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Black rectangular portable SSD with rounded edges and RGB lighting strip, USB-C cables included

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SanDisk WDBAWY0010BBK-WESN 1TB portable SSD

SKU CH-M7AA-82HRP MPN WDBAWY0010BBK-WESN

Portable 1 TB SSD with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C reaching 2000 MB/s read and write, customisable RGB lighting via Windows software and two-metre drop resistance

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 2,000 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 2,000 MB/s
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2 × 2, Type-C
  • Setup requirementsPlayStation 5 (play and store PS4 games; archive PS5 games)
  • Operating temperature range0 °C to 45 °C

Capacity 1TB

  • Up to 2000 MB/s speeds cut game load times via USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface
  • Custom RGB lighting controlled through WD_BLACK Dashboard on Windows for personal style
  • Shock-resistant build survives drops up to two meters for durable portability
  • 1TB capacity stores large modern titles ready to launch instantly
  • Compact 2.00 x 4.21 x 0.51 inch design fits easily in any bag

WD BLACK P40 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Game Drive

The WD BLACK P40 is a portable solid-state drive offering 1TB of storage for gamers who want fast external performance. It connects via USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C and delivers sequential read and write speeds up to 2000 MBps. Customisable RGB lighting is controlled through the WD_BLACK Dashboard on Windows. The drive includes both Type-C to Type-C and Type-C to Type-A cables.

Suits console and PC gamers needing portable speed

This drive works with PlayStation 5 for playing PS4 games and archiving PS5 titles, and with Xbox Series X|S for Xbox One games and archiving Series X|S titles. It also supports PlayStation 4 Pro or PS4 on firmware 4.50 or higher and Xbox One. Buyers who require internal installation or drives without external enclosures should consider other form factors.

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface enables 2000 MBps

The USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C connection is the specification that determines whether this drive matches your hardware. It provides the bandwidth for the advertised 2000 MBps sequential speeds. Systems limited to older USB standards will not reach these rates, so verify your port supports this generation before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Portable USB SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $189.99
Typical for this category: the median of 410 items is $202.99.
Total capacity 1 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 311 items is 1 TB.
Sequential read speed Up to 2,000 MB/s
Higher than about 70% of the 157 comparable items (median 1,050 MB/s).
Price per TB $189.99 per TB
Pricier than about 71% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestern Digital
Product lineBLACK P40
Model nameWDBAWY0010BBK-WESN
Total capacity1 TB
Product colorBlack
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 2,000 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 2,000 MB/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2 × 2, Type-C
Size & build
Overall width2 in (5.08 cm)
Product depth4.21 in (10.7 cm)
Overall height0.51 in (1.3 cm)
Product weight0.17 lb (0.08 kg)
Shipping weight0.20 kg
Package size201 × 128 × 43 mm
In the box
Included itemsWD_BLACK P40 Game Drive SSD
USB Type-C to Type-C cable
USB Type-C to Type-A cable
Quick Install Guide
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 45 °C
Storage temperature range-20 °C to 65 °C

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Questions about this item

Which ports must my computer or console have to use the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C interface on this drive?

You need a USB Type-C port that supports USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for full 2000 MBps speed; the box also includes a USB Type-C to Type-A cable for older Type-A ports, which will run at the host port's lower speed.

Can I keep using the WD_BLACK P40 alongside my existing USB 3.0 or USB 3.1 drives without conflicts?

Yes, each drive enumerates independently on the bus; the P40 will simply negotiate its own 2x2 link while older drives stay at their rated speeds, and no driver conflict occurs on Windows, macOS, PlayStation or Xbox.

How do I verify the drive is delivering the advertised 2000 MBps sequential read and write after setup?

Run a large-file sequential benchmark such as CrystalDiskMark on Windows or Blackmagic Disk Speed Test on macOS with a 1 GiB or larger test file; sustained results near 2000 MBps confirm the Gen 2x2 link is active.

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