Given that it's a mechanical drive using the USB 3.1 interface, it's not going to be as snappy as a portable SSD. While WD doesn't advertise the drive's read or write speeds, it's not going to be blazing fast. Handily, WD has kept compatibility with the older USB connections found on computers of yesteryear by including a USB-A adapter in the box. The My Passport Ultra plugs in via USB-C, making for seamless connections with the latest devices. With a 4.6 out of 5 star rating on Amazon from more than 17,000 reviews globally, it'd be hard to go wrong with the compact drive.
Western Digital's refreshed take on its popular My Passport Ultra drive is our pick for the best external hard drive for most people.
