Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for blank media.
Blank media is a type of data storage. It is also called "writeable" or "recordable" media and can be used to store and transfer files. If you're unsure which one to get, here are some options. Browse the top-ranked list of blank media below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Crucial - T500 2TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe M.2
Model: CT2000T500SSD8SKU: 6566097Top comment"[CONS] I'm drawing a blank.... Any mention of anything else might be nitpicking. ...This is a great drive for gaming and media storage but just do your research about random read/write before committing to using as a boot drive."
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Fuel your system performance with the Crucial® T500 Gen4 NVMe® SSD. Experience faster gaming and amp up your creative potential with an SSD that moves as fast as you need it to. Heavy tasks are no problem with better performance to power efficiency, and the T500 works with your laptop or desktop.Top comment"[CONS] I'm drawing a blank.... Any mention of anything else might be nitpicking. ...This is a great drive for gaming and media storage but just do your research about random read/write before committing to using as a boot drive."
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Fuel your system performance with the Crucial® T500 Gen4 NVMe® SSD. Experience faster gaming and amp up your creative potential with an SSD that moves as fast as you need it to. Heavy tasks are no problem with better performance to power efficiency, and the T500 works with your laptop or desktop.See all Internal SSDsLG - 8x External USB 2.0 Double-Layer DVD±RW/±R/-RAM/CD-RW Drive - Black
Model: GP65NB60SKU: 5581020Top comment"I like having the option to still use physical media....Missing media drive"
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Burn discs fast and efficiently with this LG external disc drive. A max 8x DVD+R write speed means you spend less time transferring files and more time enjoying your media, while compatibility with both iOS and Windows lets you use this drive with multiple computers. This LG external disc drive comes with a mini USB cable and needs no other power source.Top comment"I like having the option to still use physical media....Missing media drive"
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Burn discs fast and efficiently with this LG external disc drive. A max 8x DVD+R write speed means you spend less time transferring files and more time enjoying your media, while compatibility with both iOS and Windows lets you use this drive with multiple computers. This LG external disc drive comes with a mini USB cable and needs no other power source.See all External DVD DrivesApple - SuperDrive 8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Silver
Model: MD564LL/ASKU: 5856129Top comment"It has a small desktop footprint yet is quite versatile in the types of blank media it will accept. Setup is a breeze; just plug it into any available USB port. ...it fixes the issue of media transfer one device to another that still uses disc based medium."
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Create customized DVDs with this Apple® SuperDrive 8x external DVD±RW/CD-RW drive that features support for double-layer media, so you can easily back up your important files. The built-in USB cable ensures simple connectivity.Top comment"It has a small desktop footprint yet is quite versatile in the types of blank media it will accept. Setup is a breeze; just plug it into any available USB port. ...it fixes the issue of media transfer one device to another that still uses disc based medium."
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Create customized DVDs with this Apple® SuperDrive 8x external DVD±RW/CD-RW drive that features support for double-layer media, so you can easily back up your important files. The built-in USB cable ensures simple connectivity.See all External DVD DrivesWD - BLACK SN770 500GB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4
Model: WDBBDL5000ANC-WRSNSKU: 6495874Top comment"And, cloning from the original M.2 NVMe in a USB C enclosure to this newly installed blank drive using the version of Acronis True Image available from the Western Digital web site makes this possible....Whether you're gaming, editing high-resolution media, or running intensive workloads, the SN770 ensures seamless performance and uncompromising reliability. "
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Optimize your computer for gameplay with this Western Digital WD_BLACK NVMe internal SSD. The 500GB storage capacity offers ample space for titles, videos and music files, while the WD_BLACK Dashboard lets you monitor the drive's health and performance. This Western Digital WD_BLACK NVMe internal SSD features a PCIe Gen 4x4 interface for seamless setup with most PCs and boasts read speeds of up to 5000MB/sec. for rapid file access.Top comment"And, cloning from the original M.2 NVMe in a USB C enclosure to this newly installed blank drive using the version of Acronis True Image available from the Western Digital web site makes this possible....Whether you're gaming, editing high-resolution media, or running intensive workloads, the SN770 ensures seamless performance and uncompromising reliability. "
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Optimize your computer for gameplay with this Western Digital WD_BLACK NVMe internal SSD. The 500GB storage capacity offers ample space for titles, videos and music files, while the WD_BLACK Dashboard lets you monitor the drive's health and performance. This Western Digital WD_BLACK NVMe internal SSD features a PCIe Gen 4x4 interface for seamless setup with most PCs and boasts read speeds of up to 5000MB/sec. for rapid file access.See all Internal SSDsPNY - 128GB Attaché 4 USB 2.0 Type A Flash Drive - Black
Model: P-FD128ATT4-GESKU: 5577085Top comment"good media storage...Works great for storing and transferring media and data files....media drive for image, video backup for normal use...A good option to have a media backup as thumb drive, but not much reliable for commercial TV display as media drive."
