Power-optimized HDDs
Targets 20% lower power use; expected in customer qualification in 2027.
What it is
Data center drive designs that cut power use by about 20%. The company expects them in customer qualification during 2027.
Why it matters to the stock. Power is one of the largest running costs for data-center storage. Lower power use helps the company keep its drives competitive against flash and rival HDD makers.
News
WD unveils High Bandwidth Drive, Dual Pivot actuator and power-optimized HDD roadmap
The same February 3 event added three next-generation drive designs to the roadmap.
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