2.5" laptop hard drive prices
A 2.5-inch laptop hard drive is a compact hard disk built in the slim 2.5-inch form factor found in laptops, small desktops and network storage boxes. It holds your operating system, programs and personal files. Before you buy, check the drive's physical size and thickness, make sure the interface matches your device, and confirm compatibility with your exact model — our catalog lists 100 devices that accept this part, from the ASUS PRIME B550-PLUS to the Synology DS224+.
- Lowest new $27.36
- Lowest used or refurbished $8.30
- Lowest per TB $16.60
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Best value right now
| $/TB | Price | Capacity | Product | Condition | Store | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $16.60 | $8.30 | 500 GB | HGST Travelstar Z7K500 500GB 2.5" 7200 RPM HDD (7 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 7200 rpm · 7 mm | Used | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $18.00 | $9.00 | 500 GB | Seagate Laptop Thin 500GB 2.5" 7200 RPM HDD (7 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 7200 rpm · 7 mm | Used | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $22.00 | $11.00 | 500 GB | Toshiba 500GB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD (7 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · 7 mm | Used | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $28.42 | $14.21 | 500 GB | WD Blue 500GB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD (7 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · 7 mm | Used | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $54.72 | $27.36 | 500 GB | WD Blue 500GB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD (7 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · 7 mm | New | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $57.80 | $28.90 | 500 GB | Seagate BarraCuda 500GB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD (7 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · 7 mm | New | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $59.50 | $119.00 | 2 TB | Seagate BarraCuda 2TB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · SMR · 7 mm | New | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $59.50 | $119.00 | 2 TB | Seagate BarraCuda 2TB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · SMR · 7 mm | Used | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $94.78 | $47.39 | 500 GB | Seagate BarraCuda 500GB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD (7 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · 7 mm | Used | eBay US +2 | View deal |
| $114.99 | $229.98 | 2 TB | Toshiba L200 2TB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD (9.5 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · SMR · 9.5 mm | New | eBay US +1 | View deal |
| $212.00 | $106.00 | 500 GB | Seagate BarraCuda 500GB 2.5" 5400 RPM HDD (7 mm) 2.5" HDD · SATA · 5400 rpm · 7 mm | Refurbished | eBay US +1 | View deal |
Fits these devices
- ASUS PRIME B550-PLUS
- Synology DS224+
- Synology DS920+
- Dell Inspiron 15 3520
- Dell OptiPlex 7010 Small Form Factor
- Dell OptiPlex 3000 Small Form Factor
- ASRock B550M Pro4
- Dell OptiPlex 3080 Small Form Factor
- ASUS ROG STRIX X670E-E GAMING WIFI
- ASUS ROG STRIX B650E-F GAMING WIFI
- ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS WIFI II
- Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57 (Intel)
100 devices in our catalog take this part. Search yours on the home page.
Before you buy
- Measure your bay first. 2.5-inch drives come in different thicknesses (commonly 7 mm or 9.5 mm), so check what your laptop, NAS or small desktop can physically hold before you choose.
- Match the interface. Most 2.5-inch laptop hard drives connect over SATA, but confirm the connector type and the cables or slots your device provides so the drive will actually plug in.
- Choose capacity and confirm fit together. We compare 500 GB, 1 TB and 2 TB sizes, and our compatibility page shows whether each size works with your device — for example, the Dell Inspiron 15 3520, the Dell OptiPlex 7010 Small Form Factor or the ASRock B550M Pro4.
Questions
Will a 2.5-inch laptop hard drive fit my device?
Only if your device has a 2.5-inch drive bay and the matching interface. Desktops, NAS boxes and laptops differ, so check the manufacturer's specifications for drive size, thickness and connector type. Our catalog covers 100 compatible devices — including the Dell OptiPlex 3000 Small Form Factor, the Synology DS920+ and the ASUS ROG STRIX B650E-F GAMING WIFI — so you can look up your model directly.
How fast is a 2.5-inch laptop hard drive?
Speeds vary by model. Common factors are the rotation speed (drives are often rated at 5400 or 7200 RPM) and the interface. If responsiveness matters most for you, compare the specifications of each drive rather than assuming every 2.5-inch drive performs the same.
How much capacity do I need?
It depends on what you store. We compare 500 GB, 1 TB and 2 TB, and the right size for you comes down to how large your operating system, programs and files are, plus how much room you want to spare later. If you're unsure, check the free space you use today and pick the size comfortably above it.
Should I buy a new or a used drive?
That's a personal choice. A used drive can be cheaper, but you may have less information about how it was used and what support remains. Whichever you choose, make sure the size, thickness and interface match your device first — that compatibility check matters more than the drive's condition.