The fastest hard drive: review, specifications and features

Despite the dynamic development of SDD drives, aging HHD disks are still widely popular among users.

This phenomenon is explained primarily by the price/volume ratio.

In this review, we will look at the most worthy HDD models for desktop computers, and we will look at what to look for when choosing such hard drives.

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Rating of the TOP 13 best hard drives (HDD) for a computer

Place	Model	Price
The best 500 GB models
#1	Western Digital WD5000AZLX
#2	Seagate Barracuda 500 GB ST500DM009
The best HDDs with a capacity of 1000 GB
#1	Toshiba 1 TB HDWD110UZSVA
#2	Western Digital WD10EZRZ
#3	Western Digital WD1003FZEX
Best 2000 GB Hard Drives
#1	Seagate Barracuda 2TB ST2000DM008
#2	Western Digital WD2003FZEX
#3	Toshiba 2 TB HDWD120UZSVA
The best 4 TB models
#1	Western Digital WD40EZRZ
#2	Seagate Barracuda 4TB ST4000DM004
#3	Toshiba 4 TB HDWE140UZSVA
The best HDDs with a capacity of 6 TB
#1	Seagate Barracuda 6TB ST6000DM003
#2	Western Digital WD6003FZBX

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Criteria for choosing an internal hard drive for a desktop PC

Stay up to date! Stationary machines require the use of a 3.5-inch HDD, other important characteristics are given below:

Disk space volume. The capacity of modern HDDs varies in the range of 256 GB-10 TB. The optimal volume for installing the operating system, programs and storing user data ranges from 500 GB to 6 TB.
Connection interface. Modern hard drives use the SATA connector version 3 with a maximum throughput of 6 gigabits per second. Accordingly, the computer must have a similar connector for connection.
Read and write speed. The higher this characteristic, the faster the OS will load, programs and games will run, and data will be copied or moved.
Clipboard. This is the hard drive's own RAM memory - an intermediate link between the PC's RAM and the slow mechanical part of the HDD. In theory, a large cache memory has a positive effect on the speed of copying and writing massive data.
Spindle rotation speed. For personal computers, disks with 5400 and 7200 revolutions per minute (rpm) are available. Each type has its own specific features, for example, HDD 5400 rpm is less noisy.

Characteristics

To determine the fastest hard drive, you need to understand the parameters of the hard drive:

capacity;
interface;
form factor;
random access time;
output and input operations;
rotation speed, etc.

All computer hard drives have a specific connection interface. Most often, modern devices operate using SATA. Therefore, there should not be any difficulties in choosing.

Next you need to select the capacity of the HDD. Depending on the needs, models from 200 GB are available to the user. The 10 TB model is considered the most capacious. The form factor for a PC is 3.5 inches, and for a laptop it is 2.5 inches.

The following settings directly affect hard drive activity. The fastest hard drive can be determined by the spindle speed. It is determined by the number of revolutions per minute.

For home systems, it is enough to choose models that have an indicator of 5400 and 7200 rpm. The fastest computer hard drives operate at 10 and 15 thousand rpm. But these options are often used in high-performance systems and server stations.

Random access time also affects device performance. The range of this characteristic is from 2.5 to 16 ms. For comparison, almost all SSDs operate at 1 ms or less.

Top HDD manufacturers

Keep in mind! In fact, there are not many companies that produce good hard drives.

The best ones are below:

Seagate produces high-quality HDDs of various sizes. The models work using caching technology with several levels, which increases data loading/unloading.
Toshiba - hard drives of this brand are known for their reliability and affordable price. Toshiba HDDs, due to their technical parameters, are optimal for home use.
Hitachi is one of the oldest corporations on the market. The company's engineers develop hard drives of various capacities for desktop computers of various levels.
Samsung - despite the fact that today the manufacturer has concentrated on solid-state models, the hard drives of this company remain one of the most attractive on the market.

