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Silver 2.5 inch bare SATA hard drive with circuit board visible

SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG HM500LI 500GB 5400 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 2.5" laptop hard drive

SKU CH-3GPQ-QFH0J MPN HM500LI

A 2.5-inch 500 GB laptop hard drive spinning at 5400 RPM with 8 MB cache and a SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Cache memory8 MB
  • Average seek time12 ms
  • 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances speed and quiet operation
  • 8 MB cache buffer accelerates frequent data access
  • Three-platter design fits half-terabyte in standard 9.5 mm height
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects to most laptops

Ideal storage upgrade

This Samsung Spinpoint M6 HM500LI is a 500GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive designed for notebook computers. It connects via a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface and spins at 5400 RPM with an 8MB cache. The three-platter design fits the standard 9.5mm Z-height used in most laptops.

Not for speed-critical workloads

The 5400 RPM spindle speed and 12ms average seek time suit general file storage, backups and everyday applications. Users who need faster boot times, quicker application launches or sustained high-throughput editing should consider solid-state alternatives instead.

Interface decides fit

The drive uses the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface, so the host system must provide a compatible SATA port and 2.5-inch drive bay. Verify that your laptop or enclosure supports this connection before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 2.5-Inch Internal Laptop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $76.99
Pricier than about 55% of the 645 comparable items (median $66.99).
Total capacity 500 GB
Higher than about 60% of the 419 comparable items (median 320 GB).
Price per TB $153.98 per TB
Cheaper than about 67% of the 416 comparable items (median $233.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSAMSUNG
Product lineSpinpoint M6
Model nameHM500LI
Total capacity500 GB
Performance
Average seek time12 ms
Mean latency5.6 ms
Rotational speed5,400 RPM
Storage
Cache memory8 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size102 × 70 × 11 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 2.5" 9.5mm height fit my laptop bay?

The 2.5" form factor and 9.5mm Z-height match the standard laptop drive bay used in most notebooks.

What is the correct way to connect the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface?

Align the L-shaped SATA data and power connectors, press straight in until seated, and secure the drive with the laptop's mounting screws.

How long will the three-platter 5400 RPM mechanism last?

The three-disk 5400 RPM design is rated for typical notebook workloads; plan replacement when SMART attributes show reallocated sectors or seek errors rise.

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