--- product_id: 45518607 title: "500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD - SATA III 6 Gb/s, 2.5\"/7mm, Up to 560 MB/s - WDS500G2B0A, Solid State Drive" brand: "western digital" price: "AR$586094" currency: ARS in_stock: true category: "Western Digital" url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/45518607-500gb-wd-blue-3d-nand-internal-pc-ssd-sata-iii store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # Up to 560MB/s read speed 25% lower power draw 1.75M hours MTTF reliability 500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD - SATA III 6 Gb/s, 2.5"/7mm, Up to 560 MB/s - WDS500G2B0A, Solid State Drive **Brand:** western digital **Price:** AR$586094 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Upgrade your workflow with speed and stamina β€” don’t get left behind! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD - SATA III 6 Gb/s, 2.5"/7mm, Up to 560 MB/s - WDS500G2B0A, Solid State Drive by western digital - **How much does it cost?** AR$586094 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/45518607-500gb-wd-blue-3d-nand-internal-pc-ssd-sata-iii) ## Best For - western digital enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted western digital brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Rock-Solid Reliability:** Built to last with an industry-leading 1.75 million hours mean time to failure and 600TB written endurance. - β€’ **Seamless Compatibility:** WD F.I.T. Lab certified to ensure smooth integration with a wide range of laptops and desktops. - β€’ **Smart Drive Management:** Free WD software lets you monitor drive health, clone your old drive, and back up data effortlessly. - β€’ **Blazing Fast Load Times:** Experience lightning-quick bootups and file transfers with up to 560MB/s read and 530MB/s write speeds. - β€’ **Power-Efficient Performance:** Work longer unplugged thanks to 25% reduced power consumption over previous generations. ## Overview The Western Digital 500GB WD Blue 3D NAND SATA III SSD delivers a powerful blend of speed, efficiency, and durability. With sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s, 25% lower power consumption, and an impressive 1.75 million hours MTTF, it’s engineered to breathe new life into your laptop or desktop. Certified for broad compatibility and backed by free management software, this 2.5-inch SSD is the smart upgrade for professionals demanding reliable, fast storage. ## Description The Western Digital Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD utilizes 3D NAND technology for capacities up to 4TB with enhanced reliability. Featuring an active power draw up to 25% lower than previous generations of Western Digital Blue SSDs, you’re able to work longer before recharging your laptop, while sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s give the speed you want for your most demanding computing applications. Combined with the free. you can confidently upgrade your system to the Western Digital Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD. |As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. | Active power draws are up to 25% lower during sequential reads than previous generations of Western Digital Blue SSD at the 500GB capacity point. | As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = one million bytes per second and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = one billion bits per second.Update operating systems to the most current version before installation of this product. ## Features - 3D NAND SATA SSD for capacities up to 4TB with enhanced reliability. | As used for storage capacity, 1 terabyte (TB) = 1 trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. - Sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s. | As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = 1 million bytes per second and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = 1 billion bits per second - An industry leading 1.75M hours mean time to failure (MTTF) (1) and up to 600 terabytes written (TBW) (2) for enhanced reliability. | (1) MTTF = Mean Time To Failure based on internal testing using Telcordia stress part testing. (2) TBW (terabytes written) values calculated using JEDEC client workload (JESD219) and vary by product capacity - WD F.I.T. Lab certification for compatibility with a wide range of computers. - Free downloadable software to monitor the status of your drive and clone a drive, or backup your data - An active power draw up to 25% lower than previous generations of WD Blue SSD. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B073SBZ8YH | | Additional Features | WD FIT Lab certification | | Best Sellers Rank | #301 in Internal Solid State Drives | | Brand | Western Digital | | Built-In Media | 1 SSD Drive | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 2 | | Color | Blue | | Compatible Devices | Laptop, Desktop, PC | | Connectivity Technology | SATA | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (36,085) | | Data Transfer Rate | 6 gigabits_per_second | | Digital Storage Capacity | 500 GB | | Enclosure Material | metal/plastic | | Form Factor | 2.5-inch | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00718037856308, 10718037856305 | | Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 inches | | Hard Disk Interface | SATA 6 GB/s | | Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 rpm | | Hard-Drive Size | 500 GB | | Hardware Connectivity | SATA 6.0 Gb/s | | Hardware Platform | PC & Mac | | Installation Type | Solid State Drive | | Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 4"L x 2.8"W x 0.3"Th | | Item Type Name | WD Blue 3D NAND 500GB PC SSD | | Item Weight | 1.41 ounces | | Manufacturer | Western Digital | | Media Speed | 530 MB | | Mfr Part Number | WDS500G2B0A | | Model Name | WESTERN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES | | Model Number | WDS500G2B0A | | Number of Items | 1 | | Read Speed | 560 megabytes_per_second | | Specific Uses For Product | personal, gaming, business | | UPC | 718037856308 | | Warranty Description | Western Digital ("WD") values your business and always attempts to provide you the very best of service. No limited warranty is provided by WD unless your WD Product ("Product") was purchased from an authorized distributor or authorized reseller. Distributors may sell Products to resellers who then sell Products to end users. Please see below for warranty information or obtaining service. No warra… | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Western Digital - **Color:** Blue - **Compatible Devices:** Laptop, Desktop, PC - **Connectivity Technology:** SATA - **Digital Storage Capacity:** 500 GB - **Hard Disk Description:** Solid State Drive - **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 3.5 inches - **Hard Disk Interface:** SATA 6 GB/s - **Installation Type:** Solid State Drive - **Special Feature:** WD FIT Lab certification ## Images ![500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD - SATA III 6 Gb/s, 2.5"/7mm, Up to 560 MB/s - WDS500G2B0A, Solid State Drive - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41vdGdOfM4L.jpg) ![500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD - SATA III 6 Gb/s, 2.5"/7mm, Up to 560 MB/s - WDS500G2B0A, Solid State Drive - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61p-npZvR4L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: ssd 3d mac early 2011 compatibility** A: I installed this drive yesterday into Late 2011 MacBook Pro and swapped out the two 2gb RAM sticks with two 4gb RAM sticks. The new speed and performance is amazing. You will need a USB to SATA cable to connect the new SSD to your MacBook to clone the hard drive. I downloaded freeware called Super Duper to clone drive. Then I removed ten tiny screws to access back of laptop. Four more screws hold hard drive in place and four star drive screws have to be swapped onto new SSD. Download the user guide from Apple for your model for steps and pictures of operation. The memory swap was easy, just plastic tabs holding sticks in place. **Q: Will this work with win xp sp3?** A: I have a Western Digital 320GB 10,000 RPM Velociraptor in my old XP machine. I keep it for offline use with the programs that I do not want to upgrade. They work fine, so there is no use in spending money on newer versions. The XP machine is old, but I built it well and it is as fast with XP as most new machines are with bloated 7 and 10. If you can't find a reasonably priced WD Velociraptor, then a WD Blue 7200 RPM drive will put new life into your old XP machine. I will keep mine until lightening, or something as sinister, destroys it, but it doesn't go online anymore. **Q: What’s in the box drive, wires, etc...?** A: No wires, just the 500 GB SSD. **Q: If i use a sata to usb 3.1 cable, will this work on my xbox one s?** A: You need a USB 3.0 SATA III Hard Drive Adapter Cable for 2.5 Inch SSD & HDD ## Frequently Bought Together - Western Digital 500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD - SATA III 6 Gb/s, 2.5"/7mm, Up to 560 MB/s - WDS500G2B0A, Solid State Drive - SABRENT 2.5 Inch SATA to USB 3.0 Tool Free External Hard Drive Enclosure [Optimized for SSD, Support UASP SATA III] Black (EC-UASP) - NewerTech AdaptaDrive 2.5" to 3.5" Drive Converter Bracket --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/45518607-500gb-wd-blue-3d-nand-internal-pc-ssd-sata-iii](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/45518607-500gb-wd-blue-3d-nand-internal-pc-ssd-sata-iii) --- *Product available on Desertcart Argentina* *Store origin: AR* *Last updated: 2026-11-09*