SAMSUNG

The company has been operating since 1938, but began producing components for computers and laptops only in 1983. Despite the fact that the bulk of drives of this brand are solid-state, hard drives produced by SAMSUNG are also very good.

Review of the main features of Samsung HDD

The company creates hard drives for both PCs - 3.5 inches in size, and for laptops - 2.5 inches in size. The latter are more popular due to their reduced rotation speed. Yes, this slightly slows down performance, but with such an HDD the laptop will be quieter. And in such cases, low noise levels are much more important than in the case of system units, because many people work with a laptop on their laps.

See also: Features of working with SSD drives - answers to 9 important questions to make the SSD last longer

Hard drives from manufacturers included in this rating deserve to be called the best. Each company offers models tailored for system units and laptops; finding an option with suitable capacity is also not difficult. And choosing the right hard drive for different tasks is also quite simple. If you need an option that can handle heavy loads, a drive from the WD Black series will come in handy. Owners of laptops/PCs from Toshiba are better off not experimenting, but install a hard drive from the same company in the device. If you want to stuff the PC yourself, then you can select any hard drive of these brands - you can’t go wrong.

The best 500 GB models

These are inexpensive devices with a relatively small amount of disk space by modern standards.

The best 500 GB models according to customer reviews and ratings.

Western Digital WD5000AZLX

The hard drive is guaranteed to provide high speed access to the information stored on it and is suitable for both home use and equipping office desktop computers.

High performance is achieved by using a 32 MB cache memory, high spindle speed and the use of NCQ (special technology to improve performance).

The Western Digital WD5000AZLX is distinguished by reliable mechanical components and high-precision electronics. This allows you to store any data long-term and securely.

The device is also equipped with an innovative vibration elimination system.

Specifications:

read/write rate - 150/150 MB/s;
buffer memory - 32 MB;
rotation speed - 7200 rpm;
noise level (max) - 30 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 6.8 W;
declared service life is 2 years.

Advantages

relatively quiet operation;
reasonable price;
reliability;
high build quality.

Flaws

low write/read speed;
heating of the case during operation;
small cache.

Seagate Barracuda 500 GB ST500DM009

The hard drive is a balanced model with standard mounting dimensions and is suitable for installation in a computer for any purpose.

A decent amount of disk space and sufficient cache memory can satisfy all the needs of home and office computer users.

The SATA 3 connection guarantees high levels of interaction with any motherboard equipped with this interface.

With low power consumption, the Seagate Barracuda 500 GB ST500DM009 has minimal noise levels both under load and when idle.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 156/156 MB/s;
buffer memory - 32 MB;
rotation speed - 7200 rpm;
noise level (max) - 24 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 5.3 W;
declared service life is 5 years.

Advantages

one of the cheapest models;
compactness;
no heating;
low power consumption.

Flaws

makes noise during operation;
slowly comes out of sleep;
small buffer volume.

The best HDDs for a laptop

Let's consider classic mechanical HDDs in the first selection of the rating. From a performance point of view, as mentioned above, this is not the best option, but for a number of cases such a solution may be either optimal or even the only possible one. Our experts suggested three models from three of the world's most famous manufacturers - the Japanese corporation Toshiba, the American Western Digital and Seagate.

All three presented models are made in a “laptop” compact form factor of 2.5″, but their overall linear dimensions, although slightly, differ, and this may be important in the context of a particular laptop model. They all also support 4KB large sector technology. Another common property is the same impact resistance. In operation this characteristic is 400 G and in static conditions – 1000 G.

Toshiba HDWL120UZSVA

Rating: 4.9

Let's start with the drive, which has the largest capacity - 2 TB and, accordingly, the highest cost. Its linear dimensions are 69.85x9.5x100 mm, net weight - 117 g. Buyers note the increased reliability and safety of the packaging in which this hard drive is supplied, unlike many other models, the safety of which often has to be feared during transportation.

