WD Blue 1TB 2.5" HDD, 5400 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/s vs Western Digital 2TB WD Blue 3.5" internal HDD
Overall winner: Western Digital 2TB WD Blue 3.5" internal HDD
Key Differences
Product A is a 2TB 3.5" WD Blue SATA 6 Gb/s drive offering larger capacity and includes free cloning software; Product B is a 1TB 2.5" WD Blue SATA 6 Gb/s drive that’s targeted at notebook or compact builds and is noted for easy installation. Choose A if you need more internal storage and cloning tools; choose B if you need a smaller, drive bay–friendly 2.5" unit for everyday portable or laptop use
WD Blue 1TB 2.5" HDD, 5400 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/s
1TB 2.5" internal HDD with 5400 RPM and 128 MB cache for reliable everyday computing. Customers note smooth data transfer, quiet operation, easy installation, and ample storage capacity
Pros
- quiet operation
- easy installation
- ample storage capacity
- smooth data transfer rates
Cons
- mixed drive failure rate
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 | Western Digital |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Western Digital |
| User Reviews | Western Digital |