Toshiba 500GB Portable External Hard Drive, Black case USB cable included
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About this product
This Toshiba 500GB portable external hard drive offers 500GB of storage capacity in a black, 2.5-inch form factor. It includes a USB cable for connectivity and operates at a notable 7200 RPM rotation speed. This portable drive is designed for external use, providing a faster mechanical drive option for users needing quick access to their data. Its model number is MQ01ACF050, and it is manufactured in the Philippines.
Our take
I appreciate that this Toshiba 500GB external drive steps up to a 7200 RPM rotation speed. For a traditional HDD, that's a welcome boost in performance compared to the more common 5400 RPM drives, which could mean slightly quicker file transfers and access times. While 500GB is on the smaller side for today's storage needs, it's perfectly adequate for documents, photos, or a small video collection. The included USB cable is convenient, and the 2.5-inch form factor makes it highly portable. A solid choice if you prioritize a bit more speed from a mechanical drive and don't need massive capacity.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Faster 7200 RPM rotation speed
- Compact 2.5-inch form factor
- Includes USB cable
- Portable external drive
Cons
- Only 500GB storage capacity
Specifications
- Brand Toshiba
- Form Factor 2.5 in
- Type PORTABLE EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE
- Color BLACK
- Model MQ01ACF050
- Storage Capacity 500 GB
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- Interface
- USB
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Rotation Speed
- 7200 RPM