In operating mode, the disk consumes up to 1.65 W, heating up to a nominal temperature of 65 °C with normally operating cooling. When compared with hard drives from other manufacturers, this model heats up on average hotter than almost all of them, but only by a few degrees. The declared noise level in operation is no more than 24 dB, in idle mode – up to 23 dB.

The spindle speed here, unfortunately, is not the most outstanding - 5400 rpm, but data density, optimization and a huge 128 MB buffer partly compensate for this shortcoming. The average latency is 5.56 ms.

The device is connected via a high-speed SATA 6Gbit/s interface. External data transfer speed is 600 MB/s. The drive also supports NCQ technology, which is designed to improve the performance of SATA devices.

The MTBF for this hard drive is set to 600 thousand hours. We remind you that this parameter makes sense almost exclusively for server systems where dozens or hundreds of hard drives work together. If you are buying a drive just for a laptop, this characteristic can be neglected.

Advantages

high security packaging;
NCQ support;
buffer 128 MB;
the largest volume in the group.

Flaws

slow spindle rotation.

Western Digital WD Black 500 GB (WD5000LPLX)

Rating: 4.8

The second position in the first selection of the rating is a half-terabyte disk from Western Digital. This model is half the price of the previous one, which is dictated by its significantly lower capacity.

The physical dimensions of the device are 69.85x7x100.2 mm, net weight is 92 g. In operation, it consumes up to 2 W of electrical power. Nominal noise level during operation is no higher than 25 dB, when idle – no more than 23 dB. As you can see, in terms of noise indicators, this model is almost similar to the previous one, but many independent reviews say that “in real life” the hard drive is even quieter, and significantly more so. The same goes for heating - the model almost never overheats.

The buffer volume in this case is not as impressive as that of the previous model, but this is not necessary due to the smaller volume. Plus, the spindle rotation here is already “more decent” - 7200 rpm. The SATA 6Gbit/s interface also has a positive effect on performance. All these characteristics combined give the speed of operation, which is emphatically praised by users.

The manufacturer's warranty for this hard drive is 60 months.

Advantages

Quieter than the noise level declared by the manufacturer (according to user reviews);
high speed;
low heat;
60 months warranty.

Flaws

No pronounced disadvantages were noted.

Seagate ST500LM021

Rating: 4.7

The “mechanical” selection of the rating of the best hard drives for laptops according to Expertology is completed by a model from Seagate with the same capacity as the previous example.

Dimensions of the hard drive are 70.1x7x100.55 mm, net weight is 95 g. In operating mode, even at maximum load, it consumes no more than 1.8 W of electrical power, without particularly heating up - on average, the operating temperature varies about 40 degrees. The operating noise level declared by the manufacturer does not exceed 24 dB, the idle noise does not exceed 23 dB. Independent reviews are practically unanimous in their positive assessment of the quietness of operation.

The buffer memory parameters here are the same as the previous model - 32 MB. The access speed is also exactly the same - 7200 rpm, as well as the connection interface - SATA 6Gbit/s. The real (not “external”) data exchange speed reaches 135 MB/sec. The read access time is 11 ms.

The manufacturer's warranty for this hard drive is 24 months.

Advantages

quiet operation;
almost ideal for Sony PlayStation (according to user reviews);
fairly high data exchange speed.

Flaws

relatively short warranty, but individual points of sale may provide a longer period than the manufacturer.

The best HDDs with a capacity of 1000 GB

Terabyte hard drives are the most popular category of internal HDDs for home and office use.

TOP 3 best models with a capacity of 1000 GB in terms of price and quality ratio.

Toshiba 1 TB HDWD110UZSVA

The model from the world famous company Toshiba is a high-performance, spacious and durable hard drive to satisfy any user needs.

