WD My Passport SSD 1TB
Score: 82/100
Crucial X6
Score: 69/100Rankings
Western Digital's My Passport 1TB SSD delivers up to 1050 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write speeds, includes 256-bit AES hardware encryption, and comes in a sleek metal case with a 5-year warranty. Its limited 5 GB cache and occasional heat under heavy writes may concern power users, positioning it for mobile professionals needing fast, secure storage.
The Crucial X6 1TB offers a feather-light, rugged package with hardware encryption and broad device support, though its real-world speeds fall short of the advertised 800 MB/s. It is best for travelers, students and casual users who prioritize portability and price over top-tier performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1 GB | 1,000 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 800 MB/s | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 800 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.09 gbest | 40 g |
5 yearsbest | 3 years | |
2 mbest | 2 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 3 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows, macOS | PC, Mac, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox, Android, Windows 8.1+ |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 7.09 g | 40 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 101.6 x 31.75 x 127 mm mm | 69.1×64.0×10.9 mm mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 1 GB | 1000 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 1050 MB/s | 800 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 1000 MB/s | 800 MB/s |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the My Passport SSD for its sleek metal build, impressive 1050/1000 MB/s sequential performance, and strong hardware encryption, positioning it as a direct competitor to the Samsung T7 and Crucial X8. However, they note the premium price, limited 5 GB cache, and occasional heat during sustained writes as areas where it falls short of the best value proposition.
Everyday users love the drive's pocket-size portability, fast transfer speeds, and seamless Mac compatibility, often highlighting how quickly they can move large photo and video libraries. Recurring complaints focus on write speed variability, noticeable heat under heavy load, and the higher price per gigabyte compared with other external SSDs.
Professional reviewers commend the X6 for its compact, lightweight build, broad compatibility, and solid durability, positioning it as a value-driven portable SSD.
Everyday users praise the X6's pocket-size portability, ease of use across multiple platforms, and reliable durability, often noting it feels lighter than a set of keys. Common complaints revolve around slower-than-expected transfer speeds for large files and the occasional need to reformat the drive to exFAT for Android devices.
“Extremely portable and lightweight, lighter than my car keys.”
