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Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA): price, specs & release date

Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA), released 2022. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: amazon.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

SilverDeskmark43/100#5 of 12 in class

The Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) is listed at $89.99 on amazon.com as of 2026-06-27, the cheapest external hard drives (median $165); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 43/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 12 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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Is the Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) a good buy?

At $90, the Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) is the cheapest of the 12 external hard drives we track, where the median is $165. On the spec sheet, its release of 2022 is the highest of the 12, and its capacity of 4 TB is below the median of the 12. By release date, it is the newest of the 12 we date.

Specifications

Price (US)$89.99 Typical retail ~$85-$100; varies by seller; older third-party listings show inflated prices
BrandToshiba
Released2022
Capacity (TB)4
Form factorportable
Interfaceusb_3_2_gen1
RPM—
Powerbus_powered
Hardware encryptionNo
Dimensions (in)3.07 x 4.29 x 0.77 in

Source: amazon.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by newegg.com. CORRECTED priceUsd 79.99->89.99 to reflect typical current retail for the exact HDTB540XK3CA SKU. Source URL changed to the matching HDTB540XK3CA Amazon listing. Dimensions 78 x 109 x 19.5 mm (~3.07 x 4.29 x 0.77 in), weight 217.5g per Toshiba. Interface USB 3.0 / USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps, equivalent). RPM not published by Toshiba -> null. No hardware encryption.

Is the Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) worth it vs cheaper external hard drives?

Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) against its closest cheaper and pricier external hard drives on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked

ProductPriceCapacity (TB)Form factorInterfacePowerHardware encryption
Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) this$89.994portableusb_3_2_gen1bus_poweredNo
Seagate One Touch 2TB (STKB2000400)$102.052portableusb_3_2_gen1bus_poweredNo

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) cost?

The Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) has a US price of $89.99 (Typical retail ~$85-$100; varies by seller; older third-party listings show inflated prices), as of 2026-06-19.

How does the Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) compare on price?

At $90, the Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) is the cheapest of the 12 external hard drives we track, where the median is $165.

When was the Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) released?

The Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) was released 2022.

What are the Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA)'s key specs?

Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB (HDTB540XK3CA) (Toshiba): capacity tb 4, form factor portable, interface usb_3_2_gen1, power bus_powered, hardware encryption No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.

Price of record: $89.99 at amazon.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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