The WD_BLACK D30 Game Drive is an external solid-state drive (SSD) from Western Digital, specifically designed for gamers and creative users. With a storage capacity of 2 terabytes, it offers ample space for games, multimedia content, and important data. The SSD is portable and easy to handle, making it ideal for on-the-go use. Thanks to the USB 3.0 interface with a USB-C connector, the D30 achieves impressive data transfer rates of up to 900 MB/s, ensuring fast load times and smooth performance. Its compact design and lightweight make it a practical companion for those who are frequently on the move. The D30 is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows and macOS, and is also suitable for use with gaming consoles like the PlayStation 4. This SSD combines performance and mobility in an elegant design.
Read transfer speed | 900 MB/s |
Write transfer speed | 900 MB/s |
SSD Features | AES encryption |
Exact USB ports | USB-A 3.0 (1x) |
USB ports | USB-C |
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Item number | 16034476 |
Manufacturer | WD |
Category | External SSD |
Manufacturer no. | WDBATL0020BBK-WESN |
Release date | 28.5.2021 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Storage capacity | 2 TB |
USB ports | USB-C |
Exact USB ports | USB-A 3.0 (1x) |
Read transfer speed | 900 MB/s |
Write transfer speed | 900 MB/s |
SSD Features | AES encryption |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | USB C to A cable |
Length | 9.60 cm |
Width | 3.50 cm |
Height | 5.80 cm |
Weight | 137 g |
Length | 16.40 cm |
Width | 13.30 cm |
Height | 5.40 cm |
Weight | 266 g |
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The WD_Black D30 helps console and laptop gamers out of their storage predicament. The military design is striking; the very good price-performance ratio is one more reason to buy.
The WD_Black D30 helps gamers out of the storage predicament. The military design is striking; the very good price-performance ratio is one more reason to buy.
With 157 grams, the WD Black D30 Game Drive is a small chunk, but one that can do something: The solid metal housing ensures good heat dissipation - an advantage when copying large amounts of data. The speed when reading data is right, and the D30 only just misses a good mark when writing.