These portable HDDs are getting deep discounts for Amazon Prime Day

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It's not just external hard drives for PS4 that are getting nice Prime Day discounts. Amazon is also giving desktop and portable HDDs for PCs excellent price cuts during this year's Prime Day deals event so you can expand your computer's storage space for much less. 

Such popular brands as LaCie, WD and Seagate are getting up to 43% off, with products like the LaCie Rugged Mini 4TB External Hard Drive now setting you back $104.99 (opens in new tab) and the WD 12TB Elements Desktop Hard Drive only costing $174.99 (opens in new tab) with 30% discounts. 

Whether you're a content creator with large capacity needs for your large media files, or a gamer who needs more space to store your AAA games, external HDDs are the terrific and cost-effective solution for you. And, thanks to these deals, they're even cheaper now.

Not in the US? Scroll down for all the best portable HDD deals in your area. 

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LaCie Rugged Mini 4TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD: $144.99 $104.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)
Save 30%. Shock, drop, dust and water-resistant, LaCie's portable external hard drives are just the ticket if you want to increase your storage space and have your files with you wherever you go. This USB 3.0/2.0-compatible rugged, travel-friendly drive is perfect for creators who are constantly on-the-go.

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WD 12TB Elements Desktop Hard Drive: $249.99 (opens in new tab)

WD 12TB Elements Desktop Hard Drive: $249.99 $174.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)
Expect fast data transfers, plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity and lots of additional storage – a whopping 12TB to be exact – with this external storage drive from WD. For Amazon Prime Day, this HDD is 30% cheaper.

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Seagate Expansion Desktop 10TB External Hard Drive HDD: $199.97 (opens in new tab)

Seagate Expansion Desktop 10TB External Hard Drive HDD: $199.97 $169.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)
Photographers, videographer and designers could always use that extra 10TB of space. With Seagate's Expansion Desktop hard drive, you're getting exactly that without paying a lot. This isn't portable, but it's great for storing all those files you want to keep safe at home or in your office.

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Toshiba Canvio Advance 2TB Portable External Hard Drive: $69.99 (opens in new tab)

Toshiba Canvio Advance 2TB Portable External Hard Drive: $69.99 $55.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)
Keep your files portable and with you while you're on-the-go with this 2TB portable HDD in Black (though the Blue one is also discounted). Use it as your backup or as your main storage when traveling.

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Seagate Backup Plus 5TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD: $159.99 (opens in new tab)

Seagate Backup Plus 5TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD: $159.99 $94.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)
Get more bang for your buck. Not only are you getting 5TB of additional space in a portable form factor, but this HDD also comes with a 2-month Adobe CC Photography subscription and a two-year Rescue Service.

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Toshiba Canvio Advance 4TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0: $99.99 (opens in new tab)

Toshiba Canvio Advance 4TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0: $99.99 $79.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)
Keep your files portable and with you while you're on-the-go with this 4TB portable HDD in Black (though the Blue one is also discounted 10%). Use it as your backup or as your main storage when traveling.

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Toshiba Canvio Slim 2TB Portable External Hard Drive: $69.99 (opens in new tab)

Toshiba Canvio Slim 2TB Portable External Hard Drive: $69.99 $55.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)
Have lots of extra storage space while traveling light with the ultra slim & lightweight Toshiba Canvio Slim. It's an incredibly affordable portable hard drive as well. At under $75, it's an excellent option for budget-minded consumers.

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Seagate Expansion Desktop 6TB External Hard Drive HDD: $124.99 (opens in new tab)

Seagate Expansion Desktop 6TB External Hard Drive HDD: $124.99 $94.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)
Photographers, videographer and designers could always use that extra 6TB of space. With Seagate's Expansion Desktop hard drive, you're getting exactly that without paying a lot. This isn't portable, but it's great for storing all those files you want to keep safe at home or in your office.

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If nothing here takes your fancy then it's worth keeping an eye on Black Friday deals, when we're expecting even more discounts on external hard drives and even their more robust SSD counterparts.

More portable HDD deals

If you're visiting from outside the US, check out today's best portable HDD deals in your area below. 

TechRadar is rounding up all the top deals over the Prime Day sales period, and we’ve put all the best Prime Day deals in an easy-to-navigate article to help you find the bargains you’re looking for.

Michelle Rae Uy
Michelle Rae Uy
Computing Reviews and Buying Guides Editor

Michelle Rae Uy is the Computing Reviews and Buying Guides Editor here at TechRadar. She's a Los Angeles-based tech, travel and lifestyle writer covering a wide range of topics, from computing to the latest in green commutes to the best hiking trails. She's an ambivert who enjoys communing with nature and traveling for months at a time just as much as watching movies and playing sim games at home. That also means that she has a lot more avenues to explore in terms of understanding how tech can improve the different aspects of our lives. 

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