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Western Digital Caviar Green WD20EARS 2TB 64MB Cache 5400RPM SATA/300 3.5" Hard Drive
Best bulk storage for expanding digital libraries.
This internal hard drive offers a substantial 2TB of storage, ideal for housing large operating systems, demanding applications, and extensive media libraries. It is engineered for energy efficiency, significantly reducing power consumption compared to standard drives, making it a great choice for eco-conscious builds. Enjoy a cooler, quieter computing experience thanks to its optimized operation, which also contributes to enhanced reliability. With its 64MB cache and 5400RPM speed, it strikes a balance between performance and power savings for everyday computing needs.
$129.00
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4.0
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#3853 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Manufacturer
Western Digital
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Who it's for
- Users needing vast space for media, documents, and backups
- Environmentally conscious users and those building always-on servers
- Users prioritizing a silent computing environment or home theater PCs
Who should skip it
- Power users and gamers requiring rapid application loading
- Anyone seeking snappy system responsiveness and quick boot times
- Builders of modern systems aiming for maximum data transfer speeds
Performance breakdown
Energy Efficiency
IntelliPower technology significantly lowers power draw for eco-conscious desktop builds.
Acoustic Performance
Optimized operation ensures a quiet, unobtrusive experience during heavy file access.
Data Throughput
The 5400RPM speed limits transfer rates compared to modern high-performance drives.
Storage Capacity
Two terabytes provide ample room for extensive media libraries and backups.
Thermal Management
Runs cooler than standard drives, extending component longevity in enclosed cases.
Reliability Features
NoTouch technology protects drive surfaces by preventing head contact during operation.
Key Specs
Manufacturer
Western Digital
Model
Caviar Green WD20EARS
Formatted Capacity
2TB
Cache Size
64MB
Rotational Speed
5400 RPM
Interface
SATA/300 (SATA 3 Gb/s)
Drive Type
HDD
Form Factor
3.5 Inch
Know before you buy
This drive is designed primarily for energy efficiency and storage, not raw speed. While it will work for gaming, its 5400 RPM speed means you may experience slower load times compared to a 7200 RPM drive or an SSD. It is better suited as a secondary drive for storing large media libraries or backups.
The 'Green' label indicates that this drive is engineered to consume less power and run at lower temperatures than standard desktop drives. It uses Western Digital's IntelliPower technology to balance speed and power consumption, making it an excellent choice for eco-conscious builds or always-on storage servers.
Yes, this is a standard 3.5-inch internal hard drive, which is the universal size for most desktop computer cases. It connects via a SATA interface, making it compatible with almost all modern desktop motherboards.
No, this is a plug-and-play device. Once installed, your operating system will recognize it as a standard storage volume, and you can format it using your system's built-in disk management tools.
NoTouch technology ensures that the recording head never touches the disk media. This significantly reduces wear on the recording head and media, while also providing better protection for the drive during transit, ultimately increasing its long-term reliability.
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