Western Digital Elements Φορητός 5TB USB-C εξωτερικός σκληρός δίσκος (Μαύρος)

Video editors and photographers often juggle terabytes of raw footage and high-resolution images while moving between studio and client sites. The WD Elements Portable 5TB USB-C external hard drive slips into a backpack or even a jacket pocket, yet holds enough data for entire project archives. Plug it into a modern laptop, desktop, or USB-C hub and start offloading files immediately—no external power brick needed.

Key specifications

• Storage capacity: 5 TB
• Interface: USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.0)
• Data transfer rate: up to 5 Gbps
• Form factor: 2.5-inch HDD
• Power: Bus-powered – no external power adapter required
• Colour: Graphite Black
• Compatibility: Windows 10, 8.1, 7; macOS (reformatting required for Time Machine)

Why choose it

WD Elements has long been a trusted name in external storage, and this USB-C version brings a modern connection to a proven platform. The drive is pre-formatted to NTFS for Windows, so you can plug it in and start transferring immediately. The USB-C connector is reversible and increasingly standard on new laptops, meaning you can connect without hunting for the right orientation. For Mac users, a simple reformat to APFS or HFS+ opens up the same plug-and-play convenience on macOS.

Ideal use cases

• Backing up a laptop or desktop to a single, portable drive
• Storing and archiving video projects, photo libraries, and music collections
• Extending the storage capacity of consoles, smart TVs, or routers that support external USB drives
• Carrying sensitive work files between office and home

Good to know

The drive includes a USB-C to USB-A cable and a USB-A to USB-C adapter, ensuring compatibility with both legacy and modern ports. Its plastic enclosure keeps weight down while protecting the drive during everyday transport. Operating temperature range is 5°C to 35°C, and storage temperature range is -20°C to 65°C. No security features are built in, so consider software encryption for sensitive data.