Seagate ST500LM000 500GB 5400 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 2.5″ Laptop Thin SSHD Bare Drive

The Seagate ST500LM000 is a 500GB hybrid solid-state hard drive (SSHD) designed for laptops, combining traditional hard drive storage capacity with SSD-like performance acceleration. This 2.5-inch thin drive features 64MB cache and SATA 6.0Gb/s interface for fast data transfer, while its 5400 RPM speed balances performance with power efficiency. The hybrid technology intelligently stores frequently accessed files in flash memory for faster boot times and application loading, delivering up to 5x faster performance than conventional hard drives. Its ultra-thin 7mm profile makes it ideal for modern slim laptops and ultrabooks, offering an affordable storage upgrade that provides both ample capacity and enhanced speed without the premium cost of pure SSDs.