Best WD products in the External SSD category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best WD products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. WD My Passport SSD
Larger files and more content require more power. The My Passport SSD offers read speeds of up to 1,050 MB/s, write speeds of up to 1,000 MB/s, and storage capacities of up to 2 TB. This allows you to access your digital universe freely anytime and anywhere.
Your digital content is valuable and needs reliable protection. That's why it features 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection, as well as straightforward data backup.
You can take the drive anywhere with peace of mind. The My Passport SSD has a sleek metal casing with an impressive look that is robust enough for any situation. It is shock and vibration resistant and can withstand drops from up to 1.98 meters.
Integrated backup software makes it easy to back up large files to the drive or to the cloud – just set it up once and you're done. It is compatible with Apple Time Machine (requires reformatting).
Stylish design with a high-quality metal casing – available in various colors. The My Passport SSD impresses both inside and out with high-quality components and good workmanship. A hard drive of proven, reliable WD quality.
No setup required. The drive, compatible with both PC and Mac, can be used immediately. The My Passport SSD features USB 3.2 Gen-2 technology, comes with a USB-C cable, and also includes a USB-A adapter for use with older devices.
2. WD Elements SE
Take advantage of cost-effective SSD performance in a portable format for mobile use. Boost your productivity with a WD Elements SE SSD featuring read speeds of up to 400 MB/s. The compact design with drop resistance from heights of up to 2 meters makes this SSD the right choice for any application. Thanks to its plug-and-play functionality, you can integrate the SSD into your workflow immediately after unpacking.
3. WD P40 Game Drive SSD
Stylish design, hardcore gaming: with the powerful WD_BLACK P40 Game Drive SSD. The downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard gives you full control over the LED lighting for a personalized gaming experience (Windows only). This high-performance SSD storage features lightning-fast speeds in a compact and shock-resistant package that you can easily take anywhere.
Your game in the right light: Customize the RGB lighting of your SSD. With the downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard (Windows only), you can showcase your own style and make every game a personal experience.
The kickstart for warp speed: Outpace the competition in matches with a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface and speeds of up to 2,000 MB/s.
Own and dominate anywhere: Thanks to its compact form factor, your game library is always easy to take on the go.
Store more, play more: Even the latest and most storage-hungry titles can be installed and ready to go with capacities of up to 2 TB.
Portable for on-the-go: This rugged and portable SSD is backed by the reliability of WD_BLACK. Shock-resistant from drops of up to two meters, it is ideal as mobile gaming storage.
4. WD Black C50
Expand your Xbox game collection with the official Designed for Xbox-licensed WD_BLACK C50 storage expansion card. The WD_BLACK C50 is equipped with a super-fast NVMe SSD core and utilises Xbox Velocity Architecture to deliver ultra-fast, low-latency performance that emulates the console's internal SSDs. Enjoy a seamless gaming experience and switch between multiple games instantly with Quick Resume.
5. WD Black D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox
Expand your library and boost performance with the WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox. With up to 2 TB of storage capacity for up to 50 games, you won't have to delete your favorite titles to make room for the next big release. Load your games faster with optimized speeds of up to 900 MB/s. This drive is the perfect technical and visual complement to your Xbox.
Load your games quicker with the WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox, which offers optimized speeds of up to 900 MB/s, allowing you to play with minimal loading times.
The stylish WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox features a removable stand and fits perfectly with your Xbox console.
Store up to 50 games on the WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox, equipped with up to 2 TB of capacity, so you can expand your collection without having to delete your favorite games from the console.
Included with your purchase is a 1-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, providing access to over 100 games on console and PC, as well as online multiplayer for your console.
You can store your Xbox One game collection directly on the WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox and continue playing on your current console, as well as save Xbox Series X|S titles on it.
A WD_BLACK will never let you down. Designed for top-tier experiences, it comes with a 3-year warranty. You can always rely on your WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for Xbox; it is your greatest ally on the path to your next victory.
6. WD Black D30 Game Drive
No annoying waiting for loading and even more storage space with the WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD. Play longer and delete less with up to 2 TB capacity. Get right into the action thanks to optimised speeds of up to 900 MB/s. The ideal technical and visual addition to your gaming machine.
NEVER STARE AT THE LOADING BAR AGAIN
Open your games faster with the WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD thanks to optimised speeds of up to 900 MB/s, so you can spawn with minimal load times and play mercilessly.
MADE FOR CONSOLES. PERFECT LOOKS.
The stylish WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD features a detachable stand and fits perfectly with your console.
NO NEED TO DELETE ANYTHING
Store up to 50 games with the WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD. Equipped with a capacity of up to 2 TB, so you can expand your collection at will without having to delete your favourite games from the console.
INNOVATIVE STORAGE FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF CONSOLES
The WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD is compatible with the latest consoles, PlayStation 5 (play and save PS4 games, archive PS5 games) or Xbox Series X|S (play and save Xbox One games, archive Xbox Series X|S games).
FULL CONCENTRATION ON PLAYING
Full concentration on the game instead of hardware problems. WD_BLACK sets the standard for premium storage expansion and performance. The WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive SSD for gamers offers reliable performance, speed and capacity.
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WD Black D30 Game Drive
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7. WD Black P50 Game Drive SSD
WD Black P50 Game Drive SSD
Compact SSD, defined by performance
The WD Black P50 Game Drive SSD provides you and your PC or console with the tools you need to control your gaming experience as you wish. With read speeds of up to 2000 MB/s and up to 2 TB of storage, you’ll spend less time waiting to get back into the game and more time actually playing your game collection. The WD Black P50 Game Drive SSD is designed from the ground up specifically for gamers. It features an innovative design and is future-proof with a SuperSpeed USB interface (20 Gbit/s), ensuring full compatibility with new gaming components that come to market with the same connectivity.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 2 TB
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
- USB-C connector
- Compatibility: Windows 8.1, 10
- macOS 10.11+
- PlayStation 4 Pro or PS4 with system software version 4.50 or higher
- Xbox One
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 118.11 x 61.98 x 13.97 mm
Included in the box
- WD Black P50 Game Drive SSD
- USB Type-C to Type-C cable
- USB Type-C to Type-A cable
- Quick installation guide.
8. WD Black C50 Expansion Card for Xbox
Game files are getting bigger all the time, but with the WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox, you can significantly increase the memory of your Xbox Series X|S quickly and easily and install more titles. Plug the officially licensed card directly into the console and you'll get performance comparable to the Xbox's internal storage. Included in the purchase is a 1-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership with access to over 100 games on console and PC, plus online multiplayer for your console.
Xbox performance
The WD_BLACK C50 expansion card for Xbox uses Xbox Velocity Architecture to deliver comparable performance to the internal storage of your Xbox Series X|S for a smooth experience across all your favourite games.
Store more big titles
Games are getting bigger and cluttering up storage. With capacities from 512 GB to 1 TB, you can install more titles and launch them anytime.
Easy installation
This officially licensed Xbox expansion card works plug-and-play with your Xbox Series X|S, so you don't have to worry about compatibility or installation.
WD_BLACK design
The smart, industrial design of the expansion card offers the quality you've come to expect from WD_BLACK and fits perfectly with your Xbox console.
More storage and more games on your Xbox
With other solutions, you have to transfer your games between the storage and the console. With the WD_BLACK C50 expansion card for Xbox, you can start your games whenever you want.
Compatible with Quick Resume
Pause the current game, play another game and resume the first game as if you never paused it. Only the Xbox console's internal SSD and expansion cards support this time-saving feature.
