WD My Passport 4TB
Score: 82/100
WD My Passport 2TB
Score: 74/100Rankings
The WD My Passport Ultra 4 TB (Blue) combines high-capacity storage with USB-C connectivity, 256-bit AES hardware encryption and a suite of backup software, targeting users who need secure, portable backup across Windows and macOS. While performance is solid for a mechanical drive, the plastic chassis, heat buildup and lack of native macOS support are notable drawbacks.
The WD My Passport 2TB offers solid storage capacity, strong hardware encryption, and a lightweight, bus-powered design, making it a reliable portable backup for Windows users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4,000 GBbest | 2,000 GB | |
115 MB/sbest | 110 MB/s | |
— | 110 MB/sbest | |
36 monthsbest | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.21 kg | 0.14 kgbest |
64 MBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 74.93 mmbest | 74.93 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 19.05 mm | 13.46 mmbest |
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|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Performance(1) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 115 MB/s | 110 MB/s |
Power & Connectivity(1) | ||
Power Source | bus-powered | Bus-powered |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS (reformat) | Windows, Mac (reformat) |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.21 kg | 0.14 kg |
Height (mm) | 19.05 mm | 13.46 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 4000 GB | 2000 GB |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB-C to USB-A cable | Micro-USB to USB-A |
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Professional reviewers praise the My Passport Ultra for its generous 4 TB capacity, built-in 256-bit AES encryption, and user-friendly backup software, noting excellent performance for a mechanical drive and a reassuring 3-year warranty. Criticisms focus on the lack of active cooling, the plastic chassis without shock protection, and the fact that it cannot match SSD speeds for demanding workflows.
Everyday users appreciate the drive's plug-and-play simplicity, strong encryption, and portability, often highlighting successful large-scale backups and the high overall rating, while recurring complaints revolve around heat buildup, the need to reformat for macOS, and the short cable.
Professional reviewers praise its reliability, security features, and value, while noting the misleading USB-C marketing due to the Micro-USB port.
Users rate it highly for dependable performance and ease of use on Windows, but complain about the USB type mismatch and the need to reformat for Mac.
“Works perfectly out of the box with Windows.”
“Love the encryption - feels secure storing sensitive files.”
“Backed up 2 years of photos in one go - no issues.”
