Seagate 1TB Desktop HDD 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s vs Western Digital 2TB WD Blue 3.5" internal HDD
Overall winner: Western Digital 2TB WD Blue 3.5" internal HDD
Key Differences
Western Digital (A) offers double the capacity (2TB vs 1TB), bundled cloning software, and is noted for quiet reliable WD quality; Seagate (B) is a lower-priced 1TB option with reported faster transfers and easier installation but has mixed reliability reports including some early failures
Seagate 1TB Desktop HDD 3.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s
1TB internal hard drive with SATA 6Gb/s for desktop storage. Noted for easy installation, storage capacity, and speed; some reliability concerns reported by users
Pros
- large 1TB capacity
- SATA 6Gb/s interface
- easy to install
- quiet operation
Cons
- mixed reliability reports
- some failures within short timeframes
Western Digital 2TB WD Blue 3.5" internal HDD
WD Blue 2TB internal hard drive with 5400 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/s, and 64 MB cache. Positive user notes include easy setup, reliable storage, and quiet operation
Pros
- reliable everyday computing
- easy to install with setup guidance
- quiet operation and solid read/write performance
- includes cloning software
Cons
- some reports of failures
- 5400 RPM performance may be slower than higher RPM drives
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Seagate |
| Durability | Western Digital |
| Versatility | Western Digital |
| User Reviews | Western Digital |