WD My Passport 5TB
Score: 79/100
SanDisk Extreme
Score: 80/100Rankings
The SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD 1TB provides fast 1050 MB/s reads in a lightweight, IP65-rated package. Its performance trails newer ultra-fast SSDs and it lacks some premium durability features. Suited for creators needing a portable, water-resistant drive at a reasonable price.
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 | 1,000 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.21 kg | 0.052 kgbest |
134 MB/s | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
126 MB/s | 1,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 201.17 mmbest | — |
3 years | 5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 5000 GB | 1000 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 | 0.052 kg |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 74.93×19.05×107.19 mm mm | 100.8x52.1x9.6 mm |
Power(1) | ||
Power Source | bus | Bus-powered |
Design(1) | ||
Form Factor | portable | Portable SSD |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 5 years |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | USB cable; backup and security software | USB‑C to USB‑C cable; USB‑C to USB‑A adapter |
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 They appreciate its compact, bus-powered design and value proposition, though they note the outdated Micro-B USB port, cheap-feeling plastic build, and occasional software stability issues as drawbacks.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 commend the Extreme Portable SSD 1TB for its high sequential read speed, noting it delivers smoother playback when editing video files. They also appreciate its lightweight, bus-powered design and the inclusion of both USB-C and USB-A adapters, which together make it a solid choice for creators on the move.
Everyday users have limited publicly documented feedback, but the available comments emphasize appreciation for the drive's speed, portability, and cross-platform compatibility. The lack of extensive user reviews makes broader sentiment harder to gauge.
“Large storage, reliability, ease of use, portability, and fast transfers for media/games/backups”
“the speed of this SSD mainly when reading files will provide smoother playback”
