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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Western Digital My Passport® Ultra™ Metal Edition™ 5TB External HDD, Blue USB-C and USB 3.1 with Automatic Backup, 256 Bit AES Hardware Encryption,Password Protection,Compatible with Windows and Mac

Product ID: 228826328

Details

Brand
Western
Colour
Blue 5TB
Compatible Devices
Desktop Gaming
Connectivity Technology
USB
Digital Storage Capacity
5 TB
Hard Disk Description
Mechanical

⚡USB-C & USB 3.1 fast transfer

💾5TB massive storage

🔒256-bit AES encryption

Description

💼 Carry Your Data Like a Boss — Ultra Secure, Ultra Portable!

SLEEK METAL DESIGN - Premium metal casing for durability and a professional look on the go.
MASSIVE 5 TB STORAGE - Store your entire digital life without compromise.
CROSS PLATFORM READY - Plug & play with Windows and Mac, plus USB-C to USB-A adapter included.
MILITARY GRADE SECURITY - 256-bit AES hardware encryption keeps your data locked tight.
NEXT GEN USB C COMPATIBILITY - Seamlessly connect to the latest devices with USB-C & USB 3.1 speeds.

The Western Digital WD My Passport Ultra 5TB is a sleek, metal-encased portable hard drive offering massive storage with USB-C and USB 3.1 connectivity. It features automatic backup software and robust 256-bit AES hardware encryption for password-protected security. Compatible with both Windows and Mac systems, it includes a USB-C to USB-A adapter for versatile device support, making it an ideal choice for professionals needing reliable, high-capacity external storage.

Specifications

ASIN	B07X46C64N
Best Sellers Rank	#2,963 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #14 in External Hard Disks
Box Contents	My Passport Ultra Portable Storage
Brand Name	Western Digital
Cache Memory Installed Size	5
Color	Blue, 5TB
Compatible Devices	Desktop, Gaming Console, Laptop
Compatible Video Game Console Models	Microsoft Xbox 360, Microsoft Xbox One, Microsoft Xbox One S, Microsoft Xbox One X, Microsoft Xbox SERIES S, Microsoft Xbox SERIES X, Sony PlayStation 1, Sony PlayStation 2, Sony PlayStation 3 CECH-4012C, Sony PlayStation 3 Slim, Sony PlayStation 3 Super Slim, Sony PlayStation 4, Sony PlayStation 4 Pro, Sony PlayStation 5, Sony PlayStation 5 Slim, Sony PlayStation Classic, Sony PlayStation Portabl…
Country of Origin	Thailand
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (11,351)
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	00718037871790
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 Inches
Hard Disk Interface	USB 3.1
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	5400 RPM
Hard Disk Type	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard-Drive Size	4 TB
Hardware Connectivity	USB 3.0, USB Type C
Hardware Platform	PC
Importer Contact Information	Ingram Micro India Pvt. Ltd.,5th Floor, Building A, Empire Plaza, LBS Marg, Vikhroli West, Mumbai 400083
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	45L x 141W x 184Th Millimeters
Item Type Name	External Hard Disk
Item Weight	0.29 Pounds
Manufacturer	60 Moo 8, Sethakij Rd., Klong Madeua Kratoom Bean, Samut Sakhon 74110, Thailand., Calcomp Electronics Public Co., Ltd.
Manufacturer Contact Information	60 Moo 8, Sethakij Rd., Klong Madeua Kratoom Bean, Samut Sakhon 74110, Thailand.
Manufacturer Part Number	WDBFTM0050BBL-WESN
Model Name	My Passport Ultra
Model Number	WDBFTM0050BBL-WESN
Network Connectivity Technology	USB
Number of Items	1
Packer Contact Information	Calcomp Electronics Public Co., Ltd. 60 Moo 8, Sethakij Rd., Klong Madeua Kratoom Bean, Samut Sakhon 74110, Thailand.
Product Features	Password Protection
Specific Uses For Product	Storage
UPC	718037871790
Unit Count	1 Piece
Warranty Description	3 Years Limited Warranty

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