Extended review
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Whether you are a student, an aspiring content creator, or simply in need of reliable backup, the Western Digital My Passport drive is a classic and proven solution. It offers a great combination of large capacity, portability, and ease of use, all in a compact and elegant enclosure.
InterfaceUSB 3.2 GEN1
Physical Size2.5"
Warranty3 Years
Comprehensive Storage Solution for Every Need
With a generous 2TB capacity, the My Passport drive allows you to store thousands of photos, hundreds of high-quality videos, and countless important documents without worrying about space. It's the perfect solution for backing up entire systems, large portfolios, or personal media collections that will accompany you everywhere.
Realistic Performance
| Read Speed (Average) | Up to 130MB/s |
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| Write Speed (Average) | Up to 120MB/s |
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| Access Time (Latency) | Typical for HDD |
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It's important to remember that this is a hard disk drive (HDD), not an SSD. Therefore, transfer speeds will be lower than SSDs, but they are perfectly adequate for transferring large files and daily backups. USB 3.2 GEN1 ensures full utilization of the drive's capabilities.
🛡️Western Digital ReliabilityA household name in storage, ensuring long-term durability and stable performance.
🔄Automatic BackupWD Discovery software included for easy and continuous backup from your computer or cloud.
🎒Maximum Portability2.5-inch size and USB-powered only, perfect for carrying in a bag.
Points to Consider- HDD transfer speeds, not suitable for use as a system drive
- More sensitive to physical shocks than SSDs
- Not recommended for 4K video editing directly from the drive (SSD is preferable)
