Best Western Digital External Ssd in 2026

High-speed transfers with up to 550MB/s read speeds let you move hi-res photos and videos faster (Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on drive capacity, host device, OS and application.)

Ruggedized, water- and dust-resistant (IP55-rated) (IEC 60529 IP55: Tested to withstand water flow (30 kPa) at 3 Minch; limited dust contact does not interfere with the operation. Must be clean and dry before use.)

Shock-resistant solid state core for greater durability (Shock-resistant (up to 1500G) and vibration-resistant (5g RMS, 10-2000 HZ), Non-Operating Temperature (from ‐20°C to 70°C), operating temperature (from 0°C to 45°C))

Adding extra storage for your videos, music, photos, and files..Date transfer rate:5Gbps

Transfer data at maximum speed with USB 3.0; USB 2.0 compatible

Improve PC performance - When your internal hard drive is almost full your PC slows down. Don’t delete files. Free up space on your internal hard drive by transferring files to your WD Elements portable hard drive and get your laptop moving again.

Available in capacities up to 5TB that can hold up to 125 games, so that you can save old favorites and still have room for new titles (As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. Number of games based on a 36GB average per game. The number of games will vary based on file size, formatting, other programs, and factors.)

Comes with an 18-inch (457mm) USB Type-A to Micro-B cable with SuperSpeed interface up to 5Gbps (Cable length may vary.)

Compatible with Xbox Series X/S (play and store Xbox One games, archive Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S games) and PlayStation 5 (play and store PS4 games, archive PS5 games) consoles

Get NVMe solid state performance featuring up to 1050MB/s read and up to 1000MB/s write speeds in a portable, high-capacity drive that’s perfect for creating amazing content or capturing incredible footage. Requires compatible devices capable of reaching such speed. Based on internal testing; Performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.

Up to 2 meter drop protection and IP55 water and dust resistance (3) mean this tough drive can take a beating

Use the handy Carabiner loop to secure it to your belt loop or backpack for extra peace of mind

Adding extra storage for your videos, music, photos, and files.

Transfer data at maximum speed with USB 3.0; USB 2.0 compatible

Improve PC performance - When your internal hard drive is almost full your PC slows down. Don’t delete files. Free up space on your internal hard drive by transferring files to your WD Elements portable hard drive and get your laptop moving again.

UPC: 718037884639

Weight: 0.150 lbs

High-capacity add-on storage

Fast data transfers

Plug-and-play ready for Windows PCs

Slim Design

Software for device management and backup with password protection. (Download and installation required. Terms and conditions apply. User account registration may be required.)

256-bit AES hardware encryption

Massive capacity, up to 22TB capacity. (1TB = one trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.)

Includes software for device management and backup with password protection (Download and installation required. Terms and conditions apply. User account registration may be required.)

256-bit AES hardware encryption

This version of the product is designed for the UK and comes with a UK adapter. It is not designed, labeled or packaged for retail sale outside of the UK. Contact vendor for all applicable regulations and compatibility issues, if purchased outside of UK

Fast data transfers

High-capacity add-on storage

Blazing-fast file transfers with read speeds up to 540 MB/s

Password protection with hardware encryption.Compatibility: Compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, macOS High Sierra, Sierra or El Capitan. Reformatting may be required for other operating systems.

USB Type-C and USB 3.1 Gen 2 ready; USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and USB-A compatible

Drop-resistant up to 2 meters, with a rubber protective bumper to endure bumps and shakes even while the drive is plugged in

Pocket-sized drive has a built-in cable for convenient portability

Solid state drive with no moving parts, purposefully designed and manufactured by WD for high reliability and dependability

Blazing fast NVMe technology with speeds of up to 1050MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s. | Based on reading speed unless otherwise stated. As used for transfer rate, 1 MB/s = one million bytes per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors

Password enabled 256-bit AES hardware encryption

Shock and vibration resistant. Drop resistant up to 6.5ft (1.98m)

Accelerate your productivity with fast yet affordable SSD performance from a brand you can trust.

