ADATA HD710 Pro 2TB
Score: 74/100
Seagate Game Drive Xbox 5TB
Score: 67/100Rankings
The ADATA HD710 Pro 2 TB is a rugged 2.5-inch external HDD built to military-grade standards with IP6X dust-tight and IPX8 waterproof ratings. Its mechanical drive limits sequential speeds to around 130 MB/s and adds bulk compared with SSDs. Best suited for field workers and adventurers who prioritize durability over speed.
The Seagate Game Drive for Xbox adds 5TB of Xbox-certified storage with a sleek LED-lit design and 3-year rescue service. It is limited to the Xbox ecosystem, has a short 1-year warranty and higher cost per terabyte. Perfect for gamers wanting portable, high-speed external storage for backward-compatible titles.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GB | 5,000 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.27 kg | 0.266 kgbest |
129 MB/sbest | — | |
124 MB/sbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 224 mmbest |
3 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 5000 GB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen1 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
USB Version | USB 3.2 Gen1 | USB 3.0 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.27 kg | 0.266 kg |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 133.3x98.5x21.5 mm | 122x81x21 mm |
Design(1) | ||
Form Factor | 2.5-inch HDD | Portable HDD |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB 3.2 Gen1 A‑to‑Micro‑B cable; Quick Start Guide | 18‑inch (46 cm) USB 3.0 cable, Quick install guide |
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Professional reviewers commend the HD710 Pro for its military-grade toughness, IPX8 waterproofing, and solid USB 3.2 Gen1 performance that meets typical backup needs.
Everyday users love the ruggedness and plug-and-play simplicity, praising its ability to survive drops, water, and dust while safely storing photos and videos.
“Exceptional durability: Survives 1.5 m drops, 2 m submersion for 60 min, and dust‑tight conditions.”
“Not the fastest (5400 RPM limits speeds vs. SSDs).”
Windows Central editors consider the Seagate Game Drive SSD the best external Xbox SSD for deep storage, emphasizing its flash-speed transfers, bus-powered portability, seamless backward-compatible play and attractive green LED branding, while noting its price advantage over internal expansion cards.
Although direct consumer reviews are scarce in the sources, the product’s marketing and inferred user feedback suggest praise for speed, portability and Xbox‑specific design, with occasional complaints about the fixed 1 TB capacity and the inability to run native Series X|S titles directly.
