Seagate Portable 2TB
Score: 69/100
Buffalo External SSD USB-A 1TB
Score: 60/100Rankings
The Seagate Portable 2TB HDD is a bus-powered, lightweight external drive offering solid 100-130 MB/s performance and broad OS/console compatibility, ideal for casual backup and media transport.
The Buffalo SSD-PUT 1TB is a thumb-drive-sized SSD delivering up to 600 MB/s reads and 500 MB/s writes in a rugged, MIL-STD-810G-certified body. Its tiny form factor and durability make it ideal for travel, though users must apply a firmware update and manage a small USB-C adapter.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GBbest | 1,000 GB | |
115 MB/s | 600 MB/sbest | |
115 MB/s | 500 MB/sbest | |
12 months | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.19 kg | 0.068 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 80.01 mm | 23 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 14.73 mm | 10 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 116.84 mm | 69 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 115 MB/s | 600 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 115 MB/s | 500 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 36 months |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, PlayStation, Xbox, Android | Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X/S |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.190 kg | 0.068 kg |
Width (mm) | 80.01 mm | 23 mm |
Height (mm) | 14.73 mm | 10 mm |
Depth (mm) | 116.84 mm | 69 mm |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 1000 GB |
Drive Type | HDD | SSD |
Durability(1) | ||
Drop Resistance | false | true |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB 3.0 Micro-B | USB-A to USB-C adapter |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the drive highly for its performance, compactness, and price, noting the 5400 RPM drive delivers solid 100-130 MB/s real-world speeds but lack encryption and rugged features.
Everyday users praise its instant Windows compatibility, portable form factor, and reliable backup capability, while complaints focus on a loose Micro-USB port, occasional early failures, and the need to reformat for macOS.
“Great portable backup drive”
“Port is loose”
“disappeared”
Professional reviewers praise the SSD-PUT for its miniaturization, solid-state performance in a thumb-drive form factor, and rugged build, but note its modest PCMark score and the need for a firmware update.
Everyday users love the drive's tiny size, speed for file transfers, and durability, especially for gaming consoles and travel, while recurring frustrations focus on the required firmware update and the easily misplaced USB-C adapter.