Read speeds up to 400MB/s let you move large files fast so you can get more done in your day. (1 MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.)

A compact design and drop resistance up to 2 meters make this the perfect drive no matter where you are.

Customize your drive’s RGB lighting with the downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard (Windows only) to show off your style and make every play personal.

Kick loading into overdrive with a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface and speeds up to 2,000MB/s. (Based on read speed. 1 MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.)

Compatible with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles. {Compatible with PlayStation 4 Pro or PS4 with system software version 4.50 or higher, PlayStation 5 (Play and store PS4 games; archive PS5 games), Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S (Play and store Xbox One games; archive Xbox Series X|S games).}

Save time storing and transferring data with powerful NVMe solid state performance featuring up to 2000MB/s read or write speeds. Requires compatible devices capable of reaching such speed. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.

A forged aluminum chassis acts as a heat sink to deliver higher sustained speeds in a portable drive that’s tough enough to take on any adventure

Up to 2 meter drop protection and IP55 water and dust resistance (3), and a handy carabineer loop for securing your drive all deliver extra peace of mind when you’re out in the world

Drop-resistant up to 2 meters, and endures bumps and shakes even while the drive is plugged in thanks to the SSD technology inside and rubber edges outside

Solid state drive with no moving parts, purposefully designed and manufactured by WD for high reliability and dependability

Formatted for PC and Mac computers, with included automatic backup software for Windows and compatibility for Time Machine (reformatting required)

Highest-performance 3.5-inch drive

Highest-capacity Tier 1, mission-critical drive

Highest reliability rating in the industry

5TB storage capacity provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.

Usb 3.0 interface offers an easy-to-use connection to devices. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 for simple connection to your computer. Usb-powered.

Data transfer rates up to 5 Gaps with USB 3.0 Enable a rapid response when updating files.

Protected by our revolutionary ArmorLock security technology

Simple unlock with your phone, no password needed

Auto Unlock feature to quickly gain access to your SSD with a pre-authorized device

✅ [THUNDERBOLT 3 Certified] The power of Thunderbolt 3 interface and M.2 NVMe SSD perform high transfer speed up to 40GB/s

✅ [Deliver Lightning Speed] The Archgon X92 delivers reliable performance up to read 3400MB/s and write 3000MB/s. Transfer a 15GB 4K raw data in 10 seconds (based on internal testing and the results may vary depending on different host devices)

✅ [Better Thermal Management] Designed with dual layer of heatsink inside keeps you far away from overheat issue and maintains optimal temperature for the internal NVMe SSD

✅ [THUNDERBOLT 3 Certified] The power of Thunderbolt 3 interface and M.2 NVMe SSD perform high transfer speed up to 40GB/s (Compared to Max. 10GB/s by USB 3.1 Gen.2 )

✅ [Deliver Lightning Speed] The Archgon X70II delivers reliable performance up to read 3400MB/s and write 3000MB/s. Transfer a 15GB 4K raw data in 10 seconds (based on internal testing and the results may vary depending on different host devices)

✅ [Better Thermal Management] Designed with dual layer of heatsink inside keeps you far away from overheat issue and maintains optimal temperature for the internal NVMe SSD

Archgon X70 is the latest external Thunderbolt 3 SSD. It is fast and durable, an ideal solution for videos and photos editing. Four capacity options for you to choose to meet your needs. X70 is extremely light and small making it a perfect portable storage device. It is BUS powered, without the need of external power connection. X70 includes 24 months limited warranty. Compatible only with THUNDERBOLT 3 TYPE C PORT

Fast and Extraordinary- Thunderbolt 3 has 40GB/s bandwidth, supports data transfer four times faster than USB 3.1 Gen 2. X70 is a perfect storage choice for your Mac and PC with Thunderbolt 3

Back up your data easily and fast- Archgon X70 features M.2 PCIe Gen 3 x2 SSD, provides up to 1600 MB/s read and 1100 MB/s write speed, and ensures you speedy data transfer with reliable data storage. No more waiting, saving more time!