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Toshiba
Toshiba HDWR160XZSTA X300 6TB 7200 RPM 256MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive
A 3.5" desktop hard drive holding 6TB at 7200 RPM with 256MB cache over SATA 6.0Gb/s for high-performance gaming and creative workloads
- PackagingRetail Packaging
- InterfaceSATA 6.0Gb/s
- Capacity6TB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Cache256MB
- FeaturesHigh performance designed for the Pro 7,200 RPM speed with l
- Massive 6TB capacity stores large multimedia files and expanding game libraries
- 7200 RPM speed with 256MB cache delivers extreme performance for gamers and creative professionals
- SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-speed data transfer for demanding desktop workloads
- Advanced Format technology improves formatting efficiency and recorded data reliability with stronger error correction
- Ramp loading technology reduces head and media wear for improved drive reliability
Capacity and audience
This 6TB desktop hard drive targets gamers and creative professionals who need large local storage for game libraries and multimedia projects. The 7200 RPM spindle speed and 256MB cache support demanding read and write workloads on a standard SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. The 3.5 inch form factor fits typical desktop drive bays. Buyers who need faster access times or a smaller M.2 form factor should consider solid state alternatives.
Sustained workload behaviour
The 7200 RPM rotation rate combined with a 256MB buffer helps maintain throughput during extended gaming sessions or video editing tasks. Toshiba Cache Technology optimises allocation between read and write operations to keep real-time performance steady. Advanced Format technology improves formatting efficiency and error correction for reliable long-term data integrity. The drive is not suited for workloads that demand the low latency of flash storage.
Build quality and daily implications
A state-of-the-art actuator provides high-precision head positioning for accurate data tracking. Ramp loading technology reduces wear on the recording head and media during power cycles, enhancing drive reliability. Physical dimensions of 147.00mm length, 101.85mm width and 26.10mm height conform to standard 3.5 inch mounting. Retail packaging is included, though OEM packing may vary. The SATA connector ensures broad motherboard compatibility without extra adapters.
Highlights
- Massive 6TB capacity stores large multimedia files and expanding game libraries
- 7200 RPM speed with 256MB cache delivers extreme performance for gamers and creative professionals
- SATA 6.0Gb/s interface provides high-speed data transfer for demanding desktop workloads
- Advanced Format technology improves formatting efficiency and recorded data reliability with stronger error correction
- Ramp loading technology reduces head and media wear for improved drive reliability
Specifications
| Brand | TOSHIBA |
|---|---|
| Series | X300 |
| Model | HDWR160XZSTA |
| Packaging | Retail Packaging |
| Interface | SATA 6.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 6TB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 256MB |
| Features | High performance designed for the Pro 7,200 RPM speed with large cache sizes up to 256MB deliver extreme performance that gamers and creative professionals demand. Massive storage capacity Impressive high storage capacity up to 14TB to accommodate your large multimedia files and expanding gaming library. Reliable data integrity Advanced Format (AF) technology helps improve formatting efficiency and the reliability of recorded data with stronger error correction algorithms. State-of-the-art actuator enables high-precision head positioning, delivering accurate data tracking. Toshiba Ca |
| Usage | Gaming Hard Drives |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Height (maximum) | 26.10mm |
| Width (maximum) | 101.85mm |
| Length (maximum) | 147.00mm |
| Shipping weight | 0.82 kg |
| Package size | 188 × 135 × 61 mm |
Questions about this item
How much heat and noise does the 7200 RPM X300 produce during all-day use?
The 7200 RPM spindle and 256 MB cache are engineered for sustained throughput, so the drive will generate typical mechanical-drive warmth and audible seek noise under continuous load.
What existing desktop parts are required to install this 3.5" SATA 6.0Gb/s drive?
You need a free 3.5" drive bay, a SATA data cable, a SATA power connector from your PSU, and a motherboard SATA port that supports 6.0Gb/s for full speed.
Will this 6 TB X300 work reliably alongside my older 7200 RPM SATA drives in the same system?
Yes — it uses the same SATA 6.0Gb/s interface and 3.5" form factor, so it mixes with earlier SATA drives without controller or cabling changes.
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