hard disk drive comparison
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for hard disk drive comparison.
The hard disk drive (HDD) is a storage device that stores digitally encoded data on rapidly rotating platters with magnetic surfaces. Here is a selection of the best in the market today.
WD - Red Plus 4TB Internal SATA NAS Hard Drive for Desktops
Model: WD40EFPX/WDBC9V0040HH1-WRSNSKU: 6523107Top comment"I purchased 2 of these WD RED drives for a home built NAS. Both work flawlessly and are pretty quiet for large physical spinning disks....Always had great luck with WD Hard Drives. Red and Blue. My first choice for my media needs....Excellent drives....Quiet NAS drives"
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WD Red Plus NAS internal hard drives are designed with CMR technology for RAID-optimized NAS systems with up to eight bays. Perfect for handling increased workloads associated with small- to medium-sized business environments, including expanded OS compatibility and ZFS.Top comment"I purchased 2 of these WD RED drives for a home built NAS. Both work flawlessly and are pretty quiet for large physical spinning disks....Always had great luck with WD Hard Drives. Red and Blue. My first choice for my media needs....Excellent drives....Quiet NAS drives"
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WD Red Plus NAS internal hard drives are designed with CMR technology for RAID-optimized NAS systems with up to eight bays. Perfect for handling increased workloads associated with small- to medium-sized business environments, including expanded OS compatibility and ZFS.See all Internal Hard Drives
WD - Red Plus 8TB Internal SATA NAS Hard Drive for Desktops
Model: WD80EFZZ/WDBC9V0080HH1-WRSNSKU: 6523110Top comment"It's definitely a hard drive...Works according to the specifications. IDK man it's a hard drive. Quieter than my seagate drives....Decent NAS hard drive...This drive was no exception. Drive worked out of the box as expected with decent read and write speeds. "
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WD Red Plus NAS internal hard drives are designed with CMR technology for RAID-optimized NAS systems with up to eight bays. Perfect for handling increased workloads associated with small- to medium-sized business environments, including expanded OS compatibility and ZFS.Top comment"It's definitely a hard drive...Works according to the specifications. IDK man it's a hard drive. Quieter than my seagate drives....Decent NAS hard drive...This drive was no exception. Drive worked out of the box as expected with decent read and write speeds. "
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WD Red Plus NAS internal hard drives are designed with CMR technology for RAID-optimized NAS systems with up to eight bays. Perfect for handling increased workloads associated with small- to medium-sized business environments, including expanded OS compatibility and ZFS.See all Internal Hard Drives
SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE ArmorATD 5TB External USB-C Portable Hard Drive - Black
Model: SDPH81G-005T-GBA1DSKU: 6554817Top comment"My original 2 terabyte g drive had ran out of storage, and it worked perfectly for me, so I figured I would upgrade to 5 terabytes and it has served me well!"
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From out in the wild to back in the studio, trust your photos, footage, and important files to a portable hard drive that’s as relentless as you are. The high-capacity G-DRIVE ArmorATD rugged, all-terrain drive gives you pro-grade durability you can feel with a premium, anodized aluminum enclosure, easy-to-grip protective bumper, and IP54 rain/dust resistance. With transfer rates up to 130MB/s read, you can quickly back up your content wherever you are.Top comment"My original 2 terabyte g drive had ran out of storage, and it worked perfectly for me, so I figured I would upgrade to 5 terabytes and it has served me well!"
