Western Digital · NAS
WD80EFPX
WD Red Plus 8TB
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch · CMR
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All 5 matched listings ↓As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.The Western Digital WD80EFPX is a 8TB WD Red Plus hard drive for NAS storage, using SATA 6 Gb/s in a 3.5-inch form factor.
Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | WD80EFPX |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 8 TB · 8000 GB |
| RPM | 5640 |
| NAS bays | Up to 8 |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Recording | CMR |
| Cache (MB) | 256 |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Workload rating (TB/year) | 180 |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 3 years (eligible new drives) |
Source: WD Red Plus datasheet, September 2025, pages 2. Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications, not our benchmark results.
What the specifications mean
- CMR recording is specified for this exact model. Check enclosure support and workload limits before installing it in an array.
- 180 TB/year workload rating. This is a workload limit, not a promise of drive lifespan or a backup guarantee.
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Is WD80EFPX CMR or SMR?
The manufacturer lists CMR recording for WD80EFPX. Other models and capacities in the same family can differ.
What connection does WD80EFPX need?
WD80EFPX uses SATA 6 Gb/s and a 3.5-inch form factor. Match both with the computer, controller or enclosure. An M.2 slot, 2.5-inch bay and 3.5-inch bay are not interchangeable.
How much usable space does WD80EFPX provide?
Its nominal capacity is 8000 GB, approximately 7450.6 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for WD80EFPX?
Manufacturer specification: 3 years (eligible new drives). A renewed, used, OEM or imported offer can have different coverage. Check the serial number and seller terms before buying.