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seagate drive differences - Enquiries - 11-20-2024
what is the difference between seagate barracuda 7300.12 and 7200.12
RE: seagate drive differences - ed - 11-22-2024
The Seagate Barracuda 7300.12 and 7200.12 are both part of Seagate’s consumer HDD lineup, but there are some key differences:
Generation:
The Barracuda 7300.12 is a newer generation of the Barracuda 7200.12. As a result, the 7300.12 may offer improved performance and efficiency over the older 7200.12.
Capacity and Performance:
Both drives are 7200 RPM drives, but the 7300.12 tends to have larger capacity options (up to 8TB or more) and may offer better sequential read/write speeds due to more recent technologies and optimizations.
Cache:
The 7300.12 may feature a larger cache compared to the 7200.12, helping with faster data access and better performance under load.
Power Efficiency and Noise:
With advancements in the newer generation, the 7300.12 may be slightly more power-efficient and quieter than the 7200.12.
If you’re looking for higher capacity and better performance in terms of data access, the 7300.12 would be a better choice. If budget is a concern, the 7200.12 might still provide good value but could be slightly outdated in comparison.