WD - BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive
Storage Capacity
6000GB
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Specifications
- Storage Capacity6000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDRotational Speed7200 revolutions per minuteMaximum Read Speed256 megabytes per secondMaximum Write Speed256 megabytes per secondForm Factor3.5 in.
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 6000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 256 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 256 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Form Factor: 3.5 in.
- Interface(s): SATA (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: WD
- Model Number: WD6004FZBX
- Product Name: BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 6000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 256 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 256 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Heatsink: false (Dissipates heat during intense operation for sustained peak performance.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: Internal
- Product Compatibility: Desktop computers
- Form Factor: 3.5 in.
- Interface(s): SATA (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows, Mac
- Bare Drive: true (Drive is sold without any pre-installed software.)
- Minimum System Requirements: PC; Mac (requires reformatting), WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives are performance-tested for use in gaming PCs and high-performance workstations. WD_BLACK desktop drives are not recommended for use in RAID environments.
- Features
- Security Features: None
- Data Encryption: true
- Usage: Gaming, Performance computing, Everyday computing
- Memory
- Cache Buffer Size: 256 megabytes (The data capacity of the cache buffer (or disk buffer) that acts as temporary memory for the drive. The cache holds the most recently and frequently used data to save the drive the extra step of pulling it from permanent storage every time it's needed, which helps increase the drive's overall speed.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.03 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 25.28 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: Acronis True Image WD Edition
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 5 years
- Warranty - Labor: 5 years
- Other
- UPC: 718037896731
Upgrade today with the latest generation of the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive for the capacity you need and the performance you want. Available with up to 512 MB of DRAM cache on higher-capacity models, WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives are optimized for performance so you can spend more time playing the games you love most. Combine WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive with a WD_BLACK SSD for a dual-drive configuration, enabling additional caching of the operating system onto the SSD for even greater PC gaming performance. All together, upgrading your older or slower hard drive to the latest generation of WD_BLACK HDDs gives you speedy performance, high capacities, and industry-leading 5-year limited warranty for an inspiring three-in-one storage solution.
- Drive Your Game: The WD_BLACK HDD is the perfect storage solution for your gaming rig, offering large cache sizes plus large capacities to store your favorite titles and their downloadable content (DLC). Paired with an SSD, the powerful drive delivers exceptional system performance and capacity.
- Store More, Play More: With capacities up to 6TB, WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives let you download the latest AAA titles while also keeping your ever-growing catalog of classics and favorites ready to play. Don't compromise on your game collection. Store more and game more with WD_BLACK.
- Increased Reliability: The WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive is equipped with StableTrac Technology (2TB and larger models). This secures the motor shaft inside of the hard drive to increase reliability and help reduce impact due to system-induced vibrations from other components such as additional gaming hardware. Stabilizing the platters inside the WD_BLACK drive results in more accurate tracking in a particular sector during read and write operations, optimizing performance and reliability.
- Commanding Performance: The WD_BLACK drive delivers high-speed read rates and transfers of your games with impressive cache sizes of up to 512 MB of DRAM on our high-capacity models. Western Digital’s Dynamic Cache Technology improves caching algorithms in real time to allocate and optimize cache between reads and writes. Spend less time loading and more time winning.
- Battle-Tested Dual Processor: When it comes to processing power, more is better for loading today's larger games. The WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive features a dual-core processor that offers twice the processing capability as a single-core processor to help maximize drive performance for geting into the game faster.
- An Industry-Leading 5-Year Limited Warranty: Compared to standard hard drives, our WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives pass more strenuous and aggressive internal testing over a longer period of time which is why the WD_BLACK drive is backed by an industry-leading 5-year limited warranty.
Whats Included
- BLACK Gaming 6TB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Desktops
- Acronis True Image WD Edition Software
- Quick install guide
Disclaimers
- Requires reformatting for Mac
Q: Are these WD Black 6TB drives in a retail box, or in an anti-static bag, or?
A: in a retail box with an antistatic bag
A: Hi, Thank you for your query, The WD Black 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive is designed for use in PCs and does not meet the specifications required to function as an internal hard drive for a PS4.
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| Overall Performance, Storage Capacity, Read/Write Speed | Storage, Performance, Price, Speed, Ease of use | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for WD - BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive | |||
| Noise Level | Noise | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
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Customers are saying
Customers regard the BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive highly for its overall performance and substantial storage capacity, making it suitable for game storage. Users also find its read/write speed to be reasonably fast for a HDD. However, some customers have commented on the noise level of the drive.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great price/capacity/performance ratio
Every major drive manufacturer dives their drives into categories based on performance, usually colorized. It's partially a marketing gimmick to make it easier for the average consumer to pick a drive based upon their use case, but does give a little guidance. This is considered Western Digital's "top of the line" on the consumer side. When you need pure capacity, you still have to go with the traditional HDD if you don't want to break the bank. This drive delivers a good price-per-gigabyte ratio when you factor in its performance. It runs at 7200 RPM, so you get faster seek times, which shows in the sequential reads and writes. The random access is pretty dismal when compared to an SSD or NVMe drive, but that's just what happens when you have a physical arm that can only move so fast. All in all, I'm impressed with the overall performance of the drive. My previous drive that died was a ten year old Seagate drive, and it probably peaked around 130-140 MB/second. This drive is hitting 230 MB/second, which is pretty crazy for a single HDD. I've had some people comment about the drive's noise level, but perhaps those people are used to silent SSD drives and not the clickety-clack of an old school HDD. I wouldn't say it's much louder than a typical HDD. With a five year warranty instead of the typical three year, it gives you a little more peace of mind. Even so, always make sure you have backups of your important stuff!
Posted by jpiddle
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
It’s the perfect secondary drive
What Makes It Stand Out: Massive Capacity: 6TB is the "sweet spot" for heavy gamers. It easily holds dozens of AAA titles alongside 4K video captures and media libraries. Performance: For a HDD, it’s remarkably snappy. The 7200 RPM spindle speed and large cache ensure that load times are noticeably faster than standard 5400 RPM "blue" drives. Rock-Solid Reliability: WD_BLACK is known for its durability. It’s built to handle the heat and vibration of long gaming sessions, backed by an impressive 5-year limited warranty. Stable Gaming: While SSDs are faster for initial loads, this drive provides a consistent, stutter-free experience for running titles that don't require NVMe speeds. The Verdict It’s the perfect secondary drive. Use an SSD for your OS and most-played competitive games, and let the WD_BLACK 6TB handle everything else. It’s fast, quiet for its class, and incredibly dependable.
Posted by Maxmillion
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
WD Black 6 TB HDD
So far so good the drive is fast and has a lot of storage space. However, it makes a loud "clunk" noise every few seconds which is apparently normal but very annoying. It also makes fairly loud clicking noises occasionally, ESPECIALLY during the short S.M.A.R.T. self-test, which is also supposedly normal. If you don't like loud HDDs then you'll want to avoid this.
Posted by William
