Drive comparison
ST2000DM008 vs HDWD320UZSVA
Seagate BarraCuda 2TB and Toshiba P300 2TB, compared using published manufacturer specifications.
Seagate
BarraCuda 2TB
ST2000DM008
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch
$65.00
Amazon US · Used / renewed listing ↗ASIN B07GZ4LKTG · as of Sep 12, 2026 10:56 UTC
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P300 2TB
HDWD320UZSVA
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch
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What differs between these models?
The recorded specifications do not establish a performance advantage for either model. Compare compatibility, the exact offer and the manufacturer documents below.
A larger cache, higher RPM or higher advertised sequential speed alone does not establish which drive is better for your workload.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | ST2000DM008 | HDWD320UZSVA |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Seagate | Toshiba |
| Product family | BarraCuda | P300 |
| Model number | ST2000DM008 | HDWD320UZSVA |
| Capacity (TB) | 2 | 2 |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Recording | SMR | Not recorded |
| Cache (MB) | 256 | Not recorded |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Load/unload cycles | 600000 | Not recorded |
| Power-on hours per year | 2400 | Not recorded |
| Workload rating (TB/year) | 55 | Not recorded |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 2 years (eligible new drives) | 2 years (eligible new drives) |
| Package / region | Not recorded | Bulk / EMEA |
Compatibility and buying checks
- One or both drives use SMR recording. Check sustained-write and array requirements before choosing one for a NAS or a write-heavy workload.
- Compare new and renewed offers separately. The manufacturer specification does not guarantee the warranty or return policy of a marketplace seller.
Manufacturer sources
ST2000DM008
Seagate BarraCuda manufacturer specifications ↗ · pages 3
Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications; no independent benchmark or failure-rate claim.
HDWD320UZSVA
Toshiba P300 manufacturer specifications ↗
Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications; no independent benchmark or failure-rate claim.