This device is designed for installation in stationary personal computers for various purposes. The HDWD110UZSVA model supports the SATA 3 interface with a bandwidth of up to 6 Gbps. The presented device generates a low noise level and has good capacity. The device also boasts good data transfer rates.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 196/196 MB/s;
buffer memory - 64 MB;
rotation speed - 7200 rpm;
noise level (max) - 26 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 65 °C;
power consumption - 6.4 W;
declared service life is 4 years.

Advantages

time-tested brand;
high write/read speed;
large volume;
long service life.

Flaws

non-critical heating;
slowly “wakes up”;
high price tag.

Western Digital WD10EZRZ

The hard drive will definitely appeal to users of desktop PCs who do not need frills and are looking for a productive, practical drive.

The amount of free space in this disk will be enough to install the system, programs and games, and store file archives.

The noise level of the Western Digital WD10EZRZ ranges from 21 to 24 dB at idle and under load, respectively.

During operation, the device consumes only 3.3 W, being one of the most economical HDD representatives.

Data transmission and reception speeds are sufficient to perform most standard tasks.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 150/150 MB/s;
buffer memory - 64 MB;
rotation speed - 5400 rpm;
noise level (max) - 24 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 3.3 W;
declared service life is 2 years.

Advantages

quiet hard drive;
the speed corresponds to the declared one;
no heating;
high quality workmanship;
impressive volume.

Flaws

frequent head parking;
short service life;
meager equipment.

Western Digital WD1003FZEX

The model, which attracts attention with its serious volume and impressive performance, is a representative of drives for installation and operation in small-sized desktop system units.

High speed of reading and writing data, one terabyte of disk space, good performance allow you to install and create backup copies of the operating system, store software, multimedia files and documents.

The SATA 3 interface with a bandwidth of up to 6 Gbps allows you to use the Western Digital WD1003FZEX drive in almost any modern desktop computer.

The power connection is made via the SATA 15 pin interface.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 150/150 MB/s;
buffer memory - 64 MB;
rotation rate - 7200 rpm;
noise level (max) - 30 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 6.8 W;
declared service life is 5 years.

Advantages

high speed;
does not get very hot;
low power consumption;
long warranty.

Flaws

vibrates during operation;
high price;
small cache.

The best laptop hard drives

The range of 2.5-inch hard drives is smaller and more expensive. They are subject to greater stress as users move laptops frequently. Therefore, when choosing a drive, you need to take into account the shock resistance parameter. Which laptop hard drive is best to choose depends on the type of information used. When working with text documents, small-capacity devices are suitable; for multimedia files, it is recommended to choose from models with a capacity of 1-2 TB. Based on this parameter and other technical characteristics, the 3 best hard drives were selected from 10 nominees.

Western Digital WD Black 500 GB (WD5000LPLX)

The word Black in the model name indicates the possibility of using the disk for increased loads. Drives are installed by users who work with resource-intensive programs. WD Black 500 GB is considered the best option for buyers with a small budget. The model is equipped with 1 plate, which reduced the noise level during operation to 25 dB. When active, it can withstand impacts up to 1000 G, and at rest - up to 400 G.

Advantages

SATA III interface, which provides high disk speed;
Minimum power consumption;
Thin;
Easy;
Low price.

Flaws

Possible marriage;
High heat.

Respondents rated the performance, durability and quality of the model at 4.5. The disk operates for 3 to 5 years without breakdowns and does not make noise.

Experts also consider the drive to be the best in its category and recommend its purchase.

Samsung HM160HC

The spindle speed of the model was reduced by the manufacturer to 5400 rpm, which reduced vibration and noise during operation. These indicators are important for most users, since laptops are often placed on their knees while working. The Parallel IDE is considered deprecated. It has lower bandwidth and data transfer speed. The connection cable is a wide ribbon with 80 cores. This cable shape causes improper air circulation in the case and interferes with the installation of components. Moreover, you can connect several devices to it simultaneously.

Advantages

Compact;
Easy;
Low susceptibility to mechanical stress;
Average price.