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Take your data on the go with this PNY Attaché USB 2.0 flash drive that features a spacious 128GB capacity for storing your files.Top comment"good media storage...Works great for storing and transferring media and data files....media drive for image, video backup for normal use...A good option to have a media backup as thumb drive, but not much reliable for commercial TV display as media drive."
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Take your data on the go with this PNY Attaché USB 2.0 flash drive that features a spacious 128GB capacity for storing your files.See all USB Flash DrivesWD - BLACK SN770M 2TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 M.2 2230 for ROG Ally and Steam Deck
Model: WDBDNH0020BBK-WRSNSKU: 6551144Top comment"We have seen storage capacities go up, while size of drives have gone down, all while increasing the read/write speeds to huge amounts. The WD Blank SN770M is probably the best example of this phenomenon I have ever seen. ...It comes with a 512GB drive, which is not enough to store the entire library of games and media. Before you start, make sure your BIOS is updated with the latest firmware using the MyAsus app. "
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Get ready to download more games to your gaming platform with up to 2TB of storage on M.2 2230 with the WD_BLACK SN770M Mobile NVMe SSD. Bring your whole game library anywhere, any place you go. Turbo charge and increase the storage in your ultrathin laptop with WD_BLACK SN770M Mobile NVMe SSD with PCIe Gen 4.0.Top comment"We have seen storage capacities go up, while size of drives have gone down, all while increasing the read/write speeds to huge amounts. The WD Blank SN770M is probably the best example of this phenomenon I have ever seen. ...It comes with a 512GB drive, which is not enough to store the entire library of games and media. Before you start, make sure your BIOS is updated with the latest firmware using the MyAsus app. "
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Get ready to download more games to your gaming platform with up to 2TB of storage on M.2 2230 with the WD_BLACK SN770M Mobile NVMe SSD. Bring your whole game library anywhere, any place you go. Turbo charge and increase the storage in your ultrathin laptop with WD_BLACK SN770M Mobile NVMe SSD with PCIe Gen 4.0.See all Internal SSDsSanDisk - Ultra 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - Black
Model: SDCZ48-032G-A46SKU: 9211069Top comment"Good media storage...It is a good media storage of the price. Can hold in key chain...Good for medium size back up....This is large enough to provide a good means of backing up and storing medium size folders, etc."
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Step up to high-speed USB 3.0 and transfer your videos, photos and files up to ten times faster than standard USB 2.0 drives. SanDisk Ultra® USB 3.0 Flash Drive takes the wait out of moving, sharing or backing up big files—now you can transfer a full-length movie from your laptop to your flash drive in less than a minute. Password protection lets you keep your private files private, while still being able to share generously with family and friends. And, with a sleek, sturdy SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive in your pocket, you won’t need an internet connection to access those photos and videos any place or any time you want. For more than 25 years, SanDisk has been known for quality and reliability all around the world.Top comment"Good media storage...It is a good media storage of the price. Can hold in key chain...Good for medium size back up....This is large enough to provide a good means of backing up and storing medium size folders, etc."
