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Seagate

Seagate ST5000NM0024 5TB 7200 RPM 128MB SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-SJ1P-ZGNY0 MPN ST5000NM0024

A 5 TB, 7200 RPM SATA hard drive with 128 MB cache built for 24-hour bulk data storage

  • Total capacity5 TB
  • Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory128 MB
  • 5 TB capacity for bulk data storage
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed for responsive performance
  • 128 MB cache to accelerate read and write operations
  • SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface for broad system compatibility
  • 24 x 7 rated design built for continuous operation

Enterprise bulk storage

The Seagate ST5000NM0024 is a 5TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for continuous 24 x 7 operation in server and storage arrays. Its 7200 RPM spindle and 128MB cache serve workloads that demand sustained throughput rather than burst speed.

SATA 6.0Gb/s interface ceiling

The SATA 6.0Gb/s link caps maximum transfer at the bus limit, so sequential reads and writes cannot exceed that bandwidth regardless of the drive’s mechanical speed. Average latency of 4.16ms reflects the rotational physics of a 7200 RPM platter.

5TB capacity with 512e format

Five terabytes provide ample room for bulk archives, backups and media libraries while the 512e sector format maintains compatibility with legacy operating systems and RAID controllers. The drive is not suited for low-latency transactional databases or boot volumes that require solid-state response times.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $498.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 5 TB
Higher than about 73% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $99.80 per TB
Pricier than about 63% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate
Model nameST5000NM0024
Total capacity5 TB
Recommended useIdeal for Servers
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Mean latency4.16 ms
Storage
Cache memory128 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 6.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.73 kg
Package size174 × 122 × 36 mm

Questions about this item

Is the 5 TB capacity right for a 24/7 server array?

The 5 TB capacity at 7200 RPM with 128 MB cache is built for continuous bulk storage in server environments.

What does the 7200 RPM spec mean for everyday read and write speeds?

7200 RPM with 4.16 ms average latency gives faster sequential throughput than slower drives, while the 128 MB cache smooths burst workloads.

Will the SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface limit performance in a modern desktop?

The SATA 6.0 Gb/s link is the standard ceiling; the mechanical 7200 RPM platters determine real-world transfer rates.

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