Western Digital 500GB 16 MB Cache 7200RPM SATA WD5000AAKS Internal Hard Drive
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About this product
The Western Digital WD5000AAKS is a 3.5-inch internal desktop hard drive providing 500GB of storage. It operates at 7200 RPM with a 16MB cache and connects via a SATA II interface, offering a transfer rate of 300MB/s. This drive is compatible with PCs and features low noise level and removable capabilities. It also comes with a 1-month manufacturer warranty, positioned within the WD Blue product line.
Our take
This Western Digital 500GB drive is a solid choice for general desktop use, especially for systems that can benefit from its 7200 RPM performance. The 500GB capacity is practical for an operating system and a selection of programs. The SATA II interface, while not the absolute latest, provides a respectable 300MB/s transfer rate, which is perfectly adequate for most users. I appreciate the emphasis on a low noise level and the inclusion of a 1-month manufacturer warranty for peace of mind. At just $16.79, it's an incredibly budget-friendly way to add or replace storage in a desktop PC.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 500GB storage capacity
- 7200 RPM rotation speed
- Low noise level feature
- Budget-friendly $16.79 price
Cons
- Older SATA II interface
- Only 1-month manufacturer warranty
Specifications
- Compatible With PC
- Color Silver
- MPN WD5000AAKS
- Rotation Speed 7200 RPM
- Brand Western Digital
- Form Factor 3.5 in
Show all 20 specifications
- Type
- Internal Desktop Drive
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Read Speed
- 300MB/s
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 Month
- Model
- Western Digital WD5000AAKS
- Transfer Rate
- 300 Mbps
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Features
- Low Noise Level, Removable
- Storage Capacity
- 500 GB
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Interface
- SATA II
- Cache
- 16 MB
- Product Line
- WD Blue
