
WD My Passport 2TB
Score: 75/100
Aocesk 2TB Portable SSD
Score: 80/100Rankings

The Aocesk Portable Mobile SSD is an aluminum enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs, offering up to 2 TB (or user-installed up to 4 TB) of storage with USB 3.1 connectivity and smart hibernation. While its build quality and flexibility are strong points, the lack of NVMe support and modest USB-3.0 speeds limit its appeal for high-performance users.

The WD My Passport 2TB HDD delivers reliable storage, strong encryption, and a lightweight, bus-powered design, ideal for Windows-centric backup needs.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GBbest | 2,000 GBbest | |
110 MB/s | 625 MB/sbest | |
110 MB/s | 625 MB/sbest | |
36 monthsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.12 kgbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 74.93 mm | 33 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 11.18 mm | 8 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 107.19 mm | 102 mmbest |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 3.1 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 110 MB/s | 625 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 110 MB/s | 625 MB/s |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS (reformat) | Windows, macOS, Android, iOS |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Width (mm) | 74.93 mm | 33 mm |
Height (mm) | 11.18 mm | 8 mm |
Depth (mm) | 107.19 mm | 102 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Drive Type | HDD | SSD |



Reviewers commend its capacity, USB 3.0 performance, and encryption, while noting the lack of a metal chassis and rugged features.
Users appreciate its reliability and value, but frequently mention the need to reformat for Mac and the plastic build quality.

Professional reviewers view the Aocesk enclosure as a niche, DIY-focused product; its aluminum construction and smart hibernation are modest strengths, but the USB 3.0/3.1 interface and lack of NVMe support are major drawbacks compared to modern portable SSDs.
Everyday users praise the slim metal design, plug-and-play ease, and ability to reuse existing M.2 SATA SSDs, while complaining about confusion over it being an enclosure only and the slower-than-expected transfer rates.
“I had to learn how to format via Disk Utility for use with MacBooks, but it works well now and does what it is supposed to do: sit there and blink.”

