Silicon Power Armor A80 1TB
Score: 55/100
Seagate Portable 2TB
Score: 69/100Rankings
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.
A 1TB rugged HDD with military-grade drop protection, IPX7 waterproofing and solid USB 3.1 performance, though its size, weight and HDD speed limit portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GB | 2,000 GBbest | |
116 MB/sbest | 115 MB/s | |
108 MB/s | 115 MB/sbest | |
36 monthsbest | 12 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.282 kg | 0.19 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 93.9 mm | 80.01 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 18.1 mm | 14.73 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 139.5 mm | 116.84 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.1 | USB 3.0 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 116 MB/s | 115 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 108 MB/s | 115 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 12 months |
Power & Connectivity(1) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | Bus-powered |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, PS4, Xbox | Windows, macOS, PlayStation, Xbox, Android |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.282 kg | 0.190 kg |
Width (mm) | 93.9 mm | 80.01 mm |
Height (mm) | 18.1 mm | 14.73 mm |
Depth (mm) | 139.5 mm | 116.84 mm |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 2000 GB |
Rotational Speed (RPM) | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Durability(1) | ||
Drop Resistance | true | false |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB A-to-A | USB 3.0 Micro-B |
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Reviewers commend the Armor A80 for its outstanding durability, IPX7 rating and heat-dissipating aluminum case, while noting the bulk and slower HDD performance.
Users overwhelmingly praise its ruggedness and ability to survive drops and water, but mention the larger size, weight and need to reformat for macOS.
“Too Good!!!!!”
“lovely product.”
“Survived a drop into a puddle and still works perfectly”
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.
