Customer Ratings & Reviews

The drives seem to do what they are supposed to as regards backing up my data, however, they run extremely hot and I have to use external fans to cool them down. Temperatures without the fans run at a minimum 50 degrees Celsius and on occasion have reached the mid to upper 50s, which is a danger zone for drives. I have software that I use to monitor this, but it should not be that I need these extra fans to keep the drives cool.

It’s very loud and slower than expected. I almost thought it’s a defected product. I bought it because there’s no LaCie 8T professional hard drive in stock .

This was so easy to install. I was up and running in under 5 minutes.

LOVE IT! Use it as a charger for my apple watch as well via the usb ports.

Works perfectly i have no regrets about this purchase!!!

As a hardcore gamer with an ever-expanding library, storage space is always at a premium. Enter the WD Game Drive 8TB external hard drive – a veritable treasure chest for digital game collections. First off, let's talk capacity. 8TB is massive. We're talking about potentially hundreds of games at your fingertips, ready to play at a moment's notice. No more agonizing over which games to delete to make room for new ones. With this drive, you can keep your entire library installed and ready to go. The drive's performance is solid. While it's not as lightning-fast as an SSD, the transfer speeds are more than adequate for gaming purposes. I've experienced minimal load time increases compared to the internal drive, which is impressive for an external HDD. Compatibility is a strong point. I've used this drive with my PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X without any issues. It's truly plug-and-play – just connect it, format if necessary, and you're good to go. The ability to easily switch between consoles is a huge plus if you're a multi-platform gamer. Build quality is robust. The drive feels sturdy and well-made, inspiring confidence in its durability. It's also surprisingly compact for its capacity, making it easy to tuck away near your console setup. One minor gripe is the lack of an included USB-C cable. Given that many modern devices use USB-C, it would have been nice to have this option out of the box. However, this is a small inconvenience in the grand scheme of things. The price point, while not cheap, offers excellent value when you consider the cost per terabyte. It's a worthwhile investment for serious gamers who want to keep their entire library accessible. In conclusion, the WD Game Drive 8TB is a game-changer for storage-strapped gamers. It offers vast capacity, good performance, and wide compatibility in a well-built package. While not perfect (what is?), it's an excellent solution for expanding your gaming horizons without constantly juggling installations. Whether you're a completionist who needs every game installed or just someone who hates deleting old favorites, this drive is a worthy addition to your gaming setup.

260 peak writes/transfers avg 255mb/s Opposed to the self powered 120-130mb/s smaller 2.5" game drives. -Pros +Price(on sale) 180$ +Speed 200+mb/s 255mb/s avg IMO one of the faster large capacity drives, i hear its a 7200rpm 8tb WD gold drive, with no sata capability as far as teardown. +Cooling option Some drives lack a cooling option which IMO insures the overall longevity of the drive, of which i purchased with a warranty +Reputable brand of which i already have a warranty account established with my 2011 sandy pc's 2x 1tb black drives.....my current laptops wd m.2 blue drive. And eventual drive purchases. I list this as a pro it could be negligible depending on what you value as a consumer +so for 20$ i have a bestbuy protection plan and WD brands warranty that comes with purchase. -Cons +As some reviews have stated it does make noise at times....i even feel the vibration on my desk/glass surface.....im afraid to put it on a mouse pad surface to reduce vibration bc i assume the reads/writes are going to be better/life wise if its on a hard surface vs a soft one idk if the internals can be affected if its on a surface that provides dampening....since SERVERS PC etc.....all have them hard mounted for example. IJS for overall lifetime of the drive in regards to ownership........the majority of noise complainers have it sideways mounted not vertically with mount...IMO i use mine right no cons here....

I had an external SSHD with another major brand, it was 4TB and cost me about $130, that drive lasted for almost 13 months and then one day, became nonexistent to any device that I plugged it into and was told by the manufacturer, that my warranty was out, so I had lost access to almost 3TB of downloaded games. I find the beauty and manage to snag it on sale for a little over $150. Twice the storage for about $30 more and comes with a 3 year warranty! I just recently got my content re-installed on the drive and it works like a champ. I have already noticed an improvement with game load times (not extreme but much better) and this drive honestly does not make too much noise for 7200rpm. I keep the drive next to the console and about 8-10 feet away from where I sit. The only time I have heard the drive, is if I have my soundbar on low or its the only thing making noise. Overall, easily 5/5 for the price I paid and the quality that I am getting.

If you need a large drive with decent speed then this is the external drive for you. Works great on PC, PS4 and Xbox and ok on PS5. I've mainly used it on my PS5 for PS4 games and it's pretty good but the PS5 is slow to read and scan all the installed games. I also found that using a external HDD in general slows down the PS5 UI and makes it slower to boot up for whatever reason. This drive is still good for the PS5 especially with the latest update that lets you archive your PS5 games on extended storage and it has decent transfer speeds. For the PS5 I'd suggest getting a Samsung T5 portable external SSD since its much faster and the PS5 seems to play much nicer with it. If you want the 8tb capacity however then this is the fastest drive for a reasonable price. As a PC, Xbox and even PS4 drive its seems to work better with there OSs for whatever reason. As for game loading it's faster than every other HDD i've used but not as good as an external SSD but that's to be expected. The drive is also kind noisy sometimes and it does require an external power brick to be plugged into the wall. Also the USB ports on the drive are power only so it's not a USB hub just a charging hub. Overall This is a great external PC drive with good speeds and a pretty good PS5 external drive for being able to keep your entire library installed.

