Seagate · Surveillance
ST6000VX001
SkyHawk 6TB
SATA 6 Gb/s · 3.5-inch · CMR
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$313.95
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Price as of Sep 12, 2026 10:56 UTC
The Seagate ST6000VX001 is a 6TB 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 | ST6000VX001 |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 6 TB · 6000 GB |
| Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Recording | CMR |
| Cache (MB) | 256 |
| Form factor | 3.5-inch |
| Load/unload cycles | 600000 |
| Average idle power (W) | 3.4 |
| Power-on hours per year | 8760 |
| Cameras supported (up to) | 64 |
| Workload rating (TB/year) | 180 |
| Average operating power (W) | 5 |
| Rotational vibration sensors | Yes |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 3 years (eligible new drives) |
| Sustained transfer (up to MB/s) | 180 |
Source: Seagate SkyHawk manufacturer specifications, pages 2. Reviewed 2026-09-07. Published specifications, not our benchmark results.
What the specifications mean
- CMR recording is specified for this exact model. Check enclosure support and workload limits before installing it in an array.
- 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.
- Rated for up to 64 cameras under the manufacturer's conditions. Camera bitrate and recording schedule determine how long 6TB of footage lasts.
- Rotational vibration sensors: Yes. Check the documented drive-bay limit for multi-drive enclosures.
Before ordering
Match ST6000VX001, 6TB 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 B07H28M89D
$313.95 · as of Sep 12, 2026 10:56 UTC
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$189.99 · as of Sep 12, 2026 10:56 UTC
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$199.99 · as of Sep 12, 2026 11:46 UTC
Same-capacity alternatives with Amazon US links
These models share the drive type, interface class and capacity. Compare their specifications and your system requirements before choosing a replacement.
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Is ST6000VX001 CMR or SMR?
The manufacturer lists CMR recording for ST6000VX001. Other models and capacities in the same family can differ.
What connection does ST6000VX001 need?
ST6000VX001 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 ST6000VX001 provide?
Its nominal capacity is 6000 GB, approximately 5587.9 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for ST6000VX001?
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.