WD My Passport SSD 1TB
Score: 79/100
SSK Portable SSD
Score: 80/100Rankings
The SSK SD500 1TB Portable SSD delivers up to 1050 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write speeds in a compact aluminum shell, making it one of the faster USB-C SSDs on the market. Its performance tapers after the cache is exhausted and the drive can become hot under sustained loads. Ideal for mobile creators who need high burst speeds and a lightweight, drop-resistant design.
The WD My Passport 1TB SSD combines a slim metal chassis with 256-bit AES hardware encryption and up to 1050 MB/s read speeds. Its limitations include a modest 5 GB cache that can throttle sustained writes and a premium price point. Best for mobile professionals who need secure, fast storage in a compact, drop-resistant package.
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1,024 GBbest | 1,024 GBbest | |
1,050 MB/sbest | 1,050 MB/sbest | |
1,000 MB/sbest | 1,000 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.09 gbest | 30 g |
5 yearsbest | 3 years |
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Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbit/s) Type-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 7.09 g | 30 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 127 x 101.6 x 31.75 mm mm | 68×37×12 mm mm |
Power & Compatibility(1) | ||
Compatible Operating Systems | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 3 years |
Included Accessories | USB Type-C cable; USB Type-C to Type-A adapter; WD Discovery software | USB‑C to C cable, USB‑C to A cable, protective pouch |
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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 SSK SD500 1TB for its impressive benchmark numbers-exceeding 1 GB/s in both read and write under optimal USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 conditions-and its solid aluminum build with drop resistance. They also note its broad OS compatibility, UASP/TRIM support, and value-for-money pricing, while cautioning that sustained writes dip after the cache is exhausted and the unit runs hotter than some rivals during long transfers.
Everyday users love the drive's plug-and-play simplicity, feather-light feel, and the speed boost for high-resolution media, often highlighting the included pouch and cables as a plus. Recurring complaints focus on the device heating up during extended copies, real-world speeds falling short of the advertised peak, and the smaller usable capacity caused by formatting and large allocation units.
“Plug-and-play ease across devices (PC/Mac/Android/iOS)”
“High-res photos and videos transfer in seconds, feels premium in hand”