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From out in the wild to back in the studio, trust your photos, footage, and important files to a portable hard drive that’s as relentless as you are. The high-capacity G-DRIVE ArmorATD rugged, all-terrain drive gives you pro-grade durability you can feel with a premium, anodized aluminum enclosure, easy-to-grip protective bumper, and IP54 rain/dust resistance. With transfer rates up to 130MB/s read, you can quickly back up your content wherever you are.See all External Hard Drives
WD - BLACK Gaming 8TB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Desktops
Model: WD8002FZWX/WDBSLA0080HNC-WRSNSKU: 6462735Top comment"best hard drives nice and fast. easy setup and upgrade...They say it's the best hard disk drive for gaming. It might be, for a conventional hard disk storage option. "
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Upgrade your gaming PC's storage with this WD WD_BLACK desktop hard drive. The 8TB capacity offers ample storage for your media and gaming titles, while the 128MB cache and 7200 rpm disk speed offer rapid file transfer. This WD WD_BLACK desktop hard drive features a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III 6 Gbps interface for seamless setup with most PCs.Top comment"best hard drives nice and fast. easy setup and upgrade...They say it's the best hard disk drive for gaming. It might be, for a conventional hard disk storage option. "
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Upgrade your gaming PC's storage with this WD WD_BLACK desktop hard drive. The 8TB capacity offers ample storage for your media and gaming titles, while the 128MB cache and 7200 rpm disk speed offer rapid file transfer. This WD WD_BLACK desktop hard drive features a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III 6 Gbps interface for seamless setup with most PCs.See all Internal Hard Drives
SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE ArmorATD 4TB External USB-C Portable Hard Drive - Space Gray
Model: SDPH81G-004T-GBANDSKU: 6467120Top comment"G-Drive armored 4 TB disk drive....A compact, capable disk drive, with a removable rubber protective enclosure....I received a few days ago the SanDisk Professional 1TB G-DRIVE and it the perfect Hard Disk Drive to save your most important files, data, pictures etc... "
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Back up valuable memories or important documents with this SanDisk Professional G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive. The all-terrain build and aluminum housing provide long-lasting use, while data transfer speeds up to 140 MB/sec. make it easy to move large video or music files. Boasting a 4TB capacity, this SanDisk G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive provides plenty of storage space.Top comment"G-Drive armored 4 TB disk drive....A compact, capable disk drive, with a removable rubber protective enclosure....I received a few days ago the SanDisk Professional 1TB G-DRIVE and it the perfect Hard Disk Drive to save your most important files, data, pictures etc... "
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Back up valuable memories or important documents with this SanDisk Professional G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive. The all-terrain build and aluminum housing provide long-lasting use, while data transfer speeds up to 140 MB/sec. make it easy to move large video or music files. Boasting a 4TB capacity, this SanDisk G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive provides plenty of storage space.See all External Hard Drives
Night Owl - 12 Channel 8 Camera Wired 2K 1TB DVR Security System with 2-way Audio - White
Model: FTD4-81-8LSKU: 6540774Top comment"The directions to install were relatively simple to follow. It was hard to find a spot for the hard dive and would like a better picture on the cameras...Easy set up after I mapped out the wires for the installation and with the 1TB hard drive we are able to store and keep the videos"
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When life gets hard, make your security easy. Introducing our 2K 2-Way Audio DVR Security System. With secure app-based Bluetooth setup, there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing (optional). Easily set up the system right from the convenience of your mobile device. Your 2K cameras have full color day viewing and full color night vision up to 100 ft., which provides colorful recordings that capture every detail. With a bright built-in spotlight, you can light up the dark and ward off unwanted guests. For situations where seeing is not enough, easily make your voice heard. With 2-way audio you can listen and talk with anyone who approaches, making your presence known. Still not enough? Use our preset voice alerts and booming camera siren to shout a warning when a suspicious stranger nears. You will receive key alerts to your mobile device for important matters, such as people and vehicles as they arrive and depart. All recordings and personal data are privately stored on the recorder’s hard drive for secure access with zero costs. Your privacy matters and your recordings and for your eyes only. Built for outdoor use, your cameras can handle anything mother nature throws their way, from extreme heat and cold, to rain or sleet. Use them indoors or outdoors to cover what you want, when you want. Need more coverage? Easily add our compatible wired, Wi-Fi IP and doorbell cameras to your recorder to boost your viewing area. This system is a one-time purchase and there are no hidden costs. Use our free mobile app for iOS and Android Smart Devices to stay connected and easily access your recordings with no fees.Top comment"The directions to install were relatively simple to follow. It was hard to find a spot for the hard dive and would like a better picture on the cameras...Easy set up after I mapped out the wires for the installation and with the 1TB hard drive we are able to store and keep the videos"
