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G-Technology 10TB G-DRIVE USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Desktop External Hard Drive - 0G05678-1

Name: G-Technology 10TB G-DRIVE USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Desktop External Hard Drive - 0G05678-1
Brand: G-Technology
SKU: B071XZCSGC

Status: G-Technology 10TB G-DRIVE USB-C (10TB hard drive): Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 10:22 UTC. SpecPicks has no in-stock 10TB hard drive on file; an Amazon search for "10TB hard drive" lists current offers with the same specs. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The G-Technology 10TB G-DRIVE USB-C Desktop External Hard Drive: 10TB in a single volume - replaces a stack of 2TB portable drives; main trade-off: USB 3.1 Gen 1 caps at 5Gbps - slower than Thunderbolt 3 rivals.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 10TB in a single volume - replaces a stack of 2TB portable drives
✓ Up to 45W USB Power Delivery charges a MacBook over the same cable
✓ Time Machine ready and plug-and-play on macOS 10.9 or later
✓ All-aluminum enclosure, not plastic - dissipates heat on a desk

Cons

✗ USB 3.1 Gen 1 caps at 5Gbps - slower than Thunderbolt 3 rivals
✗ Needs a reformat before Windows 7 or later can write to it
✗ Desktop unit requires AC power - not a bus-powered field drive
✗ Single-drive enclosure, so no built-in RAID redundancy

Manufacturer description

The G-Technology G-DRIVE USB-C gives you 10TB of desktop storage behind a single cable, built for people moving HD video, RAW photo libraries, and audio sessions off a laptop fast. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface with a USB-C connector handles transfers, while USB Power Delivery sends up to 45 watts back to a compatible MacBook or MacBook Pro — so the drive powers your laptop while you offload a shoot, and the charger stays in your bag. The all-aluminum enclosure is built to sit on a desk permanently rather than travel in a backpack, and it looks the part next to a Mac. Out of the box the…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored G-Technology 10TB G-DRIVE USB-C Desktop External Hard Drive using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the external storage category. G-Technology's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for external storage of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the G-DRIVE 10TB work with Windows?

Yes, but not out of the box. It ships Mac-formatted for macOS 10.9 and later; Windows 7 or newer works after you reformat the drive, which erases it. Do that before copying files over.

Can this drive charge my MacBook Pro?

Yes. The USB-C port supports up to 45 watts of USB Power Delivery, so a compatible MacBook or MacBook Pro charges over the same cable you use to access files. Check your laptop's wattage requirement first.

Is it Time Machine compatible?

Yes. The G-DRIVE is Apple Time Machine ready, so you can select it as a backup disk in macOS and start scheduled backups without third-party software.

How fast is the USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface?

USB 3.1 Gen 1 is the 5Gbps USB standard. Real-world speed on a 10TB spinning desktop drive is limited by the platters, not the port, so expect typical desktop hard drive throughput rather than SSD speeds.

Is 10TB enough for 4K video work?

For most freelance editors, yes - the drive is built for storage-intensive multimedia including HD video, photos, and music. Keep a second copy elsewhere, since this is a single-drive enclosure with no RAID redundancy.

Key Features

USB-C connector and USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface for universal data transfers
USB Power Delivery to charge your compatible laptop while you access and back up files
Sleek, all-aluminum enclosure for durability
Apple Time Machine ready for easy file backup
Plug and play on Mac; easily reformatted for Windows
Memory Storage Capacity: 10.00

Full Specifications

Brand	G-Technology
Color	Silver
Model Name	G-DRIVE USB-C
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Media Speed	24.375 MB/s
Connectivity	USB-C
Model Number	0G05678
Compatibility	Mac
Built-In Media	(1) USB-C to USB-A cable for backward compatibility, (1) USB-C to USB-C Cable, G-DRIVE USB-C External Hard Drive, Power Adapter, Power Cable, Quick Start Guide
Item Type Name	G-Technology 0G05678 10TB G-DRIVE USB-C
Hard-Drive Size	10 TB
Mfr Part Number	0G05678
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Portable
Hardware Platform	PC; Mac
Installation Type	External Hard Drive
Compatible Devices	Laptop, PC
Data Transfer Rate	195 Megabits Per Second
Enclosure Material	Aluminum

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