5 TB hard drive prices
Portable and desktop HDDs between 4 TB value and 6 TB bulk
We compare 25 5 TB hard drives and SSDs from retailers we track. Checkout prices at Amazon and other stores can differ from what we last recorded.
5 TB hard drive prices
Latest price update we have: August 14, 2026
- Drives we compare
- 25
- Hard drives (HDD)
- 25
- Cheapest hard drive per TB
- $28.88 per TB: Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive HDD – USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, PS4, & Xbox - 1-Year Rescue Service (STGX5000400), Black (5 TB) at $141.00
- 5 TB price per TB range
- $28.88 to $69.80
Best value 5 TB drives we track
- Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive HDD – USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, PS4, & Xbox - 1-Year Rescue Service (STGX5000400), Black (5 TB) at $141.00 ($28.88 per TB)
- Seagate BarraCuda 5TB Internal Hard Drive HDD – 2.5 Inch SATA 6Gb/s 5400 RPM 128MB Cache for Computer Desktop PC (ST5000LM000) (5 TB) at $170.00 ($34.00 per TB)
- Western Digital WD 5TB My Passport Ultra, Blue, Portable External Hard Drive, backup software with defense against ransomware, and password protection, USB-C and USB 3.1 - WDBFTM0050BBL-WESN (5 TB) at $170.00 ($34.00 per TB)
- Seagate Barracuda ST5000DM000 5TB 3.5-Inch Internal Hard Drive, SATA, 5900 Rpm, 128 Mb Buffer (Renewed) (5 TB) at $175.00 ($35.00 per TB)
5 TB hard drive buying guide
Who a 5 TB drive is for
5 TB targets users who want more than 4 TB on a single USB cable or internal bay without jumping to 6 TB pricing. Common in branded external shells.
5 TB hard drive vs SSD
SSDs at exactly 5 TB are uncommon; drives here are usually HDDs, but check the prices above for any SSD options. For flash, compare 4 TB SSD deals or step to 8 TB HDD value if you need bulk instead of speed.
What to look for in a 5 TB drive
- Shock rating on portable 2.5-inch models if you travel with the drive.
- Included USB-C vs USB-A cables and whether the port supports the advertised speed.
- Manufacturer recertified drives may lack full retail warranty, check condition column.
- For internal use, verify 3.5-inch bay depth and SATA power connectors.
How we compare 5 TB prices
5 TB can be a pricing island. Compare neighbor links to 4 TB and 6 TB, one size often wins price per TB on any given week.
5 TB price per TB on this page
Among 22 drives we compare on this page, price per TB runs from about $28.88 to $69.80. Checkout totals and coupons can differ.
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5 TB hard drive questions
5 TB vs two smaller drives for backup?
One 5 TB unit is simpler; two drives give redundancy if you mirror or rotate offsite. Match strategy to your backup plan, not just list price.
Can I shuck a 5 TB external?
Sometimes, but warranty and vibration padding are tied to the enclosure. Only shuck if you accept losing return options and verify the internal interface.
Is 5 TB enough for a Plex server?
Depends on library size and transcode cache. Many homelab users outgrow a single drive and move to multi-bay NAS, see our NAS guide.
How many 5 TB drives are on this page?
We compare 25 5 TB hard drives and SSDs on this page, including nearby capacities within about 5% of 5 TB.
What do 5 TB drives cost on this page?
Among comparable storage drives on this page, prices run from about $141.00 (Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive HDD – USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, PS4, & Xbox - 1-Year Rescue Service (STGX5000400), Black (5 TB)) up to $349.00 (Western Digital WD Red 5TB NAS Hard Disk Drive - 5400 RPM Class SATA 6 Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5 Inch - WD50EFRX (5 TB)), before shipping or coupons.
What is the 5 TB price per TB on this page?
About $28.88 to $69.80 per TB across 22 drives we use for this summary.
Cheapest 5 TB HDD on this page?
Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive HDD – USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, PS4, & Xbox - 1-Year Rescue Service (STGX5000400), Black (5 TB) at $141.00 (about $28.88 per TB).