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When life gets hard, make your security easy. Introducing our 2K 2-Way Audio DVR Security System. With secure app-based Bluetooth setup, there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing (optional). Easily set up the system right from the convenience of your mobile device. Your 2K cameras have full color day viewing and full color night vision up to 100 ft., which provides colorful recordings that capture every detail. With a bright built-in spotlight, you can light up the dark and ward off unwanted guests. For situations where seeing is not enough, easily make your voice heard. With 2-way audio you can listen and talk with anyone who approaches, making your presence known. Still not enough? Use our preset voice alerts and booming camera siren to shout a warning when a suspicious stranger nears. You will receive key alerts to your mobile device for important matters, such as people and vehicles as they arrive and depart. All recordings and personal data are privately stored on the recorder’s hard drive for secure access with zero costs. Your privacy matters and your recordings and for your eyes only. Built for outdoor use, your cameras can handle anything mother nature throws their way, from extreme heat and cold, to rain or sleet. Use them indoors or outdoors to cover what you want, when you want. Need more coverage? Easily add our compatible wired, Wi-Fi IP and doorbell cameras to your recorder to boost your viewing area. This system is a one-time purchase and there are no hidden costs. Use our free mobile app for iOS and Android Smart Devices to stay connected and easily access your recordings with no fees.See all Security Camera Systems
Night Owl - 10 Channel 4 Camera Wire Free 1080p 1TB NVR Security System - White
Model: BTWN81-42BSKU: 6540773Top comment"Either way, the setup is fairly straightforward and it's easy to get going. The 1TB hard drive (guessing it's an older HDD type disk drive) has enough storage for LOTS of video, so you're good there. ...The Night Owl - 10 Channel 4K Wi-Fi NVR Security System with 1TB Hard Drive and 4 Wire Free 1080p Cameras does not disappoint!! "
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Night Owl is excited to offer our U.S. designed and engineered 4K HD Wi-Fi Bluetooth Network Video Recorder with Wire Free 1080p Spotlight Cameras and Pre-Installed Hard Drive. This system comes with 1080p wire free cameras, but is 4K ready and can accommodate our 1080p and 4K Wi-Fi devices. With Secure App-Based Bluetooth Setup, there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing (optional). Our patent pending recorder has built-in Bluetooth technology, making it easy for you to configure your system right from the app on your smartphone or tablet. While a TV or monitor is not required, with Google Assistant you can use simple voice commands to stream camera footage directly to your TV or monitor, all while remaining hands free. Each camera has 2-Way Audio (talk & listen) as well as a built-in siren and preset voice alerts. From within the app, you can easily activate the built-in siren, startling intruders and sending them packing. Have a guest but can’t get to them? Use a preset voice alert to let them know! Human Detection Technology with Vehicle Alerts reduces the risk of false alarms, keeping you safe and well protected. Motion-activated dual spotlights flood your yard with bright lights when human motion is detected, instantly warding off trespassers. Need more coverage? Easily add our compatible wire free, Wi-Fi IP and doorbell cameras to your recorder to boost your viewing area. Proudly designed and engineered in the U.S.A., our security system uses a built-in wireless connection for uninterrupted viewing with no delays. Our app gives you control of your system and easy access to your recordings, regardless of where you are. Night Owl never charges fees for storage or access to your videos. All recordings are securely stored on a hard drive for local storage. You can view and download the recordings as you need them. This system provides technology to give you the ultimate security experience.Top comment"Either way, the setup is fairly straightforward and it's easy to get going. The 1TB hard drive (guessing it's an older HDD type disk drive) has enough storage for LOTS of video, so you're good there. ...The Night Owl - 10 Channel 4K Wi-Fi NVR Security System with 1TB Hard Drive and 4 Wire Free 1080p Cameras does not disappoint!! "
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Night Owl is excited to offer our U.S. designed and engineered 4K HD Wi-Fi Bluetooth Network Video Recorder with Wire Free 1080p Spotlight Cameras and Pre-Installed Hard Drive. This system comes with 1080p wire free cameras, but is 4K ready and can accommodate our 1080p and 4K Wi-Fi devices. With Secure App-Based Bluetooth Setup, there is no need to connect a TV or monitor for setup or viewing (optional). Our patent pending recorder has built-in Bluetooth technology, making it easy for you to configure your system right from the app on your smartphone or tablet. While a TV or monitor is not required, with Google Assistant you can use simple voice commands to stream camera footage directly to your TV or monitor, all while remaining hands free. Each camera has 2-Way Audio (talk & listen) as well as a built-in siren and preset voice alerts. From within the app, you can easily activate the built-in siren, startling intruders and sending them packing. Have a guest but can’t get to them? Use a preset voice alert to let them know! Human Detection Technology with Vehicle Alerts reduces the risk of false alarms, keeping you safe and well protected. Motion-activated dual spotlights flood your yard with bright lights when human motion is detected, instantly warding off trespassers. Need more coverage? Easily add our compatible wire free, Wi-Fi IP and doorbell cameras to your recorder to boost your viewing area. Proudly designed and engineered in the U.S.A., our security system uses a built-in wireless connection for uninterrupted viewing with no delays. Our app gives you control of your system and easy access to your recordings, regardless of where you are. Night Owl never charges fees for storage or access to your videos. All recordings are securely stored on a hard drive for local storage. You can view and download the recordings as you need them. This system provides technology to give you the ultimate security experience.See all Security Camera Systems
LaCie - Rugged 1TB External USB-C, USB 3.1 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive - Orange/Silver
Model: STFR1000800SKU: 6299881Top comment"External hard disk review...Good external hard disk that works great with the Apple laptop...Sturdy Hard Drive...These are great external hard drives. They are very tough so good for traveling."
