WD Black P10 5TB
Score: 69/100
Crucial X10 2TB
Score: 78/100Rankings
A high-performance 2 TB portable SSD with blazing read/write speeds, rugged IP65 protection and lightweight design, ideal for creators and gamers who need fast, durable storage on the go.
The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive 5 TB offers a large capacity and a rugged gamer-focused metal case, supporting Xbox, PlayStation, Windows and macOS via a USB-A to Micro-USB B cable. While it's bus-powered and backed by a 3-year warranty, its older Micro-USB interface and HDD-class speeds limit performance for demanding gaming workloads.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5,000 GBbest | 2,000 GB | |
128 MB/s | 2,100 MB/sbest | |
122.5 MB/s | 2,000 MB/sbest | |
36 monthsbest | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.23 kg | 0.032 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 88.9 mm | 65 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 20.8 mm | 9.9 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 118 mm | 50 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 128 MB/s | 2100 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 122.5 MB/s | 2000 MB/s |
Power & Connectivity(1) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | USB |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Xbox, PlayStation | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Xbox, PlayStation |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.23 kg | 0.032 kg |
Width (mm) | 88.9 mm | 65 mm |
Height (mm) | 20.8 mm | 9.9 mm |
Depth (mm) | 118 mm | 50 mm |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 5000 GB | 2000 GB |
Drive Type | HDD | SSD |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB-A to Micro-USB B cable | USB‑C to USB‑C |
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Professional reviewers commend the WD_BLACK P10 for its generous 5 TB capacity, attractive gamer-focused design, and solid build quality, noting its plug-and-play compatibility across consoles and PCs and a 3-year warranty. They criticize the lack of a USB-C cable, the outdated Micro-USB port, and remind buyers that the drive's mechanical nature cannot match SSD load times.
Everyday users love the drive's massive capacity and sleek look, praising its simplicity-just plug in and start storing games or media-while frustrations revolve around the missing USB-C cable, older Micro-USB port, and slower transfer speeds.
Professional reviewers from PCMag, Windows Central, Dong Knows Tech and StorageReview all commend the X10 for its blistering speeds, rugged build and excellent price-per-gigabyte ratio, while noting the lack of hardware encryption and the shorter warranty as trade-offs.
Everyday users praise its solid build, fast performance and hassle-free plug-and-play experience, with minor complaints about needing a compatible USB-C Gen 2×2 port for maximum speed.
“Holds all my games - no more deleting!”
“Why no USB-C cable?”
“Excellent product - seamless integration, great quality, fast delivery and superb customer service.”
