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Seagate
Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive
Why this one
The 5 TB Seagate Portable delivers the most storage per dollar from a brand with a decades-long track record, plus hardware encryption and backup software included.
Maximum capacity at the value sweet spot
5 TB of storage in a pocket-sized, USB-powered drive costs roughly $25 per terabyte — the lowest cost-per-GB of any name-brand portable drive. The 4 TB model sits at a similar price but delivers 20 % less space.
Proven reliability across generations
The Seagate Portable line has been refined over the years, offering reliable performance with a 1-year warranty. Aggregate ratings consistently exceed 4.6 stars across major retailers, outperforming competitors at the same price.
Ready for automatic backup out of the box
Includes Seagate software for scheduled local backup and 256-bit AES hardware encryption — features usually reserved for pricier drives. Works plug-and-play on Windows and macOS (reformat for Time Machine).
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