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Back up large media files during travel adventures with this 1TB LaCie Rugged portable hard drive. Its USB-C interface is compatible with next-generation devices and provides up to 130MB/sec. of data transfer speed. Connect this IP54-rated LaCie Rugged portable hard drive to your PC or Mac via the included USB 3.0 adapter.Top comment"External hard disk review...Good external hard disk that works great with the Apple laptop...Sturdy Hard Drive...These are great external hard drives. They are very tough so good for traveling."
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Back up large media files during travel adventures with this 1TB LaCie Rugged portable hard drive. Its USB-C interface is compatible with next-generation devices and provides up to 130MB/sec. of data transfer speed. Connect this IP54-rated LaCie Rugged portable hard drive to your PC or Mac via the included USB 3.0 adapter.See all External Hard Drives
PNY - CS900 2TB Internal SSD SATA
Model: SSD7CS900-2TB-RBSKU: 6463141Top comment"Caught this on a black friday sale. I believe i got the 2tb model for about $70. ...Great Upgrade for Older SATA Hard Drives!...I am still using an AMD FX platform and migrating to this drive made a tremendous difference in performance from a 7200 RPM hard drive. "
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PNY CS900 is the ideal solution for a mainstream solid state drive (SSD) upgrade from a hard disk drive (HDD). The CS900 delivers all the most sought after features at an excellent value, and is designed for an easy and cost-effective HDD replacement in the PC system to help realize faster boot times, quicker application launches and better overall system performance. With no moving parts, PNY CS900 is highly durable, less likely to fail, and supports up to 3 years of warranty.Top comment"Caught this on a black friday sale. I believe i got the 2tb model for about $70. ...Great Upgrade for Older SATA Hard Drives!...I am still using an AMD FX platform and migrating to this drive made a tremendous difference in performance from a 7200 RPM hard drive. "
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PNY CS900 is the ideal solution for a mainstream solid state drive (SSD) upgrade from a hard disk drive (HDD). The CS900 delivers all the most sought after features at an excellent value, and is designed for an easy and cost-effective HDD replacement in the PC system to help realize faster boot times, quicker application launches and better overall system performance. With no moving parts, PNY CS900 is highly durable, less likely to fail, and supports up to 3 years of warranty.See all Internal SSDs
PNY - CS1030 2TB Internal SSD PCIe NVMe Gen 3 x4
Model: M280CS1030-2TB-RBSKU: 6463145Top comment"Great drive for the price. hard to beat 2TB NVMe for under 70 bucks...Good drive...Drive has performed well. No issues with installation."
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The PNY CS1030 M.2 NVMe SSD is an excellent choice for an NVMe upgrade from a SATA based solid state drive (SSD) or hard traditional hard drive in an NVMe enabled desktop or laptop computer. The CS1030 drive is designed to be an upgrade from conventional SATA based storage to take advantage of the high bandwidth of the NVMe interface to help realize faster boot times, quicker application launches, and better overall system performance. Do more in less time with NVMe; boot up, power down, and load applications up to 4 times faster than with SATA based storage. With no moving parts, the PNY CS1030 M.2 NVMe SSD is highly durable, less likely to fail, and supports a 5 year warranty.Top comment"Great drive for the price. hard to beat 2TB NVMe for under 70 bucks...Good drive...Drive has performed well. No issues with installation."
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The PNY CS1030 M.2 NVMe SSD is an excellent choice for an NVMe upgrade from a SATA based solid state drive (SSD) or hard traditional hard drive in an NVMe enabled desktop or laptop computer. The CS1030 drive is designed to be an upgrade from conventional SATA based storage to take advantage of the high bandwidth of the NVMe interface to help realize faster boot times, quicker application launches, and better overall system performance. Do more in less time with NVMe; boot up, power down, and load applications up to 4 times faster than with SATA based storage. With no moving parts, the PNY CS1030 M.2 NVMe SSD is highly durable, less likely to fail, and supports a 5 year warranty.See all Internal SSDs
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