Exactly what I needed to store lots of stuff quickly. So nice I can still walk in a place and buy items like this! WD black is reputable and so far this item has worked as designed. You do have to have a separate wall wart to power this which is a little annoying but no complaints on the speed.

Unleash the power of storage with the WD Black D10 8TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive, the ultimate solution for gamers, content creators, and professionals seeking high-capacity, high-performance storage on the go. With its massive 8TB capacity, the WD Black D10 offers ample space to store your entire game library, media collection, and creative projects, ensuring you never have to compromise on storage space again. Whether you're backing up important files, storing multimedia content, or expanding your gaming arsenal, this portable hard drive has you covered. Boasting USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity, the WD Black D10 delivers lightning-fast data transfer speeds, allowing you to quickly transfer large files and access your data with minimal latency. Say goodbye to long wait times and hello to seamless productivity and performance. Designed with gamers in mind, the WD Black D10 features a durable and stylish design that complements any gaming setup. Its sleek black exterior and LED status indicators add a touch of sophistication to your workstation, while its rugged build ensures durability and reliability even in the most demanding environments. But the WD Black D10 isn't just about storage – it's also about convenience. With its plug-and-play functionality, setup is a breeze – simply connect the drive to your device and start transferring files instantly. Plus, with WD's included backup software, you can easily schedule automatic backups to keep your data safe and secure at all times. Whether you're a gamer looking to expand your storage capacity, a content creator in need of reliable backup solutions, or a professional seeking high-performance storage for demanding workloads, the WD Black D10 8TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive is the ultimate choice. Experience unparalleled storage performance, versatility, and convenience with this powerhouse storage solution from WD.

Fast and reliable drive. Easy set up. The dock is a nice touch as well. USB-C is much faster than my old drive this replaced. 0 issues. Only downside is it has to be plugged into external power, but that was expected. I have a desktop and use this for my backups of my streams and youtube videos I upload.

We love this drive on the Playstation 5. It was a great choice so glad I didn't worry about speed and get the 2TB Solid State for more money. No play lag issues so far and not noisy by my standards as other reviewers have mentioned. Unboxing & PS5 Setup: https://youtu.be/oQtQPF1ccC0 Follow Up with Copy Speed from PS5 Internal to WD Black D10: https://youtu.be/nNhef6tBc1I

I initially bought this drive because I thought it was a Western Digital Black drive which have a good reputation for lasting a long time. My WDBlack 600GB still works after 8yrs of service (2012). This drive is an Ultrastar DC320 Data Center drive: MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure) is 2million hrs. AFR (Annual Failure Rate) is 0.44%. Search the Western Digital website for specs. Speed: any mechanical hdd will be outperformed by any SSD ever. The purpose of this drive is massive storage! I use it for my ps4pro and have about 50 games around 8-80GB each, and I still have more than 6TB of space! I plan on buying another one for my PC for cloud storage. Cost: 0.03 cents per GB, that's minus the extra $$ for an external HDD case if you were buying the HDD separately perhaps. Noise: WD Black HDDs are known to be worryingly noisy. This Ultrastar HDD is not. You might notice some movement if you're on a quiet PC (nothing compared to WD Black HDDs though), but if you're gaming it's pretty much silent.

I’m using this hard drive as a backup storage for my iMac because it seemed like a lot of bang for the buck storage-wise. It’s plenty fast for backups, and it has enough space to last me for the foreseeable future. Setup was easy - I just formatted it for my iMac and plugged it in. There is a low thumping sound when it’s working but it’s not annoying - it’s to be expected. It’s a great brand that I trust, and I expect that it will last way longer than I’ll need it to.

This drive works GREAT for my Series X... It's a enterprise level drive, so it's designed to constantly be running if people were wondering... It can be a loud drive, but it's just part of the deal... This is a particularly great drive for transferring back and forth games to the internal Series X drive to make room because this kind of drive is designed to be able that kind of wear and tear... Best purchase I could have done fir moving all of my 350+ Xbox One games to my new system... Highly recommend... Reminder that only the 8tb and up drives are the enterprise category drives... The 5tb and lower are WAY slower drives...

This holds all the pictures and videos I have. Plus it will hold some game files and programs. Runs fast and quiet.

This D10, is quick even for not being a SSD. It keeps up with the speeds and is a great external HD and with 8TB you can store all your PS4 games on it and the PS5 recognizes the HD and plays games directly from it and downloads directly to it. You can store PS5 games on it, but have to transfer back to the PS5 SSD in order to play them.

no it is not over kill. I am a video and photo editor and I game. I have over 30 Steam games saved to this and on top of having all my editing software saved to it and It is amazing. I still have about 5T left to use. Its fast like fast. Just buy it trust me

Large Voulume very fast hard drive - plug and play no problems - easy networking to back up 4 home computers with plenty of room to spare - suprising how fast transfering numerous gigabytes of data was.