ST2000VX000-1CU164
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST2000VX000-1CU164 | 2000 | 289 | 131 | 123 | 0.35 | 0.86 | 11.17 | 4.69 |
| ST2000VX000-1CU164 | 2000 | 275 | 124 | 114 | 0.66 | 1.00 | 8.19 | 3.77 |
The measurement of the ST2000VX000-1CU164 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST2000VX000-1CU164 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST2000VX000-1CU164 should be used.
ST2000VX000-1CU164
The ST2000VX000-1CU164 is an internal hard drive from Seagate that belongs to the Barracuda Green series. This hard drive is designed for desktop PCs and certain storage applications where high capacity and energy efficiency are important. Here you can find a detailed description, technical details, features and application area of ​​this hard drive.
1. General description
The ST2000VX000-1CU164 is a 3.5-inch hard drive with a storage capacity of 2 TB (terabytes). It is part of the Barracuda Green series, which is known for its combination of large capacity and lower power consumption. This hard drive uses the SATA III interface, but is backwards compatible with older SATA standards.
2. Technical details
- Model name: ST2000VX000-1CU164
- Capacity: 2 TB
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Height: 26.1 mm (1.03 inches)
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s), backwards compatible with SATA II (3 Gb/s) and SATA I (1.5 Gb/s)
- Speed: 5900 rpm (revolutions per minute)
- Cache: 64 MB
- Average access time: About 8.5 ms
- Average read and write speed: Approx. 140 MB/s
- Operating temperature range: 0°C to 60°C
- Power consumption:
- Operating mode: Approx. 5.6 watts
- Standby: Approx. 4.2 watts
3. Functions
- 5900 RPM Speed: The hard drive rotates at 5900 RPM, resulting in lower power consumption and less noise compared to 7200 RPM hard drives. This speed offers a good balance between performance and energy efficiency.
- SATA III Interface: The hard drive uses the SATA III interface, which supports a maximum transfer rate of 6 Gb/s. However, it is also backwards compatible with SATA II and SATA I, which makes it versatile.
- 64 MB Cache: The generous 64 MB cache buffer helps improve hard drive performance by caching frequently accessed data and reducing access times.
- Advanced Format: The hard drive uses Advanced Format technology, which uses larger sectors for improved storage efficiency and better error correction.
- PowerSave Technology: The Barracuda Green Series is known for its energy-efficient performance. The ST2000VX000-1CU164 reduces idle power consumption, helping to reduce operating costs.
- Acoustics Technology: The hard drive is designed to operate more quietly, resulting in quieter system operation.
4. Scope of application
- Desktop PCs: The ST2000VX000-1CU164 is ideal for use in desktop PCs, both as a primary drive for the operating system and applications and as a secondary drive for data storage.
- Storage Expansion: With a capacity of 2TB, the hard drive offers enough space for large amounts of data such as videos, photos and games, which can significantly expand the storage space of a system.
- Backup solutions: The hard drive is well suited for backup applications to secure and archive important data.
- External Enclosures: It can be used in external hard drive enclosures to provide mobile storage solutions.
5. Additional information
- Compatibility: The ST2000VX000-1CU164 is compatible with most desktop PCs that have a SATA port. It can also be used in systems that support SATA II or SATA I, although the speed will be limited to the maximum transfer rates of the SATA I standard.
- Reliability: Seagate's Barracuda Green series is known for its reliability and energy efficiency. The ST2000VX000-1CU164 offers solid performance and high capacity for a variety of applications.
- Warranty: The hard drive is typically offered with a limited warranty of 1 to 3 years, depending on the region and place of purchase. This warranty covers manufacturing defects.
In summary, the ST2000VX000-1CU164 offers a high capacity of 2 TB, coupled with energy-efficient performance and solid speed. With its 5900 RPM rotation speed and SATA III interface, it is ideal for desktop PCs and storage expansions and offers an excellent solution for users who need to store and manage large amounts of data.
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ST2000VX000-1CU164 and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of ST2000VX000-1CU164.
The ST2000VX000-1CU164 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST2000VX000-1CU164 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.