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Western Digital

Western Digital WD10EZEX Blue 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-ZM95-CZBBD MPN WD10EZEX

1 TB desktop drive with 7200 RPM and 64 MB cache for everyday computing

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory64 MB
  • Max height26.1 mm

Model 1TB 64MB Cache

  • 1TB capacity for daily computing
  • 7200 RPM speed for responsive performance
  • 64MB cache for smoother data access
  • SATA 6.0Gb/s interface for broad compatibility
  • 5-inch form factor fits standard desktop bays

Ideal daily storage

The WD Blue WD10EZEX is a 1TB 3.5-inch desktop hard drive built for everyday computing tasks. It suits home and office PCs that need reliable space for documents, media and backups. Buyers who want faster boot times or silent operation should consider solid-state alternatives instead.

SATA throughput ceiling

The drive connects through a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface, which caps sustained transfers at the bus limit rather than the platter speed. Real-world throughput will sit below that ceiling, so the drive works best as bulk storage rather than a primary OS volume. Systems limited to SATA 3.0Gb/s will see further reduced bandwidth.

Standard 3.5-inch fit

At 26.10mm high, 101.60mm wide and 147.00mm long the drive fits any standard 3.5-inch bay with SATA data and power connectors. The 64MB cache helps smooth burst workloads during daily use. Units may show cosmetic markings or up to 25 bad sectors and are erased to DoD 5220.22 M compliance before shipping.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $57.99
Cheaper than about 72% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 1 TB
Lower than about 60% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $57.99 per TB
Typical for this category: the median of 2,365 items is $62.21 per TB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWD
Product lineBlue
Model nameWD10EZEX
Total capacity1 TB
Recommended useFor Daily Computing
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Storage
Cache memory64 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Max height26.1 mm
Maximum width101.6 mm
Maximum length147 mm
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 25 mm

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Questions about this item

Is the 1 TB capacity enough for a daily-use desktop?

One terabyte stores the operating system, common applications and a large personal file library without needing a second drive.

What does the 7200 RPM spindle speed mean for everyday performance?

The 7200 RPM rotation gives quicker data access than slower-spinning drives, so the operating system boots faster and large files open with less wait.

Will the SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface limit transfer rates on a modern motherboard?

The SATA 6.0 Gb/s link caps the drive at its own maximum sustained throughput, so the interface does not create an additional bottleneck.

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