Western Digital
WD_BLACK D30 2TB
A entry-level pick in the ssds line-up, with 2000 GB up front.
44/100
2000 GB
£248best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 44/100
- Built for the job
- Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile
Scored against the ssds classWhere the WD_BLACK D30 2TB wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Capacity and interface
Capacity2000 GB
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowWD_BLACK D30 2TB vs SanDisk SanDisk Portable SSD 2TB
WD_BLACK D30 2TBSanDisk Portable SSD 2TB
| Western DigitalWD_BLACK D30 2TBThis page | SanDiskSanDisk Portable SSD 2TB | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44 /100 | 44 /100 |
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
| Interface | — | NVMe |
Who it's for
Is the WD_BLACK D30 2TB right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable ssd for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier ssd is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the WD_BLACK D30 2TB worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 44/100 against other ssds, a entry-level result where the class average is around 40.
What stands out on the WD_BLACK D30 2TB?
Its overall 44/100 rating against the rest of the ssds class.
How does it compare to the Crucial T710 2TB?
The Crucial T710 2TB scores 45/100 versus this one at 44/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
