Alternative to AQ273-20000: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AQ273-20000 (AQ273-20000 - HP LTO-5 Fibre Channel Full Height Tape Drive for Autoloader) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar HP parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the AQ273-20000
| SKU | AQ273-20000 |
|---|---|
| Product | AQ273-20000 - HP LTO-5 Fibre Channel Full Height Tape Drive for Autoloader |
| Current price | $899.93 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AQ273-20000 › |
Alternatives to AQ273-20000
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
708914-001 - HP StoreEver ESL G3 1.5TB (Native) / 3TB (Compressed) Ultrium 3280 LTO-5 8Gbps Full Height Fibre Channel Tape Drive
SKU: 708914-001
Price: $326.32
EB655-20000 - HP 800/1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium 1760 SCSI LVD Half Height Tape Drive
SKU: EB655-20000
Price: $733.58
AW181A - HP LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Drive LTO-4 800 GB (Native)/1.60 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel1H Height
SKU: AW181A
Price: $4,125.26
453906-001 - HP LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Drive LTO-4 800 GB (Native)/1.60 TB (Compressed) SCSI 5.25-inch Width 1H Height 120 MBps Native 240 MBps Compressed
SKU: 453906-001
Price: $468.42
EH903B - HP EH903B LTO Ultrium 3 Tape Drive LTO-3 400 GB (Native)/800 GB (Compressed)1U Rack Height Rack-mountable 60 MBps Native 120 MBps Compressed
SKU: EH903B
Price: $1,875.79
BL544A - HP BL544A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive LTO-5 1.50 TB (Native)/3 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel
SKU: BL544A
Price: $500.00
BL535A - HP BL535A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive LTO-5 1.50 TB (Native)/3 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel
SKU: BL535A
Price: $584.21
AW679A - HP AW679A LTO Ultrium 5 Tape Drive LTO-5 1.50 TB (Native)/3 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel
SKU: AW679A
Price: $1,317.89
BL531A - HP StorageWorks MSL2024 LTO Ultrium-5 1 x Drive/24 x Slot LTO Ultrium 5 36 TB (Native) / 72 TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel Tape Library
SKU: BL531A
Price: $2,490.36
C2K00AT - HP FirePro W7000 Video Graphics Card GDDR5 SDRAM PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Full-length/Full-height 4096 x 2160 DisplayPort
SKU: C2K00AT
Price: $639.80
C7396B - HP SureStore LTO Ultrium 230 Tape Drive LTO Ultrium LTO-1 100GB (Native) / 200GB (Compressed)
SKU: C7396B
Price: $2,139.51
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.