Flaws

Small volume, 160 GB;
Devices are powered only through the molex connector.

Users rate the ease of use and functionality of the nominee for the best hard drives rating as 5, but its build quality and reliability as 3.5. When idle, it heats up to 45 degrees, and during operation the temperature reaches 50 degrees. Users note that after 1 month of operation, the disk contains reassigned sectors. This indicates the presence of microscopic damage on the plates.

HGST HTS725032a7e630

The capacity of the HDD drive is 320 GB, rotation speed is 7200 rpm. Support for 4 KB sectors allows efficient use of memory space. Thanks to the SATA III interface, the disk bandwidth is increased to 6 Gbit/s, which ensures good data read and write speeds. The level of power consumption is the lowest among the category nominees. Impact resistance parameters are identical to the WD5000LPLX model.

Advantages

Quiet operation;
Easy;
Thin;
Low price;
Minimum heating.

Flaws

Loud clicking of heads;
Possible marriage.

Users note the good build quality and durability of the drive. When working in office applications, it heats up to a maximum of 40 degrees. But the advantages are attributed only to the original models; defects are often found in Chinese fakes.

Best 2000 GB Hard Drives

Two terabytes allow you to store large amounts of data, be it multimedia files or documents.

Seagate Barracuda 2TB ST2000DM008

The model stands out for its excellent characteristics, which is not surprising, because reliable and high-quality components were used for its assembly.

The two terabytes of memory provided by the Seagate Barracuda 2 TB ST2000DM008 will be enough to store significant amounts of data.

Western Digital WD2003FZEX

A hard drive designed for use in system units of desktop computers can boast good speed characteristics and a long service life.

This 3.5-inch drive connects to the SATA 3 interface with a bandwidth of up to 6 Gbit/s.

Power is supplied via the SATA 15 pin interface. Two terabytes of disk space allow you to store a large amount of digital data.

The increased processing power of the Western Digital WD2003FZEX model allows the product to be used as a component of a gaming PC.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 164/164 MB/s;
buffer memory - 64 MB;
rotation speed - 7200 rpm;
noise level (max) - 34 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 9.5 W;
declared service life is 5 years.

Advantages

reliability;
speed;
performance;
no heating.

Flaws

there is noise under load;
“wakes up” for quite a long time;
expensive model.

Toshiba 2 TB HDWD120UZSVA

The model, designed for installation and operation on desktop computers, is suitable not only for installing an operating system, but also for storing large amounts of information.

Other indicators do not lag behind the volume.

The high-speed spindle ensures fast media processing.

The Toshiba 2 TB HDWD120UZSVA model is relatively silent. The third generation SATA interface allows data processing at speeds up to 6 Gbit/s.

Capacious buffer memory makes it possible to avoid downtime when the computer is turned on and contributes to even greater efficiency of the hard drive during operation.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 190/190 MB/s;
buffer memory - 64 MB;
rotation speed - 7200 rpm;
noise level (max) - 28 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 65 °C;
power consumption - 6.4 W;
declared service life is 4 years.

Advantages

the speed corresponds to the declared one;
budget price tag;
long service life;
low power consumption.

Flaws

case heating;
dropping performance when writing large amounts of data;
high noise level.

The best hard drives over 2 TB

Devices with large capacities are chosen by people whose activities involve working with large files. A 2 TB hard drive for computers is necessary for avid gamers, because the plots and graphics of many games, together with other data, often take up more than 50-100 GB. The category presents the 2 best nominees, which, based on comparative tests, took leading positions among 5 models.

Dell 2TB 7200rpm 400-ATKJ 3.5″

Premium HDD hard drives are used for servers or computers. Its volume is 2 TB, rotation speed is 7200 rpm. The model is produced in a standard size of 3.5 inches. The SATA III interface provides good throughput and disk performance. The weight of the model does not exceed 0.5 kg. Advanced Format support allows you to make the most of your storage space.

