WD Elements SE 2TB
Score: 59/100
Corsair EX400U 2TB
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Corsair EX400U 2TB delivers blazing USB4 performance up to 4,000 MB/s read and includes MagSafe compatibility in a tiny 64 mm square case. It lacks an IP rating and rugged drop protection, and carries a premium price. Perfect for professionals needing near-internal speeds on modern USB4 devices.
WD's Elements SE 2TB portable SSD offers a spacious 2 TB capacity with read speeds up to 400 MB/s in a compact, drop-resistant design. Its modest performance and lack of encryption limit it to users seeking affordable, everyday backup storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 GB | 2,000 GBbest | |
400 MB/s | 4,000 MB/sbest | |
— | 3,600 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 27 gbest | 92 g |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
2 mbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.0 | USB4 Type‑C |
OS Compatibility | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOS |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 27 g | 92 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 64.5 x 8.6 x 64.5 mm mm | 64.3×64×12 mm mm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB cable | 30 cm USB‑C to USB‑C cable (40 Gbps, 60 W PD), 7 cm USB‑C cable with 90° connector |
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 2 GB | 2000 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 400 MB/s | 4000 MB/s |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the WD Elements SE a solid, affordable choice for everyday storage, praising its reliability, decent read speed, and ruggedness, but they consistently note its speed ceiling and heating under load as drawbacks compared to higher-end SSDs.
Everyday users appreciate the drive's fast, compact nature and reliable backup performance, especially for gaming and media servers, while repeatedly mentioning heat buildup during long transfers and wishing for faster speeds.
Professional reviewers praise the EX400U for its tiny footprint, blazing USB4 performance, and hassle-free plug-and-play experience. The inclusion of a full-length 40 Gbps cable and the ability to operate without a separate power brick were highlighted as strong points, while the drive's speed is consistently described as comparable to internal SSDs.
