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Silver rectangular 2.5 inch SATA hard drive with circuit board visible

HGST

HGST HTS543216A7A384 160GB 5400RPM SATA 2.5" laptop hard drive

SKU CH-19SV-MQPCG

A 160 GB 2.5-inch laptop drive spinning at 5400 RPM with an 8 MB cache and SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface

  • Interface typeSATA 1.5Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Cache memory8 MB
  • Rotational speed5,400 RPM
  • 160 GB capacity stores documents and media
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed delivers reliable everyday performance
  • 8 MB cache buffers data for smoother access
  • SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface connects to most laptop drive bays
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard notebook chassis

Capacity and purpose

The HGST HTS543216A7A384 is a 160GB 2.5 inch laptop internal hard drive that spins at 5400 RPM with an 8MB cache. It suits users who need a basic replacement drive for older SATA 1.5Gb/s notebooks or external enclosures where high speed is not required.

Compatibility check

Verify that the host system accepts a 2.5 inch SATA drive with a 1.5Gb/s interface and that the BIOS or controller can address a 160GB capacity. Some newer laptops use only M.2 slots or require 6Gb/s negotiation, so confirm the physical connector and signalling standard before ordering.

Sustained workload behaviour

Under continuous read or write activity the 5400 RPM spindle and 8MB cache deliver steady but modest throughput appropriate for background backups, media storage or light application loading. The drive is not designed for heavy random I/O or database workloads that would benefit from higher rotational speed or larger cache.

How it compares

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Price $33.99
Cheaper than about 88% of the 645 comparable items (median $66.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHitachi GST
Performance
Rotational speed5,400 RPM
Storage
Cache memory8 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 1.5Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)

Questions about this item

Does the HTS543216A7A384 ship with mounting screws or a SATA cable?

The drive is supplied in bulk packaging; mounting screws and a SATA data cable are not included and must be sourced separately if your laptop does not already provide them.

Should I choose the 160 GB 5400 RPM model or a higher-capacity alternative?

Select the 160 GB 5400 RPM unit when you need a direct replacement for an existing 2.5" SATA 1.5Gb/s bay; larger capacities require a different model number.

What does the 5400 RPM rating mean for everyday laptop use?

The 5400 RPM spindle delivers typical sequential throughput around the SATA 1.5Gb/s link limit, so boot times and file copies will feel comparable to other 5400 RPM drives in the same interface class.

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