Seagate · PC / gaming
ST500DM002
Desktop HDD 0.5TB
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch
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$64.00
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Price as of Sep 12, 2026 10:54 UTC
The Seagate ST500DM002 is a 0.5TB Desktop HDD hard drive for desktop and gaming storage, using SATA 6 Gb/s in a 3.5-inch form factor.
Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | ST500DM002 |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 0.5 TB · 500 GB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Cache (MB) | 16 |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Average idle power (W) | 4.6 |
| Power-on hours per year | 2400 |
| Workload rating (TB/year) | 55 |
| Average operating power (W) | 6.19 |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 2 years (eligible new drives) |
| Sustained transfer (up to MB/s) | 144 |
Source: Seagate Desktop HDD manufacturer specifications, pages 3. Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications, not our benchmark results.
What the specifications mean
- Up to 144 MB/s sustained transfer, as specified by the manufacturer. This is not a measured game-loading or random-I/O result.
- 55 TB/year workload rating. This is a workload limit, not a promise of drive lifespan or a backup guarantee.
Before ordering
Match ST500DM002, 0.5TB and SATA 6 Gb/s against the selected offer. Check your system’s exact-model compatibility list and the seller’s warranty and return terms.
Amazon US listings
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Amazon US · ASIN B0073Q7H0A
$64.00 · as of Sep 12, 2026 10:54 UTC
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$24.99 · as of Sep 12, 2026 10:54 UTC
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What connection does ST500DM002 need?
ST500DM002 uses SATA 6 Gb/s and a 3.5-inch form factor. Match both with the computer, controller or enclosure. An M.2 slot, 2.5-inch bay and 3.5-inch bay are not interchangeable.
How much usable space does ST500DM002 provide?
Its nominal capacity is 500 GB, approximately 465.7 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for ST500DM002?
Manufacturer specification: 2 years (eligible new drives). A renewed, used, OEM or imported offer can have different coverage. Check the serial number and seller terms before buying.