Alternative to PY278A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the PY278A (PY278A - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive) 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 PY278A
| SKU | PY278A |
|---|---|
| Product | PY278A - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $376.57 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View PY278A › |
Alternatives to PY278A
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.
458927-B21 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 458927-B21
Price: $95.80
482483R-001 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 482483R-001
Price: $97.21
482483R-001 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 482483R-001
Price: $97.21
397377-013 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 397377-013
Price: $128.42
GB0250C8045 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: gb0250c8045
Price: $128.42
397377R-013 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 397377R-013
Price: $132.21
586719-001 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 586719-001
Price: $138.95
573669-001 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 573669-001
Price: $138.95
482483-001 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 482483-001
Price: $138.95
465644-001 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 465644-001
Price: $140.74
574338-001 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 574338-001
Price: $157.07
410502-001 - HP 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable NCQ 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 410502-001
Price: $163.74
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.