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Western Digital Blue SSD 500GB 2.5 Inch SATA III Connection
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Western Digital Blue SSD 500GB 2.5 Inch SATA III Connection

Read speed: 545 MB/s

Disk capacity: 500 GB

Interface: SATA III

Nominal operating time: 1.75 million hours

Disk format: 2.5"

Write speed: 525 MB/s

Read speed: 545 MB/s

Disk capacity: 500 GB

Interface: SATA III

Nominal operating time: 1.75 million hours

Disk format: 2.5"

Write speed: 525 MB/s

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  • Communication Protocol

    Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

    Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


    PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

    SATA III

    Modern hard drive connection standard.

    The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.

  • Write Speed

    Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

    For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

    These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

  • Read Speed

    Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

    An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

    These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
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Description

Description

Read speed: 545 MB/s

Disk capacity: 500 GB

Interface: SATA III

Nominal operating time: 1.75 million hours

Disk format: 2.5"

Write speed: 525 MB/s

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information
See full description

Specifications

Specifications

Product Details

Capacity
500 GB

Capacity

The golden ratio of cost and capacity for now is 500GB and 1TB.

For gaming or professional programs that require a lot of space for their installation, a capacity of at least 500GB is recommended. 

As an indication, a 1TB hard drive can hold about 250 thousand photos taken with a 12MP camera or 250 movies.
Communication Protocol
SATA III

Communication Protocol

Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

SATA III
Modern hard drive connection standard.

The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.
NVMe
No

NVMe

Communication template that enhances the performance and speed of SSDs.

The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for simple everyday use.
Heatsink
No

Heatsink

The SSD is equipped with a heatsink to maintain low temperatures, ensuring better performance and more efficient heat dissipation in the SSD.
Compatible with PlayStation 5
No

Compatible with PlayStation 5

Compatible with PS5.

Dimensions

Form Factor
2.5''

Form Factor

The term form factor refers to the physical size of SSDs. The motherboard must support the form factor of the SSD in order for it to be installed.


The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (such as high-definition video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for everyday use.

2.5''
The most classic size of SATA SSD hard drive.

HDD hard drives in laptops are of this size, so upgrading with an SSD is the right choice.

Performance

Read Speed
545 MB/s

Read Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
Write Speed
525 MB/s

Write Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.
Maximum 4KB Random Write
80000 IOPS

Maximum 4KB Random Write

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk in data recording during general use, for example (opening the computer/using applications). The larger the size, the faster it is in these functions.

Average read speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 80,000 IOPS, while for one with NVMe it is 380,000 IOPS.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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Reviews (6)

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4.8
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  • Reliability
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  • Management software
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  • saley7
    5
    saley7

    If you want to prefer this brand, choose this blue one and not the cheap one called SA510 or SA500, they have nothing to do with reliability. I have had this one for 4 years as my main drive with Windows and a bunch of games for online gaming mainly, so that the tracks load quickly, and it hasn't broken down yet. I have the version with 1TB

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
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  • le0
    4
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    le0

    Replaced an HDD in a 10-year-old laptop... Without 'flying' or 'dragging', it proves to be an economically viable solution to transfer your data smoothly and have a decently fast portable computer again within a day... Note: the transfer of the operating system and data was done using AOMEI Backupper software, not the accompanying WD (Acronis) software, without any issues...

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    • Reliability
    • Value for money
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    • Management software
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  • tristania
    5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    tristania

    We put 2 in one server in mirror RAID configuration and the RAID controller gave us read speeds of 900 MB and write speeds of 200 MB. The write speed was a bit lower than expected. The server is an HP Gen 8 with a CPU of 2x8 cores/16 threads at 1.8 GHz, and 128 GB of HP DDR3 Memory 2Rx4 PC3-10600R. The controller is the HP Smart Array B110i RAID

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Management software
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  • 5
    sot.fera

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    • Relatively stable performance
  • 5
    Stefandr

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 250 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • 5
    giorgosuzuki

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • saley7
    5
    saley7

    If you want to prefer this brand, choose this blue one and not the cheap one called SA510 or SA500, they have nothing to do with reliability. I have had this one for 4 years as my main drive with Windows and a bunch of games for online gaming mainly, so that the tracks load quickly, and it hasn't broken down yet. I have the version with 1TB

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • le0
    4
    le0

    Replaced an HDD in a 10-year-old laptop... Without 'flying' or 'dragging', it proves to be an economically viable solution to transfer your data smoothly and have a decently fast portable computer again within a day... Note: the transfer of the operating system and data was done using AOMEI Backupper software, not the accompanying WD (Acronis) software, without any issues...

