S3 2.5 inch USB 3.0 NTFS Portable External Hard Drive - Black 500GB
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About this product
The S3 2.5-inch USB 3.0 Portable External Hard Drive provides 500GB of storage capacity. This mechanical hard disk boasts a high data transfer rate of 5000 megabytes per second via its USB 3.0 interface and SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectivity. Pre-formatted to NTFS, it's ready for use with compatible laptops. The drive comes in black, features a portable design, and includes a free carry case.
Our take
For those seeking portable storage with good speed, this S3 500GB external hard drive is a solid choice. The 500GB capacity is practical for daily backups or carrying important files, and the inclusion of a free carry case is a thoughtful touch for portability. The USB 3.0 interface, paired with SATA 6.0 Gb/s hardware connectivity, promises significantly faster data transfer rates (up to 5000 MB/s) compared to older standards, which is excellent for larger files. Its 2.5-inch form factor and portable nature make it convenient for laptop users on the move. Just be aware that while the interface is fast, actual drive speeds may vary.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 500GB portable storage capacity
- Fast USB 3.0 connectivity
- High 5000 MB/s data transfer rate
- Includes free carry case
- Pre-formatted to NTFS
Cons
- Hard disk interface listed as USB 1.1 (likely a spec error)
- Mechanical hard disk, not SSD
Specifications
- Data Transfer Rate 5000 Megabytes Per Second
- Compatible Devices Laptop
- Number Of Items 1
- Specific Uses For Product Personal
- Installation Type External Hard Drive
- Hard Disk Description Mechanical Hard Disk, 2.5-inch, Usb 3.0
Show all 26 specifications
- Form Factor
- 2.5 in
- Capacity
- 500gb
- Storage Capacity
- 500 GB
- Hardware Connectivity
- Sata 6.0 Gb/s
- Built-in Media
- Free Carry Case
- Special Feature
- Portable
- Hard-drive Size
- 500 Gb
- USB Specification
- USB 3.0
- Color
- Black
- Cache Memory Installed Size
- 500
- Brand
- Unbranded
- Type
- External Drive
- Hard Disk Interface
- Usb 1.1
- Additional Features
- Portable
- Digital Storage Capacity
- 500 Gb
- Hard Disk Form Factor
- 2.5 Inches
- Media Speed
- 2500 Mb/s
- Item Weight
- 0.21 Kilograms
- Connectivity Technology
- Usb
- Country of Origin
- Thailand
