HWAYO Ultra Slim 750GB
Score: 60/100
Tianken Ultra Slim 1TB
Score: 66/100Rankings
The Tianken 1 TB ultra-slim portable HDD delivers a budget-friendly large capacity with broad compatibility and a lightweight design, making it suitable for casual backups and console storage. Its mechanical nature limits speed and durability compared with SSD alternatives.
The HWAYO 750 GB Ultra-Slim Portable External Hard Drive offers a sleek aluminum body, optional LCD monitoring, and broad compatibility at a budget-friendly price, but its mechanical HDD design limits speed and it lacks advanced security or rugged features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
750 GB | 1,000 GBbest | |
— | 125 MB/sbest | |
— | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.236 kg | 0.198 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 76 mmbest | 79 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 12 mmbest | 13.2 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 120 mmbest | 122 mm |
— | 5,400 RPMbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome OS, Xbox, PlayStation | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, PS4, Xbox One, smart TVs |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.236 kg | 0.198 kg |
Width (mm) | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Height (mm) | 12 mm | 13.2 mm |
Depth (mm) | 120 mm | 122 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 750 GB | 1000 GB |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB 3.0 to SATA cable, USB-C to USB-C/USB-A cable | USB 3.0 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers acknowledge HWAYO as a budget-friendly external HDD that delivers reliable performance and a premium look thanks to its aluminum chassis, praising the optional LCD while noting the lack of shock resistance and hardware encryption.
Everyday users appreciate the plug-and-play ease, sleek metal build, and handy LCD on certain models, but complain about cheap cables, occasional heat buildup, limited usable capacity, and the absence of a protective case.
“Works perfectly with my Xbox One and PC-no setup needed.”
“Love the sleek metal design-it feels premium.”
“The LCD screen is cool-I can see the drive temp and health at a glance.”
Professional reviewers view the Tianken drive as a solid budget option that delivers essential features without premium build quality, noting its slower mechanical performance but praising its value for casual users.
Everyday users appreciate the plug-and-play simplicity, lightweight design, and affordability, while expressing frustration over advertised vs usable space and occasional cable durability concerns.