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Step up to high-speed USB 3.0 and transfer your videos, photos and files up to ten times faster than standard USB 2.0 drives. SanDisk Ultra® USB 3.0 Flash Drive takes the wait out of moving, sharing or backing up big files—now you can transfer a full-length movie from your laptop to your flash drive in less than a minute. Password protection lets you keep your private files private, while still being able to share generously with family and friends. And, with a sleek, sturdy SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive in your pocket, you won’t need an internet connection to access those photos and videos any place or any time you want. For more than 25 years, SanDisk has been known for quality and reliability all around the world.See all USB Flash DrivesPNY - 32GB Attaché 4 Type A USB 2.0 Flash Drive 3-Pack - Black
Model: P-FD32GX3ATT4-GESKU: 6425211Top comment"need for windows media installation file and the price is cheap....These were the perfect solution. Just filling in the blanks to meet the minimum characters."
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The PNY Attaché 4 USB 2.0 Flash Drive is the essential solution for storing and sharing digital content for work and school. Durable and light-weight, it delivers the perfect combination of storage and convenience. The sliding collar, and cap-less design protects your important content when not in use, and the included key loop easily attaches to key chains, so important files are never out of reach. The Attaché 4 USB 2.0 Flash Drive is compatible with USB 2.0 equipped PC and Mac laptop and desktop computers, and compatible with USB 3.0 host devices at standard USB 2.0 speeds.Top comment"need for windows media installation file and the price is cheap....These were the perfect solution. Just filling in the blanks to meet the minimum characters."
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The PNY Attaché 4 USB 2.0 Flash Drive is the essential solution for storing and sharing digital content for work and school. Durable and light-weight, it delivers the perfect combination of storage and convenience. The sliding collar, and cap-less design protects your important content when not in use, and the included key loop easily attaches to key chains, so important files are never out of reach. The Attaché 4 USB 2.0 Flash Drive is compatible with USB 2.0 equipped PC and Mac laptop and desktop computers, and compatible with USB 3.0 host devices at standard USB 2.0 speeds.See all USB Flash DrivesPNY - DUO Link 64GB USB 3.0 OTG Flash Drive for iOS Devices and Computers - Gray
Model: P-FDI64GLA02GC-RBSKU: 6033300Top comment"Setup on phone was fast and easy and allowed me to transfer all media from phone....Also, I can’t download all media."
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Expand the storage capacity of your iPhone or iPad with this 64GB PNY flash drive. It uses USB 3.0 technology for fast file transfers, and it lets you sync digital content and backup contacts between multiple devices. This PNY flash drive works with an app that lets you customize photo and video downloads.Top comment"Setup on phone was fast and easy and allowed me to transfer all media from phone....Also, I can’t download all media."
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Expand the storage capacity of your iPhone or iPad with this 64GB PNY flash drive. It uses USB 3.0 technology for fast file transfers, and it lets you sync digital content and backup contacts between multiple devices. This PNY flash drive works with an app that lets you customize photo and video downloads.See all USB Flash DrivesWD - My Cloud Home 8TB Personal Cloud - White
Model: WDBVXC0080HWT-NESNSKU: 5990209Top comment"Great storage space for all types of media files and easy to install. Highly recommend for any user...I don’t need a super wacky server for my media. This works perfect and 8TB is plenty space."
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Store plenty of files with this 8TB My Cloud Home device. It lets you back up and sync files from your phone and computer, and it has a USB port for fast importing of files from hard drives and flash drives. This My Cloud Home device lets you search for files with the included MyCloud app.Top comment"Great storage space for all types of media files and easy to install. Highly recommend for any user...I don’t need a super wacky server for my media. This works perfect and 8TB is plenty space."
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Store plenty of files with this 8TB My Cloud Home device. It lets you back up and sync files from your phone and computer, and it has a USB port for fast importing of files from hard drives and flash drives. This My Cloud Home device lets you search for files with the included MyCloud app.See all Network Attached Storage (NAS)