The SSD maximizes data access speed, while the WD Blue drive stores up to 6 TB of movies, games, files, applications, and more. Easily perform upgrades and backups. WD drives come with free access to WD Acronis True Image. Our software can be downloaded and quickly copies all existing data to your new drive—without needing to reinstall your operating system. Backup and recovery features make it easy to save and retrieve your personal data. Upgrade your storage for the future. Enhanced technology brings greater storage demands. Cameras that record videos in Ultra High Definition at a resolution of 4K and 30 frames per second require a lot of storage space. Handling all this media is a breeze with our 6 TB drive, which can store up to 281.25 hours of 4K video. Recommended use—WD Blue drives have been tested and recommended for use in complete PC solutions, industrial applications, notebooks, and external enclosures.
Interface version | SATA III |
Storage Technology | CMR |
Memory Scope of application | Allrounder |
Max. Speed | 7200 RPM |
Interface | SATA |
Cache | 32 MB |
Sustained Speed HDD | 600 MB/s |
Item number | 14623309 |
Manufacturer | WD |
Category | Hard drives |
Manufacturer no. | WD5000AZLX |
Release date | 18.5.2024 |
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Memory Scope of application | Allrounder |
Interface | SATA |
Interface version | SATA III |
Form factor | 3.5" |
Storage capacity | 0.50 TB |
Cache | 32 MB |
Sustained Speed HDD | 600 MB/s |
Max. Speed | 7200 RPM |
Storage Technology | CMR |
Maximum operating temperature | 60 °C |
Max. noise level | 29 dB |
Power consumption (standby) | 1.20 W |
Power consumption | 6.10 W |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | WD Blue 3.5-inch PC HDD |
Length | 14.70 cm |
Width | 10.16 cm |
Height | 2.54 cm |
Weight | 450 g |
Length | 16.80 cm |
Width | 14.70 cm |
Height | 2.90 cm |
Weight | 430 g |
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On the outside, especially in terms of workmanship, WD does a good job with all four series. There is absolutely nothing to complain about, as befits a precision component like a hard drive. In terms of noise and temperature emissions, the WD Blue and WD Purple score best, which is due to the lowered spindle speed of 5,400 rpm...