The Western Digital My Passport SSD 1TB external hard drive goes under € 150 at Amazon, a drop of around 19% on the price usually observed. It is currently one of our best value for money.
Western Digital has renewed its My Passport portable SSD by redesigning its design while promising much faster speeds.
Western Digital My Passport 1TB SSD
The bet is successful for WD, which more or less doubles the transfer speeds of its My Passport compared to the previous generation. The new design is neat and compactness is still there. In addition, the write and read speeds are excellent, which makes the My Passport 1TB a portable SSD of choice.
Strong points
- Compact case with neat finishes.
- High flow rates.
- Guaranteed 5 years.
- USB-A adapter supplied.
Weak points
- Cable a little too short.
- No storage pouch.
As an alternative
Crucial X8 1TB
The Crucial X8 offers a particularly convincing performance. While it is not the most compact in its class, it offers a flow that is both high and stable. The hull is also of high quality, resistant to both scratches and falls.