Hwayo HPHD-250GB
Score: 52/100
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 250 GB Ultra Slim Portable HDD offers an aluminum-cased, ultra-compact solution with broad OS and console support. Performance is limited to typical HDD speeds and capacity is modest, making it best for light backup tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
250 GB | 750 GBbest | |
120 MB/sbest | — | |
120 MB/sbest | — | |
— | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.249 kg | 0.198 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 76 mmbest | 80.01 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 12 mmbest | 15.75 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 120 mmbest | 128.52 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
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 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome OS, Xbox One, PS4 | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, Xbox One, PS4, PS5 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.249 kg | 0.198 kg |
Width (mm) | 76 mm | 80.01 mm |
Height (mm) | 12 mm | 15.75 mm |
Depth (mm) | 120 mm | 128.52 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 250 GB | 750 GB |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the HWAYO 250 GB drive as a budget-friendly, ultra-portable backup option that trades speed and durability for price. They note that while its broad compatibility and plug-and-play nature are strengths, the mechanical HDD architecture is dated, making it unsuitable for demanding workloads and less reliable than SSD competitors.
Everyday users generally appreciate the drive's size, immediate plug-and-play functionality, and cross-platform support, giving it a solid 4.3-star rating. However, recurring complaints focus on the limited usable capacity, slower-than-expected transfer speeds, and concerns about build quality and long-term reliability.
“Works perfectly with my MacBook and Xbox One.”
“Very small and light-fits in my pocket.”
“Plugged it in and it worked immediately-no setup needed.”
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.
