WD My Passport 5TB
Score: 79/100
Samsung T7 2TB
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Samsung T7 2TB Portable SSD offers the same blistering 1,050 MB/s read speeds as the 1 TB model while providing double the storage in an equally lightweight aluminum case with AES-256 encryption and 2 m drop resistance. Its drawbacks include a limited cable bundle and lack of rugged IP protection, making it less suited for harsh environments. Best for users needing high-capacity, fast, portable storage without sacrificing portability.
The WD 5TB My Passport combines large capacity with AES-256 hardware encryption and backup software in a portable HDD. Its USB-3.0 Micro-B port and plastic build are less convenient and feel less premium. Great for users needing secure, high-capacity backup on Windows or macOS.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5,000 GBbest | 2,000 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.21 kg | 0.058 kgbest |
134 MB/s | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
126 MB/s | 1,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 201.17 mmbest | — |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 5000 GB | 2000 GB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Interface | USB Micro-B | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
USB Version | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 134 MB/s | 1050 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 126 MB/s | 1000 MB/s |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.21 kg | 0.058 kg |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 74.93×19.05×107.19 mm mm | 85x57x8 mm |
Design(1) | ||
Form Factor | portable | SSD |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB cable; backup and security software | USB Type-C to Type-A cable |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the WD My Passport 5TB for its reliable high-capacity storage, solid performance up to 138 MB/s read, and strong security features like AES-256 encryption and bundled backup software. They appreciate its compact, bus-powered design and value proposition, though they note the outdated Micro-B USB port, cheap-feeling plastic build, and occasional software stability issues as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the drive's large capacity, ease of plug-and-play use, portability, and quiet operation, often citing it as a go-to solution for media libraries and game backups. Recurring themes include occasional software glitches, noticeable noise and heat under heavy load, and the inconvenience of the older USB-C port, though these concerns are generally outweighed by the drive's reliability and value.
Professional reviewers are not directly quoted in the available data, but retailer descriptions and product briefs consistently highlight the T7’s blazing USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds, pocket‑sized aluminum chassis, and built‑in security as key strengths, while noting that real‑world performance depends on cable quality.
No explicit consumer reviews were found; the available information consists mainly of manufacturer and retailer specifications, so concrete user sentiment cannot be extracted.
“Large storage, reliability, ease of use, portability, and fast transfers for media/games/backups”
