Seagate Barracuda SATA 6Gbps 128MB Cache 500GB 2.5" Internal Hard Drive
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About this product
This Seagate Barracuda 2.5-inch internal hard drive offers a 500GB storage capacity, suitable for laptops or compact systems. It operates at 5400 RPM with a SATA 6Gbps interface, providing a balanced performance for everyday computing needs. The drive includes a 128MB cache, which helps improve data access speeds for frequently used files. Its small form factor makes it a practical choice for upgrading or replacing existing laptop hard drives, or for use in external enclosures.
Our take
If you're looking for a solid, no-frills internal hard drive for a laptop or a smaller form factor PC, this Seagate Barracuda is a reasonable option. The 500GB capacity is adequate for basic storage needs, and the 2.5-inch form factor is standard for portable devices. At 5400 RPM, it's not the fastest drive out there, but the 128MB cache does help mitigate some of those speed limitations for general use. For under $40, it's a cost-effective way to get more storage, especially if you're not planning on heavy-duty tasks or large file transfers regularly.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 500GB storage capacity
- Compact 2.5-inch form factor
- SATA 6Gbps interface
- Generous 128MB cache
Cons
- 5400 RPM rotation speed
- Only 500GB capacity
Specifications
- Brand Seagate
- Manufacturer Part Number 2E717D-500
- Cache 128 MB
- Drive Type(s) Supported HDD
- Form Factor 2.5 in
- Product Line Barracuda
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- Rotation Speed
- 5400 RPM
- Storage Capacity
- 500 GB
- Type
- Internal Hard Drive
- UPC
- NA
