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Black rectangular portable SSD with rounded edges, USB-C port visible, compact palm-sized design

Western Digital

Western Digital WDBA3S0020BBK-WESN 2TB portable SSD

SKU CH-Q25R-MZK69 MPN WDBA3S0020BBK-WESN

Portable 2TB SSD with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface delivering up to 2000 MB/s read speeds for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC and Mac

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2 × 2, USB-C
  • Setup requirementsWindows 8.1, 10 macOS 10.11+ PlayStation 4 Pro or PS4 with s
  • Product depth4.65 in (11.8 cm)
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key featuresYour Secret Weapon The WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive SSD strikes t

Capacity 2TB

  • Read/write speeds up to 2000 MB/s cut game load times
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 SuperSpeed 20Gb/s interface works with PC and console
  • Shock-resistant portable design protects your library on the move
  • 2TB capacity stores dozens of AAA titles
  • Includes both USB-C and USB-A cables for universal connection

Purpose-built gaming storage

The WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive is a portable external SSD with 2TB capacity, built for gamers who need fast access to large libraries on PC, Mac, PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. Its SuperSpeed USB 20Gb/s interface delivers read speeds up to 2000 MB/s to cut load times and improve responsiveness. The compact, shock-resistant design protects data during transport. This drive suits players who value speed and durability over maximum capacity.

Thermals noise and power draw

The solid-state design has no moving parts, so it runs silently and generates minimal heat during extended gaming sessions. Power is drawn directly from the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connection, requiring no external adapter. The aluminium enclosure helps dissipate heat under sustained workloads. Normal use stays well within the thermal limits of the USB-C port on consoles and PCs.

Deciding specification: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface

The drive uses a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C connection rated at 20Gb/s, which is the single factor that determines whether your hardware can reach the advertised 2000 MB/s. Systems limited to USB 3.2 Gen 2 or USB 3.0 will operate at lower speeds. Buyers whose devices lack a 20Gb/s USB-C port will not see the full performance benefit. Compatibility requires Windows 8.1 or later, macOS 10.11+, PS4 Pro or PS4 4.50+, and Xbox One.

How it compares

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

Price $493.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 410 comparable items (median $202.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 60% of the 311 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Price per TB $247.00 per TB
Pricier than about 83% of the 310 comparable items (median $142.00 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestern Digital
Product lineBLACK P50
Model nameWDBA3S0020BBK-WESN
Total capacity2 TB
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 2 × 2, USB-C
Size & build
Overall width2.44 in (6.2 cm)
Product depth4.65 in (11.8 cm)
Overall height0.55 in (1.4 cm)
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size178 × 127 × 51 mm
In the box
Included itemsWD_BLACK P50 Game Drive SSD
USB Type-C to Type-C cable
USB Type-C to Type-A cable
Quick Install Guide

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Questions about this item

How do I connect the WD_Black P50 to a PC that only has USB-A ports, and what step do people miss?

Use the included USB Type-C to Type-A cable; the step people miss is plugging the Type-C end firmly into the drive first so the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 link negotiates at 20Gb/s.

What part of the WD_Black P50 will need replacement first under heavy gaming loads?

The internal SSD cells wear with write cycles; the drive has no user-serviceable parts, so the whole unit is replaced once endurance is reached.

At what sustained throughput does the WD_Black P50 hit its ceiling during long sessions?

Sequential reads top out at 2000 MB/s; thermal throttling may lower that figure during extended transfers.

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