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HGST Travelstar HTS725050A7E630 500 GB 2.5" 7200 RPM laptop hard drive
A 2.5-inch laptop hard drive with 500 GB capacity, 7200 RPM speed and 32 MB cache over SATA
- InterfaceSATA
- Cache32MB
- RPM7200 RPM
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers snappy application loading
- 32 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother multitasking
- SATA 6 Gb/s interface moves data at full bus speed
- 500 GB capacity on a single platter keeps weight low
- 7 mm thin 2.5 inch form factor fits slim notebooks and consoles
HGST Travelstar 500 GB 2.5" 7200 RPM
The HGST Travelstar Z7K500 is a 500 GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive that spins at 7200 RPM. It connects through a SATA 6Gb/s interface and carries a 32 MB cache. The drive uses Advanced Format with 4,096-byte sectors for improved capacity and error correction. It is built in a 7 mm height to fit modern notebook bays.
Suits laptops and consoles needing a 7 mm 7200 RPM
This drive fits notebook PCs, external enclosures and gaming consoles that accept a 7 mm 2.5-inch SATA drive. Buyers who need a thinner profile than 7 mm, who require solid-state speeds, or who want capacities above 500 GB should consider other options. The 500 GB per platter design targets direct replacement of standard 9.5 mm drives in compatible systems.
SATA 6Gb/s interface with 32 MB cache
The single specification that decides fit is the SATA 6Gb/s interface combined with 32 MB cache. Verify that the host system supports SATA 6Gb/s and has a 2.5-inch bay that accepts a 7 mm drive height. The Advanced Format 4K sector size also requires operating system or controller support for proper alignment.
Highlights
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers snappy application loading
- 32 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother multitasking
- SATA 6 Gb/s interface moves data at full bus speed
- 500 GB capacity on a single platter keeps weight low
- 7 mm thin 2.5 inch form factor fits slim notebooks and consoles
Specifications
| Brand | HGST |
|---|---|
| Series | Travelstar |
| Interface | SATA |
| Cache | 32MB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
Questions about this item
Which capacity should I pick from the 250 GB to 500 GB range?
This model is the 500 GB version; the other capacities are separate SKUs in the same Travelstar Z7K500 family.
What does 7200 RPM deliver in a laptop?
The 7200 RPM spindle speed provides the highest 7200 RPM performance in PCMark Vantage testing for a 2.5-inch drive.
What does the SATA 600 interface limit in practice?
The SATA 600 interface caps the maximum data transfer rate at 6 Gb/s.
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