Maxtor MaXLine III 250GB Hard Drive
Best for budget conscious users needing temporary storage.
This internal hard drive offers a robust 250GB storage capacity, making it suitable for various computing needs. It is engineered for reliable performance with a 7200 RPM spindle speed and a 16MB cache, ensuring efficient data access. The drive features a standard 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA 1.5Gbps interface, providing broad compatibility with desktop systems. Its design balances performance and capacity, making it a dependable component for system upgrades or new builds.
$187.86
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Price vs Category Average
-60%
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Manufacturer
Maxtor
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Who it's for
- PC builders and upgraders in the mid-2000s seeking mainstream storage
- Everyday computer users needing a reliable, reasonably fast primary drive
- Value-oriented consumers building or upgrading systems on a tight budget
Who should skip it
- Data-sensitive users requiring maximum long-term storage dependability
- Modern users expecting high capacity and cutting-edge data transfer speeds
- Users prioritizing silent operation and efficient thermal management in their systems
Performance breakdown
Data Access Speed
The 7200 RPM spindle ensures snappy retrieval for standard desktop tasks.
Storage Capacity
Modest 250GB limit is best suited for basic documents and OS.
Interface Compatibility
SATA 1.5Gbps is legacy tech, requiring older hardware for native support.
Build Reliability
MaXLine series engineering prioritizes consistent uptime for long-term data stability.
Cache Efficiency
16MB cache handles routine file transfers without significant bottlenecking.
Installation Ease
Standard 3.5-inch form factor makes mounting in most towers effortless.
Key Specs
Manufacturer
Maxtor
Manufacturer Part #
7B250S0
Product Line
MaXLine
Product Series
III
Product Type
Internal Hard Drive
Form Factor
3.5-inch
Capacity
250 GB
Cache
16 MB
Know before you buy
Yes, this drive uses the standard 3.5-inch form factor, which is the universal size for most desktop computer cases.
Yes, the SATA interface is backward compatible. While this drive uses the older SATA 1.5Gbps standard, it will physically connect and function with SATA II or SATA III ports on your motherboard.
This configuration is designed for reliable, everyday computing tasks. While it won't match the speed of modern solid-state drives, the 7200 RPM spindle speed ensures decent data access times for general file storage and basic applications.
No, this is sold as a bare drive. You will need to provide your own SATA data cable, power cable, and any necessary mounting screws to install it in your system.
It can function as a boot drive, but given its age and capacity, it is better suited as a secondary drive for backing up files, storing documents, or housing older software that doesn't require high-speed performance.
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