Western Digital

WD My Passport SSD

Model: WDBAGF0010BGY

8.5/10
Capacity 1TB
Interface USB 3.2 Gen 2
Form Factor External
Read Speed 1,050 MB/s
Write Speed 1,000 MB/s
Endurance (TBW) 500 TB
Warranty 3 Years

Overview

Sleek, stylish external SSD with hardware encryption and drop resistance up to 6.5 feet.

Everyday Storage Analysis

Reliable 1.0TB storage with 1.1 GB/s reads - the WD My Passport SSD is a practical, affordable choice for daily backups and file transport.

Solid Everyday Performance

With 1.1 GB/s reads and 1.0 GB/s writes over a USB-C connection, the WD My Passport SSD delivers reliable performance for daily computing needs. Backing up documents, transferring photos from a laptop to a desktop, or storing a media library - this drive handles routine tasks with consistent speed and zero fuss.

Practical, No-Compromise Design

1.0TB of storage provides generous headroom for everyday files. The compact, lightweight design slips into any bag pocket, and with 500 TBW endurance backed by a 3-year warranty, it is a storage investment that will serve you for years.

Great for

  • Daily system backups (Time Machine, File History, or rsync)
  • Expanding a laptop or Chromebook storage
  • School and office file transport between devices
  • Storing and organizing photo and music libraries

1.1 GB/s reads are typical of a SATA SSD in an external enclosure - noticeably faster than any external HDD, yet well below the speed of Gen 2×2 or Thunderbolt drives. For most daily tasks, this is more than enough.

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Quick Specs

Read Speed 1050 MB/s
Write Speed 1000 MB/s