ADATA HD710MP 2TB
Score: 77/100
WD My Passport 5TB
Score: 79/100Rankings
The WD 5TB My Passport combines large capacity with AES-256 hardware encryption and backup software in a portable HDD. Its USB-3.0 Micro-B port and plastic build are less convenient and feel less premium. Great for users needing secure, high-capacity backup on Windows or macOS.
The ADATA HD710MP is a rugged 2 TB external hard drive offering military-grade shock resistance and IP68+ waterproof protection. Its lack of UASP support and relatively heavy 270 g chassis make it less portable and slower than SSD alternatives. Ideal for outdoor professionals needing durable storage in harsh environments.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GB | 5,000 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.27 kg | 0.21 kgbest |
112 MB/s | 134 MB/sbest | |
112 MB/s | 126 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 201.17 mmbest |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 5000 GB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen1 | USB Micro-B |
USB Version | USB 3.2 Gen1 | USB 3.0 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 112 MB/s | 134 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 112 MB/s | 126 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.27 kg | 0.21 kg |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 133.5x98.5x21.5 mm | 74.93×19.05×107.19 mm mm |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | bus |
Design(1) | ||
Form Factor | 2.5-inch | portable |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the HD710M Pro for its exceptional durability, confirming MIL-STD-810G drop resistance and IPX8 waterproofing while delivering solid benchmark performance around 112 MB/s. They appreciate its value compared to pricier rugged SSDs but criticize the lack of UASP support and the relatively heavy, bulky form factor.
Everyday users consistently highlight the drive's toughness in outdoor activities and its reliability for backing up large media files in harsh environments. The most common praise centers on its rugged construction and practical cable management, while occasional complaints focus on noise, vibration, and the extra weight.
Professional reviewers commend the WD My Passport 5TB for its reliable high-capacity storage, solid performance up to 138 MB/s read, and strong security features like AES-256 encryption and bundled backup software. They appreciate its compact, bus-powered design and value proposition, though they note the outdated Micro-B USB port, cheap-feeling plastic build, and occasional software stability issues as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the drive's large capacity, ease of plug-and-play use, portability, and quiet operation, often citing it as a go-to solution for media libraries and game backups. Recurring themes include occasional software glitches, noticeable noise and heat under heavy load, and the inconvenience of the older USB-C port, though these concerns are generally outweighed by the drive's reliability and value.
“Large storage, reliability, ease of use, portability, and fast transfers for media/games/backups”
