WD My Passport SSD 500GB Weltraumgrau

0.50 TB
CHF287.40/1TB
Delivered between Mon, 25.5. and Thu, 28.5.
8 pieces in stock at third-party supplier
Supplied by
free shipping

USB ports2

Product details

The Western Digital My Passport SSD 500GB is an external solid-state drive designed for reliable and fast data storage and transfer. This compact storage medium offers a capacity of 500 GB, providing ample space for documents, photos, videos, and applications. The solid-state technology enables significantly higher transfer speeds compared to traditional hard drives, making it ideal for professionals, content creators, and users who need quick access to large files. The robust, shock-resistant casing protects data from accidental drops and shocks for long-term reliability. With dimensions of 8.9 cm in length, 5.7 cm in width, and 1.1 cm in height, as well as a weight of 45.7 g, this portable drive easily fits into bags, backpacks, and laptop cases. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface allows for read speeds of up to 1050 MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000 MB/s for efficient file transfers. Integrated password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption secures sensitive data, and the included WD Backup software enables automatic file backup to prevent data loss. Compatible with Windows and macOS systems (reformatting may be required for macOS), this external SSD operates without external power directly through the computer's USB port. The sleek, modern design with a textured surface provides improved grip, and the included USB-C to USB-C cable and USB-C to USB-A adapter ensure connectivity with various devices. As a successor to the popular My Passport series, the Western Digital My Passport SSD 500GB offers enhanced performance and durability for users seeking reliable external storage with high-quality craftsmanship and advanced data protection features.

Key specifications

USB ports
USB-AUSB-C
Exact USB ports
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (1x)
Read transfer speed
1050 MB/s
Write transfer speed
1000 MB/s
SSD Features
AES encryptionPassword protected

General information

Item number
69439995
Manufacturer
WD
Category
External SSDs
Manufacturer No.
WDBAGF5000AGY
Release date
15.4.2026

Colour

Colour
Grey
Exact colour description
Space

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
0.50 TB
USB ports
USB-AUSB-C
Exact USB ports
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (1x)
Read transfer speed
1050 MB/s
Write transfer speed
1000 MB/s
SSD Features
AES encryptionPassword protected

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂ emissions
7.62 kg
Climate contribution
CHF 0.18

Scope of delivery

Software included
WD Backup
Scope of delivery
USB C to A adapterUSB C to C cable

Product dimensions

Length
8.90 cm
Width
5.70 cm
Height
1.10 cm
Weight
45.70 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)
3 additional offers

Compare products

Goes with

Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «External SSDs» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 3.Samsung
    0.4 %
  • 3.SANDISK
    0.4 %
  • 3.WD
    0.4 %
  • 6.Lexar
    0.5 %
  • 6.Philips
    0.5 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • WD
    Not enough data
  • 1.Adata
    2 days
  • 1.Crucial
    2 days
  • 1.Intenso
    2 days
  • 1.Kingston
    2 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «External SSDs» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 4.Crucial
    0.9 %
  • 5.SANDISK
    1.1 %
  • 5.WD
    1.1 %
  • 7.Seagate
    1.2 %
  • 7.Transcend
    1.2 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good85/100
Good73/100
Rank 28 out of 40Stiftung WarentestExterne SSD-Festplatten im TestReleaseMarch 2024

They are small, robust and fast: SSD hard drives offer additional storage space for documents, photos and other data. We had 40 external SSD hard drives tested. 27 were awarded the test quality rating of Good. But it's worth taking a look at the details: We discovered significant differences in price and maximum achievable speed...

Very good96/100
Computer Bild Logo
Rank 2 out of 5Computer BildEXTERNE SSDs IM VERGLEICHReleaseMarch 2024

Fast SSDs have become affordable. For most users, SSDs with USB 3.2 Gen2 and 1 or 2 TB of storage space are the best choice. Here, the SK Hynix Beetle X31 Portable (1 TB, 100 euros) and the Emtec X210 (2 TB, 140 euros) were the best in the test. The Kingston XS1000 (80 euros) was the price-performance winner among the 1 TB models...