Western Digital 5TB My Passport Portable HDD for Mac (Blue)
WDBA2F0050BBL-WESN
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Portable hard drive 5TB storage Micro-B connection
- SuperSpeed USB-A cable included
- Works with Windows 10 and ChromeOST compact design
- Password protection software backup quick install guide
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Western Digital
- Model Number:
- WDBA2F0050BBL-WESN
- Storage Capacity:
- 5TB
- Read Speed (mbps):
- 5000
- Connections:
- Micro-B
- Type:
- Portable Hard Drive
Connections
- Connection Type:
- USB-A
General Information
- Colour:
- Blue
- System Requirements:
- Windows® 10+, ChromeOST
- What's In The Box:
- My Passport® portable hard drive, SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps), Software1 for device management and backup with password protection, Quick install guide
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 3 Year
Connections
- Connection Type:
- USB-A
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 3 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 19.15
- Product Width (mm):
- 75
- Product Depth (mm):
- 107.2
- Product Weight (g):
- 24
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 19
- Box Width (mm):
- 75
- Box Depth (mm):
- 107
- Box Weight (kg):
- 0
Product Reviews of Western Digital 5TB My Passport Portable HDD for Mac (Blue)
Overall Rating Snapshot
5 out of 5 stars from 1 review
100% of users recommend this product
WD 5TB Great product
5TB WD their hard drive quality is always as good as ever,massive storage for keeping all my old home movies downloading from vhs to digital.
glenn
Confirmed purchase 22 December 2024
Published on 15 January 2025
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At a glance
The Western Digital 5TB My Passport for Mac is a compact portable hard drive built for Mac users needing lots of space for backups, photos, videos and everyday files. It suits students, home users and creatives who want straightforward external storage with strong capacity in an easy-to-carry design. Its main strength is affordable high-capacity backup, but it is noticeably slower and less rugged than premium portable SSDs.
What it’s great for
- Mac Backups
- Photo Storage
- Video File Storage
- Everyday File Carrying
- Home Use
- Student Use
Where it works best
- Home Office
- Study Space
- University Campus
- Travel Bag
- Small Business Desk
Who it’s for
- Mac User
- University Student
- Home User
- Everyday Professional
- Photographer with Archive Needs
Things to consider
This portable HDD gives far more capacity per dollar than many SSDs, but file transfers, app launching and large media workflows will be slower than premium solid-state drives.
Portability rating
8/10 - easy to carry and compact for a high-capacity hard drive, though not as pocket-friendly as smaller SSDs
Backup suitability
9/10 - very good for routine Mac backups, media archives and general household file protection
Durability vs category average
About average for a portable HDD; suitable for normal transport, but less shock-resistant than portable SSDs
Multi-device compatibility
Works best with Mac and can typically be reformatted for broader use with other compatible devices
Ease of use score
9/10 - simple to connect and use for storage or backup with minimal setup for Mac users
Key benefits
- High-Capacity Storage: 5TB of space gives you room for large photo libraries, videos, documents and long-term backups in one portable drive.
- Mac-Focused Setup: Designed for Mac users, making it a straightforward option for adding external storage and backup space.
- Portable Design: The compact body is easy to slip into a backpack or laptop sleeve for storage on the go.
- USB Connectivity: Simple wired connection makes it easy to use for file transfers and routine backups without extra accessories in most setups.
- Backup Friendly: Well suited to scheduled backups of documents, photos and personal media collections.
- Cost-Effective Capacity: Offers more storage for the money than many portable SSD options when maximum space matters most.
- Bus-Powered Operation: Runs directly from the USB connection, so you do not need a separate power adapter for everyday use.
- Everyday Archive Storage: A practical choice for keeping older projects, media libraries and personal files off your main computer.
Q: Does this portable drive work with USB-C only MacBooks
A: Yes, but not with the included cable alone. The drive uses a Micro-B connection and comes with a USB-A cable, so most USB-C only MacBooks need a separate compatible adapter or a Micro-B to USB-C cable.
Q: Can I use this Mac drive with a Windows PC too
A: Yes, but it needs reformatting before regular Windows use. Reformatting erases existing data, so it is best to set the drive up for the main computer you plan to use rather than switching between Mac backup use and Windows use.
Q: Can one drive handle Time Machine backups and personal files
A: Yes, this drive can be used for Time Machine backups and everyday file storage. If you want backup files kept separate from documents, photos or media, macOS can split the drive into partitions, but that takes some setup before you start saving data.
Q: Is 5TB enough for large photo and home video archives
A: Western Digital 5TB My Passport for Mac is suited to large libraries of photos, scanned documents and home videos in one place. It is practical for archive storage, but as an HDD it will feel slower than solid-state storage with big folders.
Q: Will this drive fit easily in a laptop sleeve pocket
A: Yes, in most cases. At 19.15mm high, 75mm wide and 107.2mm deep, the drive is compact enough for a laptop sleeve pocket or backpack organiser, though the cable still needs a little extra room beside it.