Advantages

High data transfer speed – 12 Gb/sec;
Low power consumption;
Compact;
Quiet operation.

Flaws

High price;
It gets very hot.

Users rate the performance and quality of the nominee as 4. Some note strong heating and the fragility of the hard drive's operation. The remaining characteristics correspond to the parameters specified by the manufacturer.

HGST HDS723030ALA640

The volume of this model has been increased to 3 TB, so it will suit people who store a lot of multimedia files and heavy games on their computer. The interface parameters and hard drive rotation speed are identical to the previous nominee. In terms of shock resistance, it is inferior to drives with a capacity of up to 2 TB. During operation it is only 70 G, and during storage - 300 G.

Advantages

Low power consumption;
Quiet operation;
Compact;
Average price.

Flaws

Heats up well during operation;
Strong vibration.

Users find the model reliable and durable. Some users claim that the drive gets very hot during operation. Experts do not consider this feature a disadvantage; they recommend installing an additional fan.

The best 4 TB models

Four terabyte hard drives can be used in home and office computers, including server machines.

Western Digital WD40EZRZ

Four terabytes of hard drive, designed for use in all-in-one PCs and desktop PCs, will allow you to forget for a long time about the lack of free space for HD movies, lossless music and other large files.

Impressive volume is not the only advantage of this model.

With a maximum spindle speed of 5400 units, the Western Digital WD40EZRZ consumes very little power at 5.3 watts, making it a more than economical component.

Its SATA interface of the third version is distinguished by its high throughput, and the latency when working with data is a record 5.5 ms for an HDD.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 150/150 MB/s;
buffer memory - 64 MB;
rotation speed - 5400 rpm;
noise level (max) - 28 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 5.3 W;
declared service life is 2 years.

Advantages

low noise level;
excellent volume/price ratio;
high read and write speed;
There are no speed drops when the cache is full.

Flaws

Not fast enough for gaming;
short service life.

Seagate Barracuda 4TB ST4000DM004

The model refers to high-performance equipment on which you can store huge arrays of various files.

The Seagate Barracuda 4 TB ST4000DM004 hard drive has good maximum data transfer speeds.

The connection interface used is SATA 3.

A large amount of memory allows you to simultaneously install several operating systems, make backup copies of them, place programs, games, and even after that the user will have several thousand gigabytes of free space for other needs.

The drive also stands out for its shock resistance - the indicator is 70 G.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 190/190 MB/s;
buffer memory - 256 MB;
rotation speed - 5400 rpm;
noise level (max) - 26 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 5 W;
declared service life is 5 years.

Advantages

costs less than competitors' analogues;
large amount of buffer memory;
does not heat up during operation;
good read and write speeds.

Flaws

becomes slow as it fills;
There is a low frequency hum when under load.

Toshiba 4 TB HDWE140UZSVA

A hard drive is the best option for a home station or advanced gaming PC for storing large amounts of game and multimedia data.

Several of these disks can become elements of a server machine or cloud storage.

The Toshiba 4 TB HDWE140UZSVA device surprises not only with its disk space capacity, but also with other technical data.

First of all, this is a high maximum reading and writing speed, long-term operation and a guarantee of the safety of stored files.

In addition, almost silent operation increases the comfort of using this equipment.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 200/200 MB/s;
buffer memory - 128 MB;
rotation speed - 7200 rpm;
noise level (max) - 31 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 11.3 W;
declared service life is 4 years.

Advantages

large volume;
impressive writing and reading speed;
compact dimensions;
high reliability.

Flaws

the price is high;
uneconomical in terms of electricity consumption;
Heating occurs during operation.

The best hard drives for video surveillance systems

To control the situation in a certain area, people often install special systems, the design of which involves communication between cameras and a monitor. Maintaining an archive of video recordings is impossible without a hard drive. Hard drives of this type must be resistant to voltage surges and loads, consume a minimum of energy, and communicate with high-resolution cameras. The main parameter when choosing a drive is the ability for continuous year-round video recording in several video streams. After testing the technical data of 5 models, the 2 best nominees were selected.

