Hitachi
Hitachi GST Deskstar 5K3000 HDS5C3020ALA632
Best reliable storage for budget conscious desktop users.
This internal hard drive offers a substantial 2TB capacity, ideal for storing large amounts of data. It features innovative CoolSpin technology, which optimizes motor speed for a balance of performance, power efficiency, and quiet operation. The SATA III interface ensures rapid data transfers up to 6Gbps. Designed with energy consciousness in mind, it provides significant power savings and boasts a halogen-free design, contributing to a minimized environmental impact. Its 3.5-inch form factor and bare drive enclosure make it suitable for various internal system builds, including NAS devices.
$85.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
3580
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#3580 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-84%
Below average
Brand
Hitachi GST
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Who it's for
- Users needing vast storage for media and backups
- Environmentally conscious users building always-on storage servers
- Individuals prioritizing data integrity for long-term archives
Who should skip it
- Power users expecting rapid system responsiveness
- Enthusiasts building silent PC systems
- Consumers seeking cutting-edge storage performance
Performance breakdown
Storage Capacity
Two terabytes provides ample room for extensive media libraries and backups.
Energy Efficiency
CoolSpin technology significantly reduces power draw during standard operation.
Acoustic Performance
Optimized motor speeds keep noise levels impressively low for desktop environments.
Interface Speed
SATA III connectivity ensures reliable data throughput for everyday computing tasks.
Environmental Impact
Halogen-free construction reflects a thoughtful approach to sustainable hardware manufacturing.
Build Versatility
Standard 3.5-inch form factor fits seamlessly into most desktop and NAS.
Key Specs
Brand
Hitachi GST
Series
Deskstar 5K3000
Model
HDS5C3020ALA632 (0F12117)
Packaging
Bare Drive
Interface
SATA 6.0Gb/s
Capacity
2TB
Cache
32MB
Features
CoolSpin Design – For power efficiency and quiet operation, Ecological Leadership – Halogen-free design and power-efficient operation
Know before you buy
Yes, this is a standard 3.5-inch internal hard drive designed for desktop computers and NAS (Network Attached Storage) enclosures. Ensure your system has an available 3.5-inch drive bay and a SATA connection before installation.
CoolSpin technology optimizes the drive's motor speed to balance performance with power efficiency. While it may not reach the high-RPM speeds of performance-focused drives, it runs quieter and cooler, making it an excellent choice for storage-heavy tasks where energy savings are a priority.
No, this is sold as a 'bare drive.' You will receive only the hard drive itself, so you will need to provide your own SATA data cable, power cable, and any necessary mounting screws or brackets for your specific case.
Yes, the SATA III interface is backward compatible with SATA II and SATA I connections. While you will be limited to the maximum transfer speed supported by your motherboard's interface, the drive will function normally.
While the Deskstar 5K3000 is reliable for desktop and NAS use, it is designed primarily for general-purpose storage rather than heavy-duty enterprise server workloads. For a 24/7 environment, ensure your NAS setup is configured for standard consumer-grade drives.
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