Kosbees Ultra Slim Portable External Hard Drive 500GB
- Digital Storage Capacity: 0.5 TB
- HardDrive Size: 0.5 TB
- Hard Disk Interface: USB 3.0
- Hardware Connectivity: USB 3.0
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A basic, inexpensive 500GB USB 3.0 drive for backups and older consoles, not a solution for current gen game storage.
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ASIN: B0FJRQ9VMMModel: 595048Category: External Hard Drives
Overview
This is a compact 500GB USB 3.0 external hard drive aimed at budget storage overflow for PCs, laptops and older game consoles. It suits anyone who needs extra backup or media space and does not need SSD speeds.
The listing is upfront about a limitation that matters: it works as extra storage on PS5 and Xbox Series consoles, but current gen games have to be copied to the internal SSD before they will run, only last gen PS4 and Xbox One titles play directly off the drive. That single note does more to set expectations than the rest of the marketing copy, which leans on generic plug and play language.
- 500GB capacity in a slim enclosure
- USB 3.0 with up to 133MB/s read speed
- Compatible with PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC, Mac and Linux
- Includes USB cable and quick start guide
Who it's for
Fits anyone who needs cheap overflow storage for documents, media or last gen console libraries. It is not a fit for anyone wanting to run current PS5 or Xbox Series games from external storage.
Pros and cons
- Simple plug and play setup on Windows
- Works across PC, Mac, Linux and older consoles
- Light at 0.35 lbs for portability
- 1 year warranty included
- Only 500GB of capacity
- Cannot run current gen PS5/Xbox Series games directly
- Mac requires manual reformatting first
Performance notes
Data moves over a USB 3.0 connection with a stated read speed up to 110 to 133 MB/s and write up to 103 MB/s, in line with a standard external hard drive rather than an SSD. It formats for Windows out of the box, Mac users need to reformat to exFAT first. Windows will report the drive as roughly 465GB rather than the full 500GB, a normal result of binary versus decimal gigabyte counting rather than a defect.
Specifications
| Brand | Kosbees |
|---|---|
| Model | 595048 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| HardDrive Size | 0.5 TBlower than 86% of 30 external hard drives |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 4.7 × 3.2 × 0.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 0.5 TBlower than 97% of 148 external hard drives |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 rpm |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Box |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 inches |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hardware Platform | Mac, PC, Laptop |
| Data Transfer Rate | 120 Mbpslower than 85% of 21 external hard drives |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business, Gaming, Personal |
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Frequently asked questions
Can I play PS5 games directly from this 500GB external hard drive?
No, current gen PS5 and Xbox Series games must be copied to the console's internal SSD first, this drive works directly only with last gen PS4 and Xbox One titles.
Does this external hard drive need to be formatted for Mac?
Yes, it ships ready for Windows, Mac users need to format it to exFAT before first use.
Why does Windows show less than 500GB of space on this drive?
Windows uses binary gigabyte counting, so a 500GB drive measured in decimal terms typically displays as about 465GB, this is standard across hard drives, not a shortage.