming fans with its RGB lighting alone. However, it can also impress demanding gamers with its impressive performance. The fact that it heats up under load is probably more acceptable than the comparatively high prices that the manufacturer charges for the model series.

Very good92/100
gamezoom.netSingle testReleaseJuly 2024
  • Positivevaluable housing
  • Positivecompact
  • Positivemodern technology
  • PositiveVery good (everyday) performance
  • PositiveLow heat generation
  • PositiveCable and adapter included in the scope of delivery
    Very good88/100
    Basic TutorialsSingle testReleaseMay 2024

    The RGB lighting alone means that the WD Black P40 Game Drive is primarily aimed at gamers. And they are undoubtedly well served by the external SSD. The storage solution scores points with its high speeds and broad compatibility. The 4K-64 performance, which is particularly important in games, is particularly impressive...

    Good79/100
    Rank 7 out of 40Stiftung WarentestExterne SSD-Festplatten im TestReleaseMarch 2024

    They are small, robust and fast: SSD hard drives offer additional storage space for documents, photos and other data. We had 40 external SSD hard drives tested. 27 were awarded the test quality rating of Good. But it's worth taking a look at the details: We discovered significant differences in price and maximum achievable speed...

    Without ratingNo rating
    gameswelt.deSingle testReleaseNovember 2023
    • PositiveCompact dimensions
    • PositiveVery robust, attractive design
    • PositiveRGB lighting (if you like it)
    • PositivePractical software for use on the PC
    • PositiveVery fast (provided you have the appropriate USB ports)
    • NegativeNo configuration options for the lighting when used on consoles
    Very good92/100
    Computer Bild Logo
    Computer BildSingle testReleaseJanuary 2023
    • PositiveVery fast reading
    • Positivefast typing
    • NegativeA little slow with small files

    With its LED lights, the WD_Black P40 stands out visually from the broad mass of external storage devices. And it also stood out in the tested with a very high speed and low access times. As promised, it is therefore suitable as a mobile games storage device - only games for PS5 and Xbox Series X unfortunately have to be played on the internal storage...