HGST 5K1000 HTS541010A9E680 1 TB 2.5" SATA III Laptop Hard Drive
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About this product
The HGST 5K1000 HTS541010A9E680 is a 1TB 2.5-inch internal laptop hard drive. It features a SATA III interface and operates at 5400 RPM, making it suitable for general laptop and PC use where a balance of capacity and cost is desired. This HDD-only storage solution comes with an 8MB cache, designed for compatibility and straightforward installation in various systems.
Our take
This HGST 1TB laptop hard drive is a practical option for anyone needing a significant storage upgrade without breaking the bank. The 2.5-inch form factor and SATA III interface make it a direct fit for most modern laptops and compatible PCs. While the 5400 RPM and 8MB cache suggest it won't be a speed demon for heavy multitasking or gaming, it's an excellent choice for general productivity, storing large media libraries, or as a reliable backup drive. It offers a good blend of capacity and affordability for everyday computing needs.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 1TB storage capacity
- 2.5-inch form factor for laptops
- SATA III interface
- 5400 RPM rotation speed
Cons
- 8MB cache is on the smaller side
- 5400 RPM limits performance for demanding tasks
Specifications
- Size 1 TB
- MPN HTS541010A9E680
- Item Length 5
- Form Factor 2.5 in
- Unit Type Unit
- Drive Type(s) Supported HDD
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- Item Height
- 2
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Storage Capacity
- 1 TB
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Item Width
- 4
- Compatible With
- Laptop, PC
- Machine Type
- Laptop
- Color
- Silver
- Model Number
- HTS541010A9E680
- Rotation Speed
- 5400 RPM
- California Prop 65 Warning
- This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
- Brand
- HGST
- Type
- Internal Laptop Drive
- Product Type
- HDD
- Model
- TravelStar 5K1000
- Hard Drive Form Factor
- 2.5 in
- Interface
- SATA III
- Country of Origin
- China
- Cache
- 8MB
