Western Digital Elements 8TB
Score: 71/100
Seagate Expansion 10TB
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Seagate Expansion 10TB is a desktop 3.5-inch HDD delivering up to 250 MB/s transfer rates and massive 10 TB storage for stationary backup needs. Its size, weight, and requirement for an external power adapter limit portability. Perfect for home offices or media servers needing bulk storage.
The WD Elements Desktop 8TB provides massive 8 TB storage in a 3.5-inch desktop enclosure with USB 3.0 connectivity. Its size and need for an external power adapter make it less portable. Suited for home or office backup where space isn't a concern.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8,000 GB | 10,000 GBbest | |
150 MB/s | 250 MB/sbest | |
150 MB/s | 250 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.95 kgbest | 1.176 kg |
2 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 165.86 mm | 77 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 8000 GB | 10000 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 150 MB/s | 250 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 150 MB/s | 250 MB/s |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.95 kg | 1.176 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 165.86 mm | 77 mm |
Form Factor | 3.5 in | 3.5-inch |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | external | external adapter |
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Professional editors consistently commend the Seagate Expansion 10TB for its huge capacity, straightforward plug-and-play experience, and the added value of Rescue Data Recovery Services, while noting that its HDD nature and desktop-only design limit speed and portability compared with SSD alternatives.
Everyday users appreciate the reliable, fast transfers and the hassle-free setup on both Windows and macOS, but many express frustration over the unit's size, weight, and the need for an external power adapter, which hampers use in mobile environments.
“Works seamlessly on laptops/desktops without slowing systems”
“Fast transfers (~250 MB/s) and reliable for large backups”
