Seagate Backup Plus 5TB
Score: 65/100Seagate One Touch 1TB
Score: 56/100Rankings
The Seagate Backup Plus 5 TB portable HDD delivers massive storage in a lightweight, bus-powered package with useful backup software. While performance is solid for a mechanical drive, it lacks modern USB-C connectivity and hardware encryption.
The Seagate One Touch 1TB portable HDD provides hardware AES-256 encryption, a sleek aluminum build, and a suite of backup software, all powered via USB without an external adapter.
| Attribute | Seagate Backup Plus 5TB | Seagate One Touch 1TB |
|---|---|---|
5,000 GBbest | 1,000 GB | |
140 MB/sbest | 120 MB/s | |
140 MB/sbest | — | |
24 monthsbest | 3 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.265 kg | 0.148 kgbest |
128 MBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 80 mm | 78 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 115.3 mm | 11.7 mmbest |
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| Attribute | Seagate Backup Plus 5TB | Seagate One Touch 1TB |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.0 | Micro-USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Performance(1) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 140 MB/s | 120 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 3 months |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | exFAT | Windows, macOS |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.265 kg | 0.148 kg |
Width (mm) | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Height (mm) | 115.3 mm | 11.7 mm |
Depth (mm) | 20.9 mm | 114.8 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 5000 GB | 1000 GB |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB 3.0 Micro-B to USB-A | USB-A to Micro-B |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Backup Plus for its excellent price-to-capacity ratio, solid build quality, and useful bundled software, but caution that the Micro-B connector is outdated and the HDD is inherently vulnerable to physical shock.
Everyday users consistently highlight the drive's massive capacity, seamless cross-platform operation, and reliable performance for backups and media playback, while noting the old-fashioned Micro-B cable and occasional warmth as drawbacks.
Professional reviewers praise the One Touch for its strong hardware encryption, premium aluminum build, and out-of-the-box exFAT compatibility, positioning it as a secure, budget-friendly portable drive. They criticize the outdated Micro-USB interface and lack of a USB-C cable.
Everyday users appreciate the drive's ease of use, reliable performance, and the peace of mind from password protection, while noting the inconvenience of needing a USB-C adapter and the perceived bloat of bundled software.
“Massive storage - perfect for PS4 games, photos, and videos”
“Works flawlessly with Mac and Windows - no reformatting needed”
“Fast enough for HD video editing and playback - no buffering”
