Seagate 22TB External HDD Hits Amazon Sale

If you need massive local storage at an unbeatable price, this Seagate deal is hard to top. Amazon currently offers the Seagate Expansion 22TB USB 3.0 Desktop Hard Drive for just $249.99, working out to only $11.36 per terabyte. While sold by marketplace vendor QuickDealStore (85% positive rating from 460 recent reviews), Amazon's standard 30-day return policy applies for peace of mind.

Update: The same drive is available directly from Seagate for $239.99.

Seagate 22TB External Hard Drive Now From $239.99

Seagate Expansion 22TB USB 3.0 Desktop Hard Drive

Originally $299.99 | Save 17% ($249.99 at Amazon) | Save 20% ($239.99 at Seagate)

This compact desktop drive packs a 22TB HDD in standard form factor, featuring a USB 3.0 interface that matches traditional HDD speeds (cable included). It's compatible with both Windows and Mac systems right out of the box, plus includes data recovery software.

While SSDs dominate for speed, HDDs remain superior for archival storage. Cost is the clearest advantage - at $11.36/TB versus $50+/TB for SSDs. Capacity is another win, with consumer SSDs maxing out at 8TB compared to this 22TB behemoth. Most importantly, while both storage types offer similar lifespans, HDDs maintain a critical edge: failed drives offer significantly better data recovery prospects.

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