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Black rectangular 2.5-inch portable hard drive with USB-C cable

Western Digital

Western Digital Elements 5TB portable hard drive WDBLSS0050BBK-WESN

SKU CH-BQNE-ASXWS MPN WDBLSS0050BBK-WESN

A 5 TB portable hard drive with USB 3.2 Gen 1 speed and a compact 2.5" design

  • Total capacity5 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 compatible)
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product dimensions4.36 × 3.24 × 0.93
  • Product weight0.53 lb (0.24 kg)
  • In the boxWD Elements Portable hard drive SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C ca
  • 5TB capacity stores large media libraries and backups
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface delivers 5Gbps transfer speeds
  • USB-C cable included for direct connection to modern laptops
  • Compact 2.5 inch form factor weighs only 0.53lb for easy transport
  • Plug-and-play operation adds storage instantly without software installation

5TB Portable Storage for Everyday Use

The Western Digital Elements drive provides 5TB of external capacity in a 2.5 inch form factor. It connects through a USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface that remains compatible with USB 2.0 ports. The package includes a SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C cable rated at 5Gbps for immediate plug-and-play operation.

Suits Laptop Owners Needing Simple Capacity

This drive fits users who want to add terabytes of storage to a laptop or desktop without opening the case or installing drivers. It is not for buyers who require hardware encryption, ruggedised casing or an internal drive bay installation. The single USB-C connection also means systems without a USB-C port will need an adapter.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 Interface Determines Transfer Speed

The drive operates over USB 3.2 Gen 1, also labelled USB 3.0, with a 5Gbps cable in the box. This interface sets the practical throughput ceiling for moving large media libraries or backups. Buyers whose workflow demands sustained speeds above this interface limit should consider a different connectivity standard.

How it compares

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

Price $247.99
Pricier than about 86% of the 365 comparable items (median $108.99).
Total capacity 5 TB
Higher than about 90% of the 239 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $49.60 per TB
Cheaper than about 54% of the 239 comparable items (median $51.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestern Digital
Product lineElements
Model nameWDBLSS0050BBK-WESN
Part numberWDBLSS0050BBK-WESN
Total capacity5 TB
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 compatible)
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Product dimensions4.36 × 3.24 × 0.93
Product weight0.53 lb (0.24 kg)
Shipping weight0.27 kg
Package size146 × 105 × 41 mm
In the box
In the boxWD Elements Portable hard drive
SuperSpeed USB-C to USB-C cable (5 Gbit/s)
Quick install guide

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Questions about this item

How do I connect the USB-C to USB-C cable so the drive is recognised?

Plug the cable directly into a USB-C port that supports data; avoid charge-only ports or USB-A adapters, which will prevent the drive from appearing.

What part will need replacement after heavy use?

The 2.5-inch mechanical drive inside the enclosure is the component that wears out and would eventually require a new unit.

At what point does the interface become the bottleneck during long transfers?

Sustained writes will hit the USB 3.2 Gen 1 5 Gbps ceiling before the drive’s own throughput maxes out.

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