Seagate · Surveillance
ST2000VX012
SkyHawk 2TB
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch · SMR
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Compare alternatives ↓As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.The Seagate ST2000VX012 is a 2TB SkyHawk hard drive for DVR and NVR surveillance recording, using SATA 6 Gb/s in a 3.5-inch form factor.
Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | ST2000VX012 |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 2 TB · 2000 GB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Recording | SMR |
| Cache (MB) | 256 |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Load/unload cycles | 600000 |
| Average idle power (W) | 2.5 |
| Power-on hours per year | 8760 |
| Workload rating (TB/year) | 180 |
| Average operating power (W) | 3.7 |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 3 years (eligible new drives) |
| Sustained transfer (up to MB/s) | 180 |
Source: Seagate SkyHawk manufacturer specifications, pages 3. Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications, not our benchmark results.
What the specifications mean
- SMR recording is specified for this exact model. For an array or frequent rewrites, check whether its SMR design suits the workload.
- Up to 180 MB/s sustained transfer, as specified by the manufacturer. This is not a measured game-loading or random-I/O result.
- 180 TB/year workload rating. This is a workload limit, not a promise of drive lifespan or a backup guarantee.
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Is ST2000VX012 CMR or SMR?
The manufacturer lists SMR recording for ST2000VX012. Other models and capacities in the same family can differ.
What connection does ST2000VX012 need?
ST2000VX012 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 ST2000VX012 provide?
Its nominal capacity is 2000 GB, approximately 1862.6 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for ST2000VX012?
Manufacturer specification: 3 years (eligible new drives). A renewed, used, OEM or imported offer can have different coverage. Check the serial number and seller terms before buying.