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Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive HDD USB 3 0 for PC Mac PS4 Xbox 1 Year Rescue Service STGX5000400 Black
Last Updated: January 15, 2021 (Refresh Now)
8.0
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
998
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
40
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5242880 GB
MEMORY
Yes
USB
18 meters
SIZE
3
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Review Analysis - 958 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Memory
263storage, hard drive, external, seagate, external hard drive
+84%
-16%
" ... Perfect for extra storage. ... "
" ... I recommend that you organize your files into smaller 60-80gb sections and copy them over individually to see how the speed changes. ... "
" ... stores the correct amount and comes in handy for quick external storage. ... "
" ... Works amazing with both my Xbox one s and Xbox series S, definitely recommend if your short on storage ... "
" ... I would highly recommend this external hard drive. ... "
" ... Seagate speaks for itself The best Hard Drives On the market . ... I already bought 6 seagate Hard drive expansions from 4 to 5 TB . ... "
" ... I looked at the memory capacity and it has only 7.27 TB of Storage. ... "
" ... Obviously you're looking to buy a hard drive to store a lot of important data. ... "
Product Reliability
144drive, seagate, working, stopped working, failed
+42%
-58%
" ... I'm just over a year out and it's failing. ... "
" ... Purchased this for a friend and it worked for all of 2 months & crashed. ... "
" ... Overall worked well while it worked, but failed 6 months in. ... Usage was mostly read usage, and very little write usage. ... Unacceptable failure time for a drive with overall low usage, would not use for anything important. ... "
" ... Missed the return window by a few months, just completely stopped working after a few months of use? ... "
" ... It worked well until it was about 3gb full then that’s where the problems started. ... "
" ... contacted Seagate and they are supposedly replacing it. ... "
" ... it arrived with only 1.8T stopped working the second day dont waste your money on this i have a Alienware the pc is not the problem its the Seagate drive ... "
" ... But even with all the care I took with it and the fact that it gets used twice a week only, I need to replace it. ... I have only had it 6 months. ... I won't purchase a Seagate again. ... "
Device Compatibility
122data, ps4, backup, drive, xbox
+55%
-45%
" ... I just plugged it into then PS5, it recognized the drive right away, did the PlayStation reformat, and it was ready to go. ... "
" ... I had to backup my system and transfer to a new computer. ... "
" ... May pick up another for my laptop. ... "
" ... Works amazing on my ps4 ... "
" ... Its also really small, your smart phone is probably larger than this external. ... "
" ... Apple backed it up on the first try. ... "
" ... Easy to use and set up for time machine backup on a MAC. ... I used it to back up my old MAC and then plugged it into the new MAC to copy all the files. ... "
" ... i didn't need the tech support as my son was helping me via phone. ... "
Ease of Use
100easy to use, easy to set, set, easy to install, super easy
+97%
-3%
" ... I can confirm for those of you interested in shucking the external that it's relatively easy to do, and the drive doesn't have any 'protection' against internal use. ... "
" ... It was super easy to set up ... "
" ... Super easy to setup. ... "
" ... The product is easy to install but there are no instructions on how to verify your backups. ... "
" ... It’s lightweight and easy to keep out of the way. ... "
" ... Just what I needed easy to use ... "
" ... Small, light, easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
Size
79size, portable, storage, compact, portability
+99%
-1%
" ... I still have more space on it ... "
" ... It is so small and cute and fits in the shelve. ... "
" ... A lot of storage for the size and price. ... "
" ... It is not only portable but very light which allows us to carry it in a bag without feeling too heavy. ... "
" ... Is light and perfect size. ... "
" ... Actual capacity is about 9TB ie lose about 10% of stated size. ... "
" ... It's small and portable, while also having a side arrange of tech support. ... "
" ... Not fast, though lightweight, a nice shape and size, and does what it is intended to do for a good price. ... "
Gaming
78ps4, xbox, storage, game, delete
+88%
-12%
" ... This works great on my son’s game system and was a better investment than the higher GB game system. ... "
" ... Just plug it in the back, choose to use it for games and to download all future games on external storage, and you're set with an extra terabyte. ... "
" ... Other wise this has been the best Hard Drive purchase that I refer all my friends to, If I ever get another gaming system or update I hope this company still makes a Hard Drive for that system as well. ... "
" ... With the transition to the next generation of consoles everyone should want to back up their digital games. ... I bought this a few months back to hold my digital collection and archive of free PS Plus games. ... Load times are amazingly fast while I game on my PS4 Pro. ... Other than that It's a great piece of hardware totally worth the investment especially for gamers. ... "
" ... it holds up my games. ... "
" ... My son was able to down load all of his xbox games and more. ... "
" ... Bought more and sent to gaming friends as a gift. ... "
" ... I'm using this to store PS4 and PC games. ... "
Overall performance
72slow, drive, speeds, write, transfer speed
+79%
-21%
" ... I use it to back up my PC, and it does the job. ... "
" ... Great product - the transfer speed is kinda slow but once you got everything on there it's awesome. ... "
" ... I think I need a word that's better than awesome, that's how amazingly fast this drive is. ... "
" ... It is significantly faster. ... "
" ... Surely this must be the solid state version!" ... "
" ... Bought this to expand storage on my new Xbox Series S. Definitely not the same speeds as the internal ssd it has but for the 45$ for 1tb it’s a must have accessory for the Xbox. ... "
" ... I use an SSD for video editing, and when it gets close to capacity I just dump it on this drive for archival purposes. ... "
