WD Blue 8TB HDD
The WD Blue HDD is an affordable entry-level HDD. It’s not as fast as 7200-RPM options but uses faster CMR tech than the SMR tech we see in competing 5400-RPM-class drives. The Blue has an industry-standard (but lackluster) two-year warranty and is an inexpensive way of installing more storage in your system.
-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
Product details
- Reliable everyday computing
- Western Digital quality and reliability
- Free Acronis True Image WD Edition cloning software
- Massive capacity up to 8TB* | *1TB = one trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.
- 2-year limited warranty
PROS
+ Inexpensive
+ Comparatively versatile CMR technology
CONS
- 5640-RPM, lower performance
- Lackluster standard two-year warranty
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Expert reviews and ratings
By Tom's Hardware on June 26, 2023
The WD Blue HDD is an affordable entry-level HDD. It’s not as fast as 7200-RPM options but uses faster CMR tech than the SMR tech we see in competing 5400-RPM-class drives. The Blue has an industry-standard (but lackluster) two-year warranty and is an inexpensive way of installing more storage in your system.
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