The Seagate BarraCuda ST2000DM008 is a 2TB hard disk drive (HDD) designed for desktop and mobile systems. It’s part of Seagate’s popular BarraCuda line, which offers high-performance storage solutions for demanding applications.

Technical Specifications:

• Capacity: 2TB
• Interface: SATA III (6Gb/s)
• Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM
• Cache Memory: 64MB
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch

In terms of performance, the Seagate BarraCuda ST2000DM008 delivers impressive results. With a sequential read speed of up to 180 MB/s and write speed of up to 175 MB/s, it’s one of the fastest HDDs on the market.

Compared to other popular hard drives in its class, the BarraCuda ST2000DM008 stands out for its high performance. For example:

• Western Digital Caviar Blue WD20EZEX: 160 MB/s read, 152 MB/s write
• Toshiba X300 HDWD120UZSVA: 165 MB/s read, 155 MB/s write

The Seagate BarraCuda ST2000DM008 also boasts advanced features such as:

• Advanced Power Management: helps to reduce power consumption and heat generation
• Acoustic Management: reduces noise levels during operation
• ShockGuard: provides enhanced protection against physical shock and vibration

In terms of reliability, the BarraCuda ST2000DM008 is designed to meet the demands of heavy-duty applications. It features a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 1 million hours and an annual failure rate (AFR) of less than 0.44%.

Overall, the Seagate BarraCuda ST2000DM008 is an excellent choice for anyone looking for high-performance storage with massive capacity. Its impressive read and write speeds, combined with its advanced features and reliability make it a top contender in the market.

Comparison Chart:

Model	Capacity	Read Speed (MB/s)	Write Speed (MB/s)
Seagate BarraCuda ST2000DM008	2TB	180	175
Western Digital Caviar Blue WD20EZEX	2TB	160	152
Toshiba X300 HDWD120UZSVA	1.5TB	165	155

Note: The specifications listed above are subject to change and may not reflect the actual performance of the drive in real-world applications.