Hwayo HPHD-1TB
Score: 69/100
Tianken Ultra Slim 750GB
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Tianken 750 GB Ultra Slim Portable HDD offers a thin, lightweight design with broad OS and console compatibility at a budget price. Performance is limited to typical 5400 RPM HDD speeds and it lacks advanced security or rugged features.
The HWAYO 2.5" 1TB Ultra Slim Portable External Hard Drive delivers a thin, lightweight form factor and USB 3.0 speeds at a low price, suitable for casual media storage and console expansion, though it lacks ruggedness and encryption.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 750 GB | |
120 MB/sbest | — | |
120 MB/sbest | — | |
— | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.231 kg | 0.198 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 82.55 mm | 80.01 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 15.24 mmbest | 15.75 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 120.65 mmbest | 128.52 mm |
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|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 120 MB/s | 80-120 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 120 MB/s | 80-120 MB/s |
Power & Connectivity(1) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered via USB | Bus-powered |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome OS, Xbox One, PS4/5 | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, Xbox One, PS4, PS5 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.231 kg | 0.198 kg |
Width (mm) | 82.55 mm | 80.01 mm |
Height (mm) | 15.24 mm | 15.75 mm |
Depth (mm) | 120.65 mm | 128.52 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 750 GB |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB 3.0 Type-A | USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-C |
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Professional reviewers view the HWAYO 1TB external HDD as a functional, budget-friendly option that meets basic storage and backup needs, noting its sleek design and USB 3.0 interface while warning that mechanical HDD performance and durability are only average.
Everyday users like the thin profile, plug-and-play ease, and satisfactory speed for movies and photos, especially for Xbox One storage, but they report frustrations with reduced usable capacity, reformat requirements, occasional cable or recognition issues, and reliability concerns after a few months.
Professional reviewers would categorize the Tianken drive as a budget-tier external HDD, praising its low cost, thin profile and long warranty, but criticizing its lack of SSD performance, plastic construction and absence of security features, making it suitable for casual storage rather than demanding professional workflows.
Everyday users generally appreciate the drive's portability, ease of use and price, especially for gaming consoles and photo backups, while recurring frustrations revolve around the reduced usable capacity, the need to reformat for Mac, modest transfer speeds and concerns over the cheap plastic housing.
“Works perfectly with my Xbox One - reformatted easily and added 931 GB of extra game storage.”
“Very thin and light - fits in my pocket with my laptop.”
“It shows only 931 GB - wish they'd explain that upfront.”
