95.4
Best for content creators and professional photographers on the move
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 Interface
- 6-foot drop protection
- AES 256-bit hardware encryption
$214
Head to head · Storage & Drives
6TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 external hard vs Expansion Desktop, 4TB, External Hard Drive
Ravvy scores 6TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 external hard at 84.42 and Expansion Desktop, 4TB, External Hard Drive at 85.35. Expansion Desktop, 4TB, External Hard Drive takes the overall pick, best for home office users and collectors of large media libraries.
Ravvy pick
85.3
$183
A solid choice for high-capacity desktop archiving that trades portability and SSD speed for affordability and included data recovery services.
How they score
| Factor | 6TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 external hard | Expansion Desktop, 4TB, External Hard Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Quietness | – | 85 |
| Portability | – | 30 |
| Storage Density | – | 92 |
| Value for Money | – | 89 |
| Setup Simplicity | – | 96.5 |
6TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 external hard
Expansion Desktop, 4TB, External Hard Drive
What owners praise
- Generous 4TB capacity for the price
- Included 1-year data recovery service plan
- Sturdy enclosure with premium materials
- Instant recognition on Windows and Mac
- Fast USB 3.0 interface for sequential transfers
What to know first
- Requires an external power adapter
- Mechanical 5400 RPM speed limits random access
- Bulky form factor not meant for travel
Skip it if digital nomads or those needing high-speed video editing drives
Specs side by side
| Spec | 6TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 external hard | Expansion Desktop, 4TB, External Hard Drive |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 718037861524 | – |
| ASIN | B076MPMZDV | B093BVXYSV |
| GTIN | 718037861524 | – |
| Brand | Western Digital | Seagate |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Model Name | Elements Desktop | Seagate Expansion |
| Read Speed | 113.5 megabytes_per_second | 120 megabytes_per_second |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Item Weight | 2.1 pounds | 950 g |
| Manufacturer | Western Digital Technologies, Inc. | Seagate |
| Model Number | WDBWLG0060HBK-NESN | STKP4000400 |
| Built-In Media | AC adapter, Desktop hard drive, Quick Start Guide, USB Cable | SEAGATE - BRANDED SOLUTIONS 3.5I EXPANSION DESKTOP EXT.DRIVE 4TB 3.5IN USB 3.0 GEN 1 EXTERNAL HDD |
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