Western Digital

WD Blue 320GB Desktop Hard Disk Drive - 7200 RPM SATA 6 Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5 Inch - WD3200AAKX

Name: WD Blue 320GB Desktop Hard Disk Drive - 7200 RPM SATA 6 Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5 Inch - WD3200AAKX
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: B00461E7JE

Status: WD Blue 320GB Desktop Hard Disk Drive - 7200 RPM…: Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-18 16:19 UTC. SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The Western Digital WD Blue 320GB Desktop Hard Disk Drive: 7200 RPM SATA 6 Gb/s for quick boots and file transfers; main trade-off: only 320GB — tight for modern game and media libraries.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 7200 RPM SATA 6 Gb/s for quick boots and file transfers
✓ 16MB cache speeds up repeated file access
✓ IntelliSeek lowers power draw, noise and vibration
✓ NoTouch Ramp Load parks heads off-platter to guard data
✓ Backed by a 2-year WD limited warranty

Cons

✗ Only 320GB — tight for modern game and media libraries
✗ Ships as bare drive; no screws or SATA cable included
✗ 3.5-inch desktop size won't fit laptops or SFF builds
✗ Not eligible for WD rebates and non-returnable

Manufacturer description

WESTERN DIGITAL 320GB SATA CAVIAR BLUE 7200 RPM. NOT ELIGIBLE FOR WESTERN DIGITAL REBATES OR REPORTING. NON-CANCELLABLE AND NON-RETURNABLE Compatible with: PC

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Western Digital WD Blue 320GB Desktop Hard Disk Drive using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the PC & gaming hardware category. Western Digital's PC & gaming hardware lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

IntelliSeek: Calculates optimum seek speeds to lower power consumption, noise and vibration.
Data LifeGuard: Advanced algorithms monitor your drive continuously so it stays in optimum health.
NoTouch Ramp Load Technology: Safely positions the recording head off the disk surface to protect your data.
2-year manufacturer limited warranty
Package includes a hard drive only - no screws, cables, manuals included. Please purchase mounting hardware and cables separately if necessary.

Full Specifications

Brand	Western Digital
Color	Blue
Model Name	Blue
Read Speed	6 gigabits_per_second
Form Factor	3.5-inch
IntelliSeek	Calculates optimum seek speeds to lower power consumption, noise and vibration.
Media Speed	6 gigabits_per_second
Model Number	WD3200AAKX
Built-In Media	Hard Drive
Data LifeGuard	Advanced algorithms monitor your drive continuously so it stays in optimum health.
Hard-Drive Size	320 GB
Mfr Part Number	WD3200AAKX
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Portable
Item Part Number	WD3200AAKX
Vibration/Rumble	Yes
Hardware Platform	PC
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Data Transfer Rate	6 gigabits_per_second

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