SSD 250GB 2.5" SATA III Solid State Drive Laptop Desktop PC Internal Hard Drive
The 250GB 2.5" SATA Internal Hard Drive is a compact spinning storage drive designed for laptops and small form factor desktops. At 250GB, it provides a solid amount of space for your files, media, and applications - and at a significantly lower cost per gigabyte than an SSD of the same size.
Using the standard SATA III interface, this 2.5" drive fits directly into any laptop or desktop with a 2.5" SATA bay. If your system currently has a smaller drive or you need more storage for an older machine, this is a straightforward drop-in upgrade.
This drive has been inspected, tested, and verified to meet our performance standards before dispatch. All refurbished drives are securely data-wiped before sale. Backed by a 12-month warranty.
Technical Specifications
| Storage Capacity | 250GB |
|---|---|
| Drive Type | HDD (Hard Disk Drive) |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Interface | SATA III |
| Interface Speed | 6 Gb/s |
| Compatibility | Desktop |
What Can You Store on
250GB gives you meaningful, everyday storage capacity. Here's a practical guide:
- Windows 11 installation (~20GB) + all system updates and apps
- Approx. 62K+ photos (at 4MB average smartphone quality)
- Around 125 hours of Full HD (1080p) video footage
- Approximately 50000 songs in MP3 format
- 8-15 typical PC games alongside your operating system
Why Choose an HDD for Bulk Storage?
For large-capacity secondary storage, HDDs remain the most cost-effective option. While SSDs are faster for your operating system and frequently accessed files, an HDD delivers far more gigabytes per pound for archives, media libraries, and cold storage. The ideal setup for most desktop users is an SSD for Windows, paired with this HDD for bulk files.
Use this drive as a secondary storage drive alongside an SSD as your primary OS drive. Your system will boot fast from the SSD while the HDD handles your large file storage at a much lower cost per GB. See our SSD range for compatible primary drives.
Compatibility - Which Devices Does This Fit?
The 2.5" SATA form factor is used in laptops and compact desktops:
- Laptops - Most laptops made between 2005 and 2022 with a 2.5" SATA drive bay
- Desktop PCs - Any desktop with a 2.5" drive bay or a 2.5"-to-3.5" adapter bracket
- External enclosures - SATA-to-USB 2.5" enclosures for portable external storage
- NAS units - NAS enclosures that accept 2.5" SATA drives
Not compatible with M.2 slots. If your device has an M.2 slot, see our SSD range instead.
Warranty & Support
- 12 Month Warranty - Full hardware coverage from date of purchase
- 60 Day Money-Back Guarantee - 100% refund if not satisfied, no questions asked
- Free Returns - 30 days free return shipping if defective
- Secure Data Sanitisation - All refurbished drives certified data-wiped before dispatch
- Lifetime Technical Support - Expert help whenever you need it
About Doctor Memory
Doctor Memory is the UK's specialist in quality storage and memory upgrades. Based in Manchester, we supply SSDs, HDDs, RAM, and refurbished hardware to consumers, businesses, and IT professionals across the UK. All products are tested before dispatch, backed by a warranty, and covered by our 60-day money-back guarantee.
- Fast UK dispatch - most orders sent same day
- Expert technical support - Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm GMT
- Environmentally responsible refurbishment practices
- Compatibility:
- Desktop
- Compatibility:
- Laptop
- Form Factor:
- 2.5"
- Interface:
- SATA III
- Interface Speed:
- 6 Gb/s
- Storage Capacity:
- 250GB
- Drive Type:
- HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