" ... Copying speeds are the same as to my external 3 TB drive. ... "
Setup
64setup, set, easy to install, instructions, super easy
+95%
-5%
" ... It worked amazing and really easy to set up just plug and play ... "
" ... Easy to setup & works like a charm! ... "
" ... super easy to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to install and use right away! ... "
" ... It was an easy install (plug and play really). ... "
" ... He absolutely loves it & said it was so easy to install & suggested that I buy his twin one as well. ... "
" ... Very easy to get set up for either console, and works flawlessly for both. ... "
" ... Just plug in to your console and follow prompts for formating. ... "
Ports
63drive, usb 3 0, port, usb cable, hard drive
+73%
-27%
" ... Great little USB external drive! ... It was easy to plug in to the USB port and was quick to re-format to Mac file structure. ... "
" ... Plugged it jnto the rear USB port, set the device name, formatted and it was ready to go. ... "
" ... Plugged into my mac. ... "
" ... Just connect with the usb cable, format the drive in the settings menu and it's ready to go. ... "
" ... It did come with a micro USB, which I didn't see listed anywhere in the description. ... Luckily it came with the proper cord and besides the description not telling me that in advance, the hard drive is great. ... "
" ... I love that this drive is powered over the USB cable. ... "
" ... I used it to back up my old MAC and then plugged it into the new MAC to copy all the files. ... "
" ... Neither drive has pegged out when accessing from multiple sources using Emby . ... "
Storage
59space, capacity, needed, tb, size
+98%
-2%
" ... Two sit in drawers, one offsite. ... "
" ... It is a great tool for storage. ... "
" ... A lot of storage for the size and price. ... "
" ... Storage and portability are definitely a plus. ... "
" ... Love that it doesn't take up much space on shelf. ... "
" ... Now I have 3tb of space. ... "
" ... I think it'll do well, happy with the cost for the storage amount. ... "
" ... the storage space ... "
Price
40worth, value, storage, money, waste
+83%
-18%
" ... Great storage for the price, definitely do not regret. ... "
" ... For the amount of storage that you get for the money is the best value. ... "
" ... Well worth the price. ... "
" ... Good for the price so far. ... "
" ... I bought it for the price and I'm going to buy another because of the quality. ... "
" ... Good for the price. ... "
" ... If I do have a future experience with support I'll edit this review, but for now, great product, price and value. ... "
" ... OK Product at a reasonable price ... "
Returns
33returning, returned, replacement, amazon, sooner
+12%
-88%
" ... Sent it back to Seagate for a replacement and have been waiting over 2 months for a replacement. ... "
" ... Replacement did the same thing. ... Returning both, getting a WD. ... "
" ... Very disappointing to get this far with something that’s mis-labeled and to have to return it to buy something else. ... "
" ... I'll be returning this. ... "
" ... Missed the window to return it since I didn't use it right away, but it blinks in and out as unreadable on my system/network regularly, and sooner or later, I expect it to crap out. ... "
" ... I will be returning it. ... "
" ... The item was listed as new. ... "
" ... Returned it for a different product. ... "
Software Platform
29software, format, windows 10, support html5 video, reformat
+48%
-52%
" ... It made me download things and go to the internet explorer. ... "
" ... Our PS4’s don’t recognize the device. ... "
" ... It advertised I compatible with ps4 but no matter what I do its says cant be used a storage device whens im trying to reformat it. ... "
" ... I think the issue happened when I was unpacking data from a zip software called .7z. ... Now my HD won't mount on Mac OS (10.13 and 10.15), Ubuntu or Windows 10. ... "
" ... Your browser does not support HTML5 video. ... "
" ... It keeps crashing and I have to re-format it, losing all things that I download on it. ... "
" ... When I first tried to use it there was an issue formatting it on my Mac. ... "
" ... This drive lasted less than 1 year and has suffered a fatal error. ... "
Marketplace
29described, seller, exactly, works, thank
+76%
-24%
" ... Thank you to amazon I was able to finish my job on time and the product great quality ... "
" ... Product arrived on time and was a great deal ... "
" ... Go team Amazon🥳 ... "
" ... Exactly as promised ... "
" ... Item is exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Perfecto as described ... "
" ... Product as described. ... "
Build Quality
24dropped, drive, broke, feels like, cheap
+54%
-46%
" ... Seems pretty durable too. ... "
" ... Used this hard drive, simply dragged and dropped what i wanted and moved it over no problem. ... "
" ... The exterior case is sturdy. ... "
" ... Its quite soft and kind of squeezes on the larger area side. ... "
" ... Small and durable. ... "
" ... Use a spugger to open the outer case and a Phillips for a couple of screws. ... "
" ... Sturdy and silent - it will be sad to see them go they way of floppy disks. ... "
" ... Easy to protect in a computer bag with padded pockets. ... "
Cables
20cable, came, usb cable, usb, longer
+25%
-75%
" ... The cord detaches and can be replaced if it is ever damaged. ... The cord is short and rigid. ... "
" ... The connector is still viable to bend if mishandled. ... "
" ... So I did the smart thing and bought new micro USB cables to see if the cable was the problem only to find out that wasn't the problem. ... "
" ... I checked my progress and just barely caught the cord as I walked away. ... "
" ... Wire connector is also okayish. ... "
" ... I could not make it to work until I replaced a USB cable. ... "
" ... The wiring is CHEAP. ... "
" ... I always separated it from the laptop and even would take out the cord as I didn't want to damage the port by the cord jerking the port around. ... It keeps disconnecting while attached to my laptop, and now the inside port is popping out when I try to remove the cord from it. ... "
Sound Quality
18noises, music, sounds, noisy, making
+28%
-72%
" ... It worked great for a week or so and suddenly made grinding noises and stopped working. ... "
" ... If you’re only storing photos and music, they’re ok. ... "
" ... Had to send hard drive back because it started to make beeping noise and it no longer worked after receiving