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Ipoh Data Store

Hi, a 1 TB portable SSD starts from about RM 859 in Ipoh, and portable hard drives from RM 490. Is this for backups or for video files, and what capacity do you need?

KL Storage Works

Good day, our 5 TB desktop backup drives start from around RM 1,250 in Kuala Lumpur, delivered within the city. Is this for home backups or a shared office, and do you need RAID?

Shah Alam Digital Supply

Hello, our SSDs start at RM 519 for 500 GB, with a warranty card and delivery to Shah Alam. How many terabytes do you need, and will it connect to a laptop or a TV?

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External storage in Malaysia: prices and how to choose

A portable hard drive of 1 to 5 TB costs roughly RM 490 to RM 810 in Malaysia, a portable SSD of 500 GB to 1 TB costs about RM 519 to RM 997, and desktop RAID backup drives run from RM 1,250 to RM 3,690. The quickest way to current prices is to describe the capacity and budget you need in a BlaBlaPrice request.

Approximate prices in Malaysia, November 2026 (sellers' websites)
Drive typeCapacityPrice range
Portable hard drive1 to 5 TBRM 490 – RM 810
Portable SSD500 GB to 1 TBRM 519 – RM 997
Desktop RAID or backup drive5 TB and aboveRM 1,250 – RM 3,690
Small network storage (NAS)up to 8 TBfrom RM 1,036

Warranty and labels

Warranty is void if a drive is returned with the label removed, damaged or tampered with, or if it has been altered. One major drive maker states this in its limited warranty, so keep the label and the box. Each manufacturer sets its own warranty period and its own return procedure, so check the warranty with the serial number before you post a drive back.

Heat, humidity and the wet season

Malaysia is hot and humid all year, with wet and dry seasons instead of winter and summer. Heat and damp are hard on drives, so keep them dry and out of direct sun, and never leave them in a hot car. The wet season brings storms and sometimes power cuts, so keep a second copy of important files on a drive that is unplugged when you are not backing up.

How storage is bought here

Prices are quoted in ringgit, and capacity is given in gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), with transfer speed in gigabits per second. Interfaces differ: many current SSDs use USB-C with USB 3.2, while some hard drives use USB 3.0, so check the ports on your laptop or desktop before you buy. Delivery runs between Kuala Lumpur, George Town, Johor Bahru, Ipoh and Shah Alam, so name your city and the seller can quote the delivery cost.

What to write in your request

Write the drive type (portable hard drive, SSD, desktop or network storage), the capacity in TB, and whether you want a new or used unit. Say what you will store, such as photos, video or a business backup, how many drives you need, and the interface your device has. Add the warranty you expect, your budget in RM and your city.

Post your request on BlaBlaPrice in your own words, and the AI will ask for any missing details. It then looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Malaysia and shows the prices and businesses it finds. Registered sellers reply in the chat with their own offer, price and terms, and your contact details stay hidden until you decide to share them. For related items, see memory cards and flash drives or PC components.

Questions and answers

How much does an external hard drive cost in Malaysia?

A portable hard drive of 1 to 5 TB is roughly RM 490 to RM 810, based on sellers' websites in November 2026. Prices change, so ask for a current quote.

Is a portable SSD worth the higher price?

A portable SSD of 500 GB to 1 TB costs about RM 519 to RM 997, so it costs more per terabyte than a hard drive. Choose it when speed matters more than capacity.

Does a warranty still apply if I remove the label?

No. Warranty is void if the label is removed, damaged or tampered with, so keep the label and the box.

Which port do I need?

Many current SSDs use USB-C with USB 3.2, while some hard drives use USB 3.0. Check the ports on your device before you buy.

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