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SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG ST2000LM003 2TB 5400 RPM laptop hard drive

SKU CH-FX53-PZ31Q MPN ST2000LM003

A 2.5 inch laptop drive with 2TB capacity, 5400 RPM speed and 32MB cache over SATA 6.0Gb/s

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Cache memory32 MB
  • Average seek time12 ms

Capacity 2TB

  • 2TB capacity stores large media libraries and game collections
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances performance with low power draw
  • 32MB cache accelerates frequent read and write operations
  • 5mm height fits standard 2.5-inch laptop drive bays
  • SATA 6.0Gb/s interface enables fast data transfer rates

2TB 5400 RPM laptop drive

The Samsung ST2000LM003 is a 2TB 2.5-inch internal hard drive spinning at 5400 RPM with a SATA 6.0Gb/s interface. It suits laptop owners or PlayStation 4 users who need more storage capacity for games, media and backups without moving to solid-state pricing. Builders wanting faster boot times or sustained write speeds should look elsewhere.

Standard 9.5mm SATA installation

The drive fits the common 9.5mm drive bay and connects via the standard SATA data and power cables found in most notebooks. No special brackets or adapters are required for a typical swap. The bare-drive packaging means no mounting screws or cloning software are included, so keep the original hardware from the old drive.

Consistent throughput under load

A 32MB cache and SATA Native Command Queuing help the drive manage multiple read and write requests during extended file transfers or game loading. The 5400 RPM spindle and 12ms average seek time deliver steady, predictable performance rather than burst speed. Thermal output remains modest during long sessions thanks to the lower rotational speed.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 2.5-Inch Internal Laptop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $90.99
Pricier than about 62% of the 645 comparable items (median $66.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 90% of the 419 comparable items (median 320 GB).
Price per TB $45.50 per TB
Cheaper than about 94% of the 416 comparable items (median $233.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate Samsung
Product lineSpinpoint M9T
Model nameST2000LM003
Total capacity2 TB
Performance
Average seek time12 ms
Mean latency5.6 ms
Rotational speed5,400 RPM
Storage
Cache memory32 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Max height9.5 mm
Maximum width69.85 mm
Maximum length100.35 mm
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size102 × 88 × 11 mm

Other versions of this model

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Questions about this item

How can I confirm the 5400 RPM drive is healthy after installing it in my laptop?

Run a S.M.A.R.T. self-test and verify the seek time reads around 12 ms with latency near 5.6 ms in the drive utility.

The listing says Bare Drive — does the package include a SATA cable or mounting bracket?

No, only the 2.5 inch 9.5 mm drive is supplied; cables and brackets must be sourced separately.

Which capacity version of the Spinpoint M9T fits a standard 9.5 mm laptop bay?

The 2 TB model uses three 667 GB platters within the 9.5 mm height limit, so it fits without modification.

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