Best selling External hard drives
Here's a ranking of the best products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. WD Elements Portable
Discover the reliability and large storage capacity of the WD Elements portable hard drive. With fast data transfer and seamless connectivity to 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
Thanks to 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 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.
Included in the Box
- WD Elements Portable Hard Drive
- SuperSpeed USB-A Cable (5 Gbit/s).
2. Seagate Expansion Desktop
The Seagate Expansion Desktop Hard Drive provides additional storage space for ever-growing collections of files. You can instantly add storage for more files and consolidate your files in one location or create extra space on your computer's internal hard drive to enhance performance. Setup is simple by connecting the included power supply and USB cable. The hard drive is automatically recognized by the Windows operating system, so no software needs to be installed and nothing has to be configured. Saving files is effortless with drag-and-drop functionality. Take advantage of fast data transfer with USB 3.0 by using a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port.
3. Toshiba Canvio Basics
High-capacity storage in a practical, compact, matte black casing. The Canvio Basics hard drives from Toshiba are available in various sizes and are perfect for storing data, music, movies, and images. These devices are powered via USB and can be connected to a PC or laptop with a single USB cable. The portable hard drives with USB 3.0 technology are much faster than, yet still compatible with, USB 2.0 devices, allowing for quick transfers while organizing your files. The device is ready to use with Microsoft Windows and is powered through the USB cable. Intuitively drag and drop files to and from your PC or laptop.
Model 2023.
4. Seagate Game Drive for PlayStation
Expand your game storage with the Game Drive for PS5. This officially licensed hard drive for PlayStation works seamlessly with PS5 and PS4 consoles and adds a touch of blue LED lighting to any gaming setup. Easily archive your PS5 games on the hard drive until it's time to transfer and play them.
5. WD My Passport
Portable hard drive with password protection and automatic backup software. Slim design. Automatic backup - easy to use. Password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption. WD Discovery software for backup, password protection, and drive management. Connection: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (formerly USB 3.0, compatible with USB 2.0) Micro-B port, USB Type A cable included. The My Passport drive has been redesigned to make the most of your travels. It features a convenient, slim form factor and is available in a range of vibrant colors. Security through hardware encryption. The built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection in the My Passport safeguards the contents of your digital life. Simply enable password protection and set your own personalized password through WD Discovery. The My Passport is equipped with WD Backup software to ensure that everything you create - photos, videos, music, and documents - is not lost. You can set it to run automatically according to your schedule. Just choose the time and frequency to back up important files from your system to your My Passport drive. The My Passport is ready to use right out of the box, including all necessary cables. With SuperSpeed USB, you can quickly start backing up all your data. With the included WD Discovery software, you can connect to popular social media and cloud storage services. Import, organize, and share your photos, videos, and documents seamlessly to the My Passport drive to secure your online social life. WD Discovery can also manage your drive through WD Drive Utilities.
6. WD Elements Desktop
Reliable storage with enormous capacity for ultra-fast data transfers. This drive is compatible with the latest USB 3.0 devices and backward compatible with USB 2.0. It is formatted in NTFS and compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7. Compatibility depends on the user's hardware configuration and operating system.
7. Seagate Expansion Portable
The Seagate Expansion portable hard drive is compact and perfect for on-the-go use. Instantly add more storage space to your PC or Mac and take large files with you while traveling.
The setup is simple and effortless. You just need to connect the USB cable. The hard drive is powered through the USB cable, so no external power supply is required. The drive is also automatically recognized by the Windows or Mac operating system, meaning no software needs to be installed or configured. File storage is easy with drag-and-drop functionality.
Take advantage of fast data transfer with USB 3.0 by using a USB 3.0 port. Additionally, the purchase of the Seagate Expansion includes Rescue Data Recovery Services for added security in data recovery.
8. Seagate Ultra Touch HDD
The Ultra Touch HDD sets a new standard for portable storage from Seagate. To meet sustainability goals, this drive is made from at least 30% recycled material (by weight) and comes in 100% recyclable packaging. The rounded, natural design of the lightweight and portable drive adds a stylish touch to your workspace. It offers USB-C plug-and-play compatibility with PC, Mac and Chromebook.
Sustainability Goal
This drive is made from at least 30% recycled material (by weight) for environmentally friendly backups.
Natural design
The soft colours and rounded design of this drive were inspired by nature.
Universal compatibility
Works with PCs, Macs and Chromebooks thanks to the universal USB-C connector.
Storage on the go
Lightweight design lets you take your files with you wherever you go, whether it's school, work or on the road.
Included in delivery
Seagate Ultra Touch, external hard drive, USB-C cable (50 cm), 6-month Mylio Photos subscription, 6-month Dropbox backup subscription, downloadable toolkit software, Rescue Data Recovery Services for data recovery, installation guide.
9. Intenso memory center
The external hard drive Memory Center stores important data quickly and securely. Thanks to USB 3.0, data can be transferred at the highest speed, avoiding long waiting times. A blue LED light on the hard drive indicates active data transfer. The high-gloss 3.5-inch hard drive has an elegant appearance and fits perfectly into the office environment. It is up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. Power is supplied via an external power adapter.
10. 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.
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