Seagate Exos X18 16TB Enterprise HDD – CMR 3.5 Inch Hyperscale SATA 6Gb/s, 7200 RPM, 512e and 4Kn FastFormat, Low Latency with Enhanced Caching
Specifications
Model: ST16000NMZ00J
Capacity: 16 TB
Type: HDD
Interface: SATA 6.0 Gb/s
Form Factor: 3.5"
Cache: 256 MB
NVME: No
V-NAND: No
Price Per GB: 0.0186875
Pros
- High capacity of 16TB for extensive data storage needs.
- 7200 RPM speed provides better performance compared to lower RPM drives.
- Enhanced caching for improved response times and low latency.
- Reliable with a 2.5M-hour MTBF and a 5-year warranty.
- Cost-effective with a lower cost per terabyte, optimizing TCO.
Cons
- Mechanical nature may result in slower speeds compared to SSDs for certain applications.
- Weight of 1.48 pounds is relatively high for a 3.5-inch drive.
- Lacks the speed advantage of SSDs, which may limit performance in high-speed applications.
Overview
The Seagate Exos X18 is a high-capacity 16TB enterprise HDD designed for hyperscale data environments. Operating at a speed of 7200 RPM with a SATA 6Gb/s interface, it leverages modern CMR (Conventional Magnetic Recording) technology, ensuring data integrity and performance for demanding applications. The drive features enhanced caching for low latency and consistent performance, making it ideal for big data analytics and storage-centric applications in enterprise settings. With a 2.5 million-hour MTBF and a robust 5-year warranty, it promises reliability for mission-critical systems while maintaining cost-effectiveness with low total cost of ownership per terabyte. Its compact size ensures high rack-space efficiency, meeting the needs of dense server architectures.
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