Western Digital WD Purple 4 TB (WD40PURZ)

The drive is designed specifically for use in surveillance systems, as indicated by the word Purple in its name. Equipped with built-in video processing software, data loss protection, and vibration resistant. Its capacity is 4 TB, and the spindle speed is 5400 rpm. Such parameters allow you to save a large amount of information in the archive and reduce the noise level during operation to 26 dB. The model can be used in security systems with 64 cameras. It can be stored at temperatures from -40 to 70 degrees.

Advantages

High throughput;
Easy;
Good speed of reading and writing data;
Low power consumption;
Uptime is more than 41 thousand days;
Warranty up to 3 years;
Compatible with equipment from most manufacturers.

Flaws

Low impact resistance;
Possible marriage.

Users and experts give this model a solid 5 for build quality, performance, and reliability. No malfunctions in the hard drive have been recorded. It heats up a little, but not critically, does not make noise, and can withstand voltage surges.

Toshiba HDWU110UZSVA

HDD hard drive for video surveillance with a capacity of 1 TB and a rotation speed of 5400 rpm. It is designed for 24/7 recording from 8 cameras. Reading and data transfer speed – 600 MB/sec. The drive is equipped with innovative technologies that reduce the noise level and the degree of heating of the hard drive during operation. Operation is possible at temperatures from 0 to 65 degrees.

Advantages

Average price;
High quality build;
Low power consumption;
Easy;
Quiet operation.

Flaws

High susceptibility to mechanical stress;
Short warranty period.

Respondents point to frequent defects in hard drives, but there are no problems with replacement. It works quickly and quietly, does not heat up, and there are no bad sectors. About 60% of users recommend purchasing this model.

The best HDDs with a capacity of 6 TB

Six terabyte hard drives will be indispensable for storing huge amounts of data on a computer .

Seagate Barracuda 6TB ST6000DM003

The 3.5-inch hard drive, thanks to its impressive capacity, will appeal to owners of home and office personal computers, as well as system administrators of enterprises and server stations.

Six terabytes of disk space are suitable for storing a huge number of large files.

Other features of the Seagate Barracuda 6 TB ST6000DM003 model include reduced spindle speed, low noise level, and SATA 3 connection with 6 Gbps bandwidth.

Minimum energy consumption makes the model one of the most economical in its class. The light weight of the device facilitates its installation.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 185/185 MB/s;
buffer memory - 256 MB;
rotation speed - 5400 rpm;
noise level (max) - 26 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 60 °C;
power consumption - 5.3 W;
declared service life is 2 years.

Advantages

excellent price/quality ratio;
impressive volume;
reading speed corresponds to the declared one;
no heating;
low energy consumption.

Flaws

noise under load;
recording speed is lower than stated;
budget package.

Western Digital WD6003FZBX

The model, specially designed for installation in desktop computers, is an ideal solution for storing large amounts of digital data in the form of programs, games, multimedia materials and documents.

The Western Digital WD6003FZBX drive not only has an impressive amount of disk space, but also a decent cache capacity.

At the same time, the maximum data transfer speed in it is a record 227 MB/s for an HDD.

This 3.5-inch drive in a silver metal case weighs 720 g.

Power supply is provided via the SATA 15 pin interface. The energy consumption of this model is relatively low - at 9.1 W.

Specifications:

read/write speed - 227/227 MB/s;
buffer memory - 256 MB;
rotation speed - 7200 rpm;
noise level (max) - 36 dB;
operating temperature (max) - 55 °C;
power consumption - 9.1 W;
declared service life is 5 years.

Advantages

high speed characteristics;
large capacity;
no heating;
high quality packaging.

Flaws

high price tag;
noisy start;
Clicking of the parking heads when idle.