WD_BLACK P10

What’s the difference between the WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10?

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Western Digital has two similar hard disk drives made for gaming. So, what are the main differences between the WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10?

You can find out in this comparison guide between the two external HDDs.

Quick Summary

The WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive is a lot faster than the WD_BLACK P10 at maximum sequential reading. Furthermore, the D10 offers bigger capacities in addition to being the only one of the two products to come with USB Type-A charging ports.

So, if you want the best speeds and/or most storage space, then the WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive is the best out of these options.

On the other hand, the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive is smaller and lighter. It also doesn’t need to be plugged into a power outlet like the D10. So, if you don’t mind sacrificing speed for portability, then the P10 may be the better option.

WD_BLACK D10 vs. WD_BLACK P10 Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10 below.

Western Digital WD_BLACK D10 Game DriveWestern Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive
Capacity Options8 TB

12 TB		1 TB

2 TB

3 TB

4 TB

5 TB
Xbox Edition?YesYes
Model Numbers8 TB WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive: WDBA3P0080HBK

12 TB WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5E0120HBK		2 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA2W0020BBK-WESN

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0040BBK-WESN

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0050BBK-WESN

1 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0010BBK-WESN

2 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0020BBK-WESN

3 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0030BBK-WESN

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0040BBK-WESN

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0050BBK-WESN
What’s in the BoxWestern Digital WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive HDD

USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable

AC Adapter and Plug

Quick Install Guide		Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive

USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable

Quick Install Guide
Dimensions8 TB WD_BLACK D10: 195.00 mm x 125.00 mm x 44.00 mm (or 7.68 in x 4.92 in x 1.73 in)

12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: 195.00 mm x 125.00 mm x 44.00 mm (or 7.68 in x 4.92 in x 1.73 in)		2 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

4 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

5 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
Weight8 TB WD_BLACK D10: 2.16 lbs.

12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: 2.16 lbs.		2 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.31 lb.

4 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.52 lb.

5 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.52 lb.

1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.31 lb.

2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.31 lb.

3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
Charging Ports2x 7.5W USB Type-A charging portsNone
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 1USB 3.2 Gen 1
Device CompatiblyPlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 Pro

PlayStation 5

Xbox One

Xbox One S

Xbox One X

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series X

Windows 8.1

Windows 10

Mac OS 10.11+		PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 Pro

PlayStation 5

Xbox One

Xbox One S

Xbox One X

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series X

Windows 8.1

Windows 10

Mac OS 10.11+
Maximum Sequential Read Speed8 TB WD_BLACK D10: Up to 250 MB per second

12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: Up to 250 MB per second		2 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second

4 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second

5 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second

1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 or Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
Operating Temperature Range5°C to 35°C5°C to 35°C
Storage Temperature Range-20°C to 65°C-20°C to 65°C
Warranty3-year limited warranty3-year limited warranty
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Capacity Options

The WD_BLACK D10 offers bigger capacity options when compared to the WD_BLACK P10. As a result, you will be able to store a lot more games with the D10.

You can check out the available capacities below:

WD_BLACK D10:

  • 8 TB
  • 12 TB

WD_BLACK P10:

  • 1 TB
  • 2 TB
  • 3 TB
  • 4 TB
  • 5 TB

Xbox Edition

In addition to a regular edition, there is also an Xbox edition for these external hard disk drives.

Along with the Xbox branding, these versions also come with a 1-month trial offer for the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This offer is only for new Xbox Game Pass members, however.

Model Numbers

You can also find the model number for each of the available capacity for both products below:

  • 8 TB WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive: WDBA3P0080HBK
  • 12 TB WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5E0120HBK
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA2W0020BBK-WESN
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0040BBK-WESN
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0050BBK-WESN
  • 1 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0010BBK-WESN
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0020BBK-WESN
  • 3 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0030BBK-WESN
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0040BBK-WESN
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0050BBK-WESN

What’s in the Box

The D10 needs to be plugged into a separate power outlet, as it comes with an AC adapter and plug, while the P10 doesn’t.

You can take a look at the content included inside each box for these gaming hard drives below:

WD_BLACK D10:

  • Western Digital WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive HDD
  • USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable
  • AC Adapter and Plug
  • Quick Install Guide

WD_BLACK P10:

  • Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive
  • USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable
  • Quick Install Guide

Dimensions

The D10 is all around bigger than the P10.

You can find the measurements, which is displayed as Length x Width x Thickness, below:

  • 8 TB WD_BLACK D10: 195.00 mm x 125.00 mm x 44.00 mm (or 7.68 in x 4.92 in x 1.73 in)
  • 12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: 195.00 mm x 125.00 mm x 44.00 mm (or 7.68 in x 4.92 in x 1.73 in)
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

Weight

The WD_BLACK D10 also weighs a lot more than the WD_BLACK P10.

You can check out the weight specifications below:

  • 8 TB WD_BLACK D10: 2.16 lbs.
  • 12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: 2.16 lbs.
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.31 lb.
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.52 lb.
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.52 lb.
  • 1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.31 lb.
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.31 lb.
  • 3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

Charging Ports

The WD_BLACK D10 is the only one to come with two 7.5W USB Type-A charging ports that you can use to recharge various devices.

Interface

When it comes to the interface, both of these external storage drives use USB 3.2 Gen 1, which will provide transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps.

Device Compatibly

The WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10 are compatible with the following devices:

  • PlayStation 4
  • PlayStation 4 Pro
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox One S
  • Xbox One X
  • Xbox Series S
  • Xbox Series X
  • Windows 8.1
  • Windows 10
  • Mac OS 10.11+

Maximum Sequential Read Speed

The WD_BLACK D10 is 110 MB per second faster, or 78.57% faster, than the WD_BLACK P10 at maximum sequential reading.

The D10 is also 120 MB per second faster, or 92.31% faster, than the WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox.

You can check out the maximum sequential read speeds below:

  • 8 TB WD_BLACK D10: Up to 250 MB per second
  • 12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: Up to 250 MB per second
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 or Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

Operating Temperature Range

The WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10 have the same operating temperature range, which is from 5°C to 35°C.

Storage Temperature Range

These two gaming HDDs also have the same storage temperature range, which is from -20°C to 65°C.

Warranty

The Western Digital WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive and Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive each comes with a 3-year limited warranty.

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WD_BLACK P10 vs. WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox

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Western Digital has a regular edition and Xbox edition of the WD_BLACK P10. So, what are the main differences between these gaming hard drives?

You can find out in this comparison guide between the WD_BLACK P10 and WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox.

Quick Summary

The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive is slightly faster than the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox at maximum sequential reading, which may lead to faster loading and quicker transfers.

On the other hand, the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox comes with a 1-month trial for new Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members.

So, if you want the best speeds, then we recommend getting the regular WD_BLACK P10. If you want to try out the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate service, then you might want to get Xbox edition instead.

WD_BLACK P10 vs. WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the regular and Xbox editions of the P10 below.

Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game DriveWestern Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox
Capacity Options2TB

4TB

5TB		1TB

2TB

3TB

4TB

5TB
Model Numbers2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA2W0020BBK-WESN

4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0040BBK-WESN

5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0050BBK-WESN		1TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0010BBK-WESN

2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0020BBK-WESN

3TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0030BBK-WESN

4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0040BBK-WESN

5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0050BBK-WESN
What’s in the BoxWD_BLACK P10 Game Drive

USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable

Quick Install Guide		WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox

USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable

Quick Install Guide

1-month trial offer for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (new members only)
Dimensions2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)		1TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

3TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
Weight2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 0.31 lb.

4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 0.52 lb.

5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 0.52 lb.		1TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.31 lb.

2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.31 lb.

3TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
Maximum Sequential Read Speed2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: Up to 140 MB per second

4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: Up to 140 MB per second

5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: Up to 140 MB per second		1TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

3TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
Operating Temperature Range5°C to 35°C5°C to 35°C
Storage Temperature Range-20°C to 65°C-20°C to 65°C
Warranty3-year limited warranty3-year limited warranty
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Capacity Options

When it comes to capacity options, the Xbox Edition is the only one of the two products to offer a 1TB and 3TB version.

You can find a breakdown of the available capacities’ for both hard disk drives below:

WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive:

  • 2TB
  • 4TB
  • 5TB

WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox:

  • 1TB
  • 2TB
  • 3TB
  • 4TB
  • 5TB

Model Numbers

You can also check out the model number attached to each capacity of these two gaming HDDs below:

  • 2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA2W0020BBK-WESN
  • 4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0040BBK-WESN
  • 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0050BBK-WESN
  • 1TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0010BBK-WESN
  • 2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0020BBK-WESN
  • 3TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0030BBK-WESN
  • 4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0040BBK-WESN
  • 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0050BBK-WESN

What’s in the Box

The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox is the only product to come with a 1-month trial offer for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

This service lets you play a large selection of videogames, which includes new first-party Xbox games, for a monthly fee. The trial offer included with the Xbox edition of the P10 is only for new members of the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate service.

Aside from the trial, the two products come with the same parts.

You can find the full list of content included inside each new retail box below:

Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive:

  • WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive
  • USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable
  • Quick Install Guide

Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox:

  • WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox
  • USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable
  • Quick Install Guide
  • 1-month trial offer for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (new members only)

Dimensions

When you compare the same capacities, the WD_BLACK P10 and WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox are identical when it comes to physical size.

You can find the measurements below:

  • 2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 1TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 3TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

Weight

The regular and Xbox versions of the P10 should also weigh the same when you compare the same capacities.

You can check out the weight specifications below:

  • 2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 0.31 lb.
  • 4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 0.52 lb.
  • 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: 0.52 lb.
  • 1TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.31 lb.
  • 2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.31 lb.
  • 3TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
  • 4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
  • 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

Interface

The two portable hard drives in this versus guide utilize the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, which provides up to 5 Gbps in transfer speeds.

Maximum Sequential Read Speed

The WD_BLACK P10 is 10 MB per second faster, or 7.69% faster, than the WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox at maximum sequential reading.

You can check out the sequential read speed specs below:

  • 2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 1TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 2TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 3TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 4TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 5TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

Operating Temperature Range

The regular and Xbox versions of the WD_BLACK P10 have the same recommended operating temperature range of 5°C to 35°C.

Storage Temperature Range

The two Game Drives also have the same recommended storage temperature range, which is from -20°C to 65°C.

Warranty

The Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive and Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox each includes a 3-year limited warranty.

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