Seagate Barracuda 120 500GB

Many manufacturers believe SSDs represent a real game changer for PC data processing and backup. This Seagate SSD is just what you need if you want to give your computer a significant speed boost and better response. The Seagate Barracuda 120 500GB model is perfectly suited for systems with a free 2.5" drive bay. The drive has a storage capacity of 500 GB for your OS or files. This makes it a full-fledged replacement for a standard HDD. The SSD is equipped with the SATA III interface.

Seagate Barracuda 120 500GB SSD Key Features

• Write speed up to 540 MB/s and read speed up to 560 MB/s
• Seagate Barracuda 120 500GB requires the 2,5" format
• SSD dimensions: 7 × 70 × 100 mm
• Standard power consumption: 2,5 W
• Maximum power draw:
• Resistant to standard shocks and bumps
• Seagate Barracuda 120 500GB features TRIM technology for improved write speed
• SATA III internal interface

Why Should You Buy a SSD?

SSD storage devices provide a dramatic performance boost foa all kinds of electronic data devices. The key to success lies in their lack of any moving parts and a very different data handling system. This means improved resistance to shocks and bumps. Also worth mentioning is the minimal noise and significantly reduced power consumption. The Seagate Barracuda 120 500GB contains a unique 3D NAND chip. This chip type is popular due to its vertical multilayered shape, resembling miniature towers. For most SSD models, the manufacturer lists their endurance in terabytes written (TBW). The Seagate Barracuda 120 500GB features a TBW of 300 TBW.