Toshiba (MQ02) 1TB 5400RPM 2.5″ SSHD
R1,595.00 inc. VAT
The Toshiba MQ02ABD100H is a 2.5″ Solid State Hybrid Drive (SSHD) delivering 1TB of HDD storage combined with 8GB of integrated MLC NAND flash cache, running at 5400 RPM with a SATA 6Gb/s interface in a 9.5mm profile. An intelligent algorithm transfers frequently-used data to the flash storage automatically, improving the boot process as well as the startup times of important applications — delivering a meaningful performance boost over standard HDDs at a fraction of the cost of a full SSD. Ideal for laptop upgrades, PS3/PS4 storage, and multimedia builds where both capacity and responsiveness matter.
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Description
SSHD — The Best of Both Worlds
The MQ02ABD100H is not a standard HDD. It combines a conventional 1TB spinning hard drive with 8GB of integrated MLC NAND flash storage, functioning as an intelligent self-managing cache tier. The integrated 8GB SSD cache launches the operating system and programs quickly, with the intelligent algorithm automatically transferring frequently-used data to flash storage without any user intervention or software configuration required. The result is noticeably faster boot times and application launches compared to a conventional HDD, while retaining full 1TB capacity at an HDD price point.
Performance in Practice
The drive achieves an average sequential transfer rate of 87 MB/s and an access time of 17.5 ms under standard benchmark conditions — performance that is average yet sufficient for everyday use. As the NAND cache warms up over repeated use cycles, OS boot times and frequently-accessed application launches improve significantly. This is a drive that genuinely gets faster the longer it runs in the same system.
9.5mm Form Factor — Check Before Installing
The MQ02ABD100H uses a 9.5mm z-height, which is compatible with standard laptop bays and desktop enclosures that accept 9.5mm drives. It is not compatible with ultra-slim laptop bays that require 7mm drives. Verify your system’s drive bay clearance before ordering.
💡 It is well-suited for laptop upgrades in systems where a 9.5mm bay is available, PS3/PS4 storage expansion, and multimedia builds. Note the 9.5mm height — confirm your system accepts this thickness before purchasing.
Key Highlights
- 1TB HDD capacity + 8GB MLC NAND flash cache — SSHD hybrid performance
- Intelligent self-managing cache — no software or configuration required
- Faster boot times and application launches vs standard HDDs
- SATA III 6Gb/s interface — broadly compatible
- Low idle power draw — 0.75W typical
- Advanced Format 512e sector support
- 9.5mm height — not compatible with ultra-slim 7mm laptop bays
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