
Tianken Ultra Slim 1TB
Score: 66/100Nrico Ultra Slim 500GB
Score: 74/100Rankings
The NRICO Ultra Slim 500 GB portable HDD offers a premium metal enclosure, lightweight form factor, and USB 3.0 speeds suitable for everyday backup and travel. While its capacity and HDD performance are modest, the three-year warranty and broad compatibility make it a solid budget choice.

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.
| Attribute | ![]() | Nrico Ultra Slim 500GB |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 500 GB | |
125 MB/s | 625 MB/sbest | |
12 months | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.198 kgbest | 0.199 kg |
| ↓ lower better | 79 mm | 77 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 13.2 mm | 13 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 122 mmbest | 123 mm |
5,400 RPMbest | 5,400 RPMbest |
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| Attribute | ![]() | Nrico Ultra Slim 500GB |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 125 MB/s | 625 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 36 months |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, PS4, Xbox One, smart TVs | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, PS4, Xbox One |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.198 kg | 0.199 kg |
Width (mm) | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Height (mm) | 13.2 mm | 13 mm |
Depth (mm) | 122 mm | 123 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 500 GB |

Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).

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.
Professional reviewers appreciate the metal build and USB 3.0 speeds but criticize the limited 500 GB capacity and inherent speed constraints of a 5400 RPM HDD.
Everyday users praise its pocket-size convenience, plug-and-play operation, and solid build, while noting warmth during long sessions and the lower usable space.
