{"id":90181,"date":"2025-11-29T01:10:16","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T23:10:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/?p=90181"},"modified":"2025-11-29T01:10:20","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T23:10:20","slug":"seagates-24tb-hdd-hits-record-low-at-240-just-a-penny-per-gb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/newswire\/technology\/90181\/seagates-24tb-hdd-hits-record-low-at-240-just-a-penny-per-gb\/","title":{"rendered":"Seagate’s 24TB HDD Hits Record Low at $240 -Just a Penny per GB"},"content":{"rendered":"
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– Seagate’s 24 TB BarraCuda hard drive is available for $239.99 on Newegg, a 20% discount from its list price and an all-time low.
– The drive offers high performance with a 7200 RPM speed, 190 MB\/s transfer rate, and uses fast CMR technology instead of slower SMR.
– It includes a 2-year warranty and features 512 MB of onboard cache, making it faster than basic hard drive options.
– This model provides cost-effective storage at approximately $10 per terabyte, saving money compared to enterprise-grade drives.
– The article recommends checking additional Black Friday deals for PC hardware, SSDs, monitors, and other components on their specialized pages.
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F<\/mark>or anyone building out a massive local storage array or simply needing vast digital real estate, a standout opportunity has surfaced. Seagate<\/a>’s 24TB BarraCuda<\/a> hard drive<\/a> is currently available for just $239.99 at Newegg<\/a><\/strong>, representing a significant 20% discount off its standard price and marking a new historical low. This brings the cost to roughly one penny per gigabyte, an exceptional value for this class of storage.<\/p>\n\n

Originally priced at $299.99, this drive now offers a substantial $60 savings. The BarraCuda series is widely recognized for reliable performance, and this particular model operates at a swift 7200 RPM. It connects via a SATA 6 Gb\/s interface and is capable of reaching sequential transfer speeds up to 190 MB\/s. This level of performance is bolstered by a generous 512 MB of onboard cache, helping it feel responsive even when managing enormous files.<\/p>\n\n

A key advantage of this model is its use of Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR<\/a>) technology<\/strong>. Unlike the slower Shingled Magnetic Recording (SMR) found in some budget drives, CMR delivers more consistent write speeds and is generally preferred for demanding applications. The drive is backed by a two-year limited warranty. While this is shorter than the five-year coverage often provided with enterprise-grade drives like the EXOS line, the dramatically lower price makes the BarraCuda an incredibly compelling option for home labs, creative professionals, and PC enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n

The combination of high capacity, solid performance from its 7200 RPM spindle speed, and the efficiency of CMR technology<\/a> creates a compelling package. When you factor in the record-breaking price point, this drive becomes a very smart purchase for anyone needing to store large media libraries, game collections, or comprehensive backups without investing in a full enterprise setup.<\/p>\n\n

(Source: Tom’s Hardware<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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