Portable 1TB External Hard Drive USB 3.0 for PC, Laptop,MacBook, Mac, Windows
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Portable 1TB External Hard Drive USB 3.0 for PC, Laptop,MacBook, Mac, Windows

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Source
eBay.com
Category
For Mac
Type
external hard drive for macbook pro

About this product

This ATA portable 1TB external hard drive offers USB 3.0 connectivity and is compatible with PCs, laptops, MacBooks, and Mac operating systems. Encased in a black, 2.5-inch form factor, it boasts a read speed of 120MB/s and an 8MB cache. The drive emphasizes that it's an actual external hard drive, not flash memory or an SD card. It includes a USB 3.0 cable and comes in retail packaging, with an item weight of 5 oz (28g) and dimensions of 5 inches in length and 3 inches in width.

Our take

I found this 1TB external hard drive to be a reliable choice for general storage. The 1TB capacity is a good balance for most users needing to back up files or expand laptop storage. The USB 3.0 interface is efficient, supporting a stated 120MB/s read speed, which is decent for an HDD. It's truly portable with its 2.5-inch form factor and light weight. The explicit mention that it's an 'actual external hard drive' and not flash memory clarifies expectations. While it handles basic tasks well, those needing top-tier speed might look at SSDs, but for an HDD, this offers solid performance.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 1TB storage capacity
  • USB 3.0 for good transfer speeds
  • Portable 2.5-inch form factor
  • Lightweight at 5 oz (28g)
  • Compatible with PC and Mac

Cons

  • Write speed noted as '2x', lacks specific value
  • HDD type, not as fast as SSDs

Specifications

  • Compatible With Mac, PC, Laptop
  • USB Specification USB 3.0
  • Color Black
  • Item Length 5"
  • An actual external hard drive that can run apps, games & Software Not flash memory or an SD card are made for temporary Storage.
  • Brand ATA
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Form Factor
2.5 in
Type
External Drive
Read Speed
120MB/s
Drive Type(s) Supported
Windows PC & Mac OS
Package includes
1-1TB external hard drive. 1-USB 3.0 cable 1-In a retail box
Transfer Rate
125 Mbps
Features
USB 3.0/3.1, Compatible with USB 2.0, USB Port
Storage Capacity
1 TB
Write Speed
2x
Item Width
3"
Item Weight
5 oz (28g)
Interface
USB
Country of Origin
China
Product Line
Expansion
Cache
8 MB

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