WD Elements Portable Hard Drive 2TB
- 2 TB capacity
- USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0
- 5400 rpm mechanical 2.5-inch drive
- Windows and Mac compatible
- 3-year limited warranty
- Over 50% recycled materials
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A plug-and-play USB-C portable hard drive for backups and file storage on Windows and Mac. As a spinning drive, it is slower and more fragile than a portable SSD.
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ASIN: B0H2G6V8KQCategory: External Hard Drives
Overview
WD Elements is a plug-and-play portable hard drive that adds storage to a laptop or desktop over USB-C. It works with Windows and Mac, comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable and is made with over half recycled materials.
Large capacity in a pocketable drive makes it simple to back up photos and documents. A spinning disk reads and writes slower than flash and dislikes drops.
Who it's for
Home and office backups, photo archives and extra space for laptops. Video editors working off the drive will want an SSD.
Pros and cons
- USB-C cable included
- Works on Windows and Mac
- Three-year limited warranty
- Slower than an SSD
- Mechanical drive sensitive to knocks
Performance notes
A spinning platter limits sustained speed, so large files copy steadily but slower than flash storage. Moving parts make shocks the main risk, so it is safest kept still while running.
Specifications
| Brand | Western Digital |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 4.64 ounces |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 2 TB |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 rpm |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 inches |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hardware Platform | Mac, PC |
| BuiltIn Media | Quick Start Guide, SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C cable, drive |
Frequently asked questions
How should I handle the WD Elements portable drive?
It is a mechanical 5400 rpm hard disk, so keep it still while it runs and avoid knocks. The listing gives no other care instructions.
Does the WD Elements 2TB work with a Mac?
Yes. It works with Windows and Mac computers.
What cable comes with the WD Elements 2TB?
A SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C cable.
What warranty does the WD Elements have?
A 3-year limited warranty.