WD Blue Desktop Hard Disk Drive
Best high-capacity storage for everyday desktop computing and office tasks.
This drive is the ultimate high-capacity workhorse for everyday computing and massive file collections. While the SMR technology isn't built for high-speed creative workflows, it offers an incredibly reliable, low-power solution for those who prioritize sheer storage space over raw performance.
$380.00
Who it's for
- Budget-conscious users building large media libraries
- Data hoarders needing dependable long-term archival storage
- Gamers and creators requiring massive space for digital files
Who should skip it
- Power users demanding fast system responsiveness and load times
- Users sensitive to noise in quiet workspace environments
- People needing portable storage prone to accidental drops
Performance breakdown
Storage Capacity
Massive 6TB footprint handles extensive media libraries and daily backups with ease.
Data Transfer Speed
Sustained speeds are perfectly adequate for general office work and storage.
Power Efficiency
Advanced power management keeps energy consumption impressively low during active use.
Software Integration
Included cloning software makes migrating your existing data a seamless experience.
Write Performance
SMR technology creates limitations during heavy, sustained write-intensive tasks.
Reliability Features
NoTouch ramp load technology provides essential protection for your stored data.
Key Specs
Hard Drive Capacity
6 TB
Cache Memory
256 MB
Disk Speed
5400 RPM
Interface type
SATA
Hard drive form factor
3.5-inch
Interface transfer rate (max) Buffer to host
6 Gb/s
Host to/from drive (sustained)
180 MB/s
Recording Technology
SMR
Height (maximum)
26.10mm
Width (maximum)
101.60mm
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