Seagate FireCuda 1TB 1U7172-500 Internal Hybrid Hard Drive SSD 2.5-inch SATA
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About this product
This Seagate FireCuda 1TB internal hybrid hard drive (SSHD) comes in a 2.5-inch SATA III form factor, suitable for laptops. It combines traditional HDD storage with SSD-like performance characteristics, offering 1TB capacity and a 128 MB cache. The drive is compatible with laptops and is silver in color, originating from Thailand.
Our take
For those looking to upgrade their laptop's storage without the full cost of an SSD, this Seagate FireCuda 1TB internal hybrid drive is an intriguing option. The 2.5-inch SATA III interface makes it a direct replacement for most laptop hard drives. The hybrid nature, with a 128 MB cache, aims to provide faster boot times and application loading compared to a standard HDD, leveraging Adaptive Memory Technology. While it won't match a pure SSD for speed, it offers a good balance of capacity and performance at a more accessible price point. This particular unit is an "open box" item described as a "new pull," suggesting minimal prior use.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hybrid HDD/SSD performance
- 1TB storage capacity
- 128 MB cache for speed boost
- Standard 2.5-inch SATA III form factor
Cons
- Not as fast as a pure SSD
- "Open box" condition
Specifications
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- Payments Diners Club
- Condition Open box An item in excellent, new condition with no wear. The item may be missing the original packaging or protective wrapping, or may be in the original packaging but not sealed. The item includes original accessories. The item may be a factory second. See the seller's listing for full details and description. See all condition definitions opens in a new window or tab
- Seller Notes “New pull from chassis that was not put into production.”
- Compatible With Laptop
- Color Silver
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- MPN
- 1U7172-500
- Brand
- Seagate
- Form Factor
- 2.5 in
- Type
- Internal (Laptop)
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Model
- ST1000LX015
- Storage Capacity
- 1 TB
- Interface
- SATA III
- Product Line
- FIRECUDA
- Cache
- 128 MB
- Country of Origin
- Thailand
