Verbatim 500GB Go External Hard Drive USB 2.0 PC Backup Storage Kit
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About this product
The Verbatim 500GB Go External Hard Drive is a USB 2.0 PC backup storage kit, offering 500GB of HDD storage capacity. It features a 2.5-inch form factor, a 5400 RPM rotation speed, and connects via a USB interface. Compatible with both Mac and PC, this black external drive is designed for basic backup needs, with features like a USB Port and removability. Its dimensions are 8" length, 4" width, and 1.5" height.
Our take
The Verbatim 500GB Go External Hard Drive serves as a basic and affordable backup solution. Its 500GB HDD capacity is suitable for documents and smaller media collections, and the 2.5-inch form factor makes it portable. Compatibility with both Mac and PC adds to its versatility. However, the primary drawback is the USB 2.0 interface, which offers significantly slower data transfer speeds compared to modern USB 3.0 or USB-C. The 5400 RPM rotation speed is also standard for basic HDDs but won't deliver fast performance. For quick, non-urgent backups where budget is key, it's an option, but expect longer transfer times.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 500GB storage capacity
- Portable 2.5-inch form factor
- Compatible with Mac and PC
- Removable with USB Port
Cons
- Slow USB 2.0 interface
- Only 500GB capacity
- 5400 RPM rotation speed
Specifications
- Compatible With Mac, PC
- Color Black
- Number of Bays No Bays/Closed Device
- Item Length 8”
- Rotation Speed 5400 RPM
- Form Factor 2.5 in
Show all 16 specifications
- Type
- External Drive
- Item Height
- 1.5”
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Features
- Removable, USB Port
- Storage Capacity
- 500 GB
- Interface
- USB
- Item Width
- 4”
- UPC
- 0023942965701
- Brand
- Verbatim
- Model
- 96570