    Translated from Greek ·
    3
  • tristania
    5
    tristania

    We put 2 in one server in mirror RAID configuration and the RAID controller gave us read speeds of 900 MB and write speeds of 200 MB. The write speed was a bit lower than expected. The server is an HP Gen 8 with a CPU of 2x8 cores/16 threads at 1.8 GHz, and 128 GB of HP DDR3 Memory 2Rx4 PC3-10600R. The controller is the HP Smart Array B110i RAID

    Translated from Greek ·
    3
  • 5
    sot.fera

    0
  • 5
    Stefandr

    0
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Description & Specifications

Read speed: 545 MB/s

Disk capacity: 500 GB

Interface: SATA III

Nominal operating time: 1.75 million hours

Disk format: 2.5"

Write speed: 525 MB/s

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information

Product Details

Capacity
500 GB

Capacity

The golden ratio of cost and capacity for now is 500GB and 1TB.

For gaming or professional programs that require a lot of space for their installation, a capacity of at least 500GB is recommended. 

As an indication, a 1TB hard drive can hold about 250 thousand photos taken with a 12MP camera or 250 movies.
Communication Protocol
SATA III

Communication Protocol

Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

SATA III
Modern hard drive connection standard.

The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.
NVMe
No

NVMe

Communication template that enhances the performance and speed of SSDs.

The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for simple everyday use.
Heatsink
No

Heatsink

The SSD is equipped with a heatsink to maintain low temperatures, ensuring better performance and more efficient heat dissipation in the SSD.
Compatible with PlayStation 5
No

Compatible with PlayStation 5

Compatible with PS5.

Dimensions

Form Factor
2.5''

Form Factor

The term form factor refers to the physical size of SSDs. The motherboard must support the form factor of the SSD in order for it to be installed.


The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (such as high-definition video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for everyday use.

2.5''
The most classic size of SATA SSD hard drive.

HDD hard drives in laptops are of this size, so upgrading with an SSD is the right choice.

Performance

Read Speed
545 MB/s

Read Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
Write Speed
525 MB/s

Write Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.
Maximum 4KB Random Write
80000 IOPS

Maximum 4KB Random Write

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk in data recording during general use, for example (opening the computer/using applications). The larger the size, the faster it is in these functions.

Average read speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 80,000 IOPS, while for one with NVMe it is 380,000 IOPS.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (6)

4.8
6
4.8
Review this product
  1. 5
  2. 1
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
    0
Review this product
  • Reliability
  • Value for money
  • Expected speed
  • Management software
  • Consistent performance
  • saley7
    5
    saley7

    If you want to prefer this brand, choose this blue one and not the cheap one called SA510 or SA500, they have nothing to do with reliability. I have had this one for 4 years as my main drive with Windows and a bunch of games for online gaming mainly, so that the tracks load quickly, and it hasn't broken down yet. I have the version with 1TB

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • le0
    4
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    le0

    Replaced an HDD in a 10-year-old laptop... Without 'flying' or 'dragging', it proves to be an economically viable solution to transfer your data smoothly and have a decently fast portable computer again within a day... Note: the transfer of the operating system and data was done using AOMEI Backupper software, not the accompanying WD (Acronis) software, without any issues...

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    • Expected speed
    • Management software
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • tristania
    5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    tristania

    We put 2 in one server in mirror RAID configuration and the RAID controller gave us read speeds of 900 MB and write speeds of 200 MB. The write speed was a bit lower than expected. The server is an HP Gen 8 with a CPU of 2x8 cores/16 threads at 1.8 GHz, and 128 GB of HP DDR3 Memory 2Rx4 PC3-10600R. The controller is the HP Smart Array B110i RAID

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Management software
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    sot.fera

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    • Relatively stable performance
  • 5
    Stefandr

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 250 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • 5
    giorgosuzuki

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • saley7
    5
    saley7

    If you want to prefer this brand, choose this blue one and not the cheap one called SA510 or SA500, they have nothing to do with reliability. I have had this one for 4 years as my main drive with Windows and a bunch of games for online gaming mainly, so that the tracks load quickly, and it hasn't broken down yet. I have the version with 1TB

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • le0
    4
    le0

    Replaced an HDD in a 10-year-old laptop... Without 'flying' or 'dragging', it proves to be an economically viable solution to transfer your data smoothly and have a decently fast portable computer again within a day... Note: the transfer of the operating system and data was done using AOMEI Backupper software, not the accompanying WD (Acronis) software, without any issues...

    Translated from Greek ·
    3
  • tristania
    5
    tristania

    We put 2 in one server in mirror RAID configuration and the RAID controller gave us read speeds of 900 MB and write speeds of 200 MB. The write speed was a bit lower than expected. The server is an HP Gen 8 with a CPU of 2x8 cores/16 threads at 1.8 GHz, and 128 GB of HP DDR3 Memory 2Rx4 PC3-10600R. The controller is the HP Smart Array B110i RAID

    Translated from Greek ·
    3
  • 5
    sot.fera

    0
  • 5
    Stefandr

    0
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