How is it different from other WD drives sold for 99$?

The 99 dollar models transfer on my computer at around 90 MB sec, bought this USB-c model without realizing it was different, only transfers at 35 MB sec on same computer, considerably slower for more money, stay away.

What cable will I need to get to connect this to a usb3 port?

Requires a USB-C cable. I purchased one for $10 at my local computer store.

Can I boot from this drive on a mac? In other words, is it bootable?

Yes, if you format the drive in Mac native format, and use a clone application like Bombich Carbon Copy Cloner (CCC), the external drive should be bootable on your Mac. You have to have macOS copied over, for it to be bootable. You hold down the option key when booting, to get a boot device selection menu during the boot.

Good to use with a crome pixelbook (chrome os) ?

The short answer is YES. You will need to format the external hard drive through your files (blue) folder. However, before doing that, connect the external drive to your USB port and try to save a file to the hard drive. If it works fine, then you don't need to reformat. Hope that helps.

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WD 5TB My Passport Ultra for Mac, portable external hard drive, USB-C, Mac Compatible, portable external storage, software with defense against ransomware, backup and password protection, Silver

Product ID: 161197972

Details

Brand
Western
Colour
Silver
Compatible devices
Laptop Game
Connectivity technology
USB
Digital storage capacity
5 TB
Hard disk description
Mechanical

⚡USB-C fast transfer

💾5TB massive storage

🔒256-bit AES encryption

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Description

💼 Elevate your Mac storage game with style, speed, and security.

SLEEK METAL DESIGN - Anodized aluminum finish that complements your Mac’s modern aesthetic.
MASSIVE 5 TB CAPACITY - Store your entire digital life—photos, videos, and work files—without compromise.
READY FOR MAC WINDOWS - Seamless cross-platform use with included software and HFS+ driver—no reformatting needed.
ADVANCED SECURITY BUILT IN - 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection keeps your data fortress-tight.
UNIVERSAL USB C COMPATIBILITY - Plug-and-play with the latest Macs plus USB-C to USB-A adapter for legacy devices.

The WD 5TB My Passport Ultra for Mac is a sleek, portable external hard drive designed for professionals who demand high-capacity, fast USB-C connectivity, and robust 256-bit AES hardware encryption. Compatible out-of-the-box with Mac and Windows, it offers plug-and-play convenience, backup software, and password protection, all wrapped in a durable anodized metal casing with a 3-year warranty.

Specifications

ASIN	B07WZYM7RQ
Best Sellers Rank	3,346 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 23 in External Hard Drives
Box Contents	Internet activation required, My Passport Ultra for Mac portable storage, Quick Start Guide, USB-C™ cable with USB 3.1 adapter, WD Discovery™* software for WD Security™ and WD Drive Utilities™
Brand Name	Western Digital
Cache Memory Installed Size	5
Color	Silver
Compatible Devices	Laptop, Smartphone, Game console
Compatible Video Game Console Models	Microsoft Xbox SERIES S, Microsoft Xbox SERIES X, Sony PlayStation 4, Sony PlayStation 5
Country of Origin	Thailand
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (4,604)
Data Transfer Rate	2.5 Megabytes Per Second
Digital Storage Capacity	5 TB
Enclosure Material	Metal
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Global Trade Identification Number	00718037871561
Hard Disk Description	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 Inches
Hard Disk Interface	USB-C
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	5400 RPM
Hard-Drive Size	5 TB
Hardware Connectivity	USB 3.0, USB Type C
Hardware Platform	Mac
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	27.9L x 20.7W x 5.4Th centimetres
Item Weight	8.1 Ounces
Manufacturer	Western Digital
Manufacturer Part Number	WDBPMV0050BSL-WESN
Media Speed	Environ 300-500 MB/s
Model Name	WDBPMV0050BSL-WESN
Model Number	WDBPMV0050BSL-WESN
Network Connectivity Technology	USB
Number of Items	1
Product Features	Portable
Product Warranty	3 year manufacturer
Specific Uses For Product	Personal
UPC	718037871561
Unit Count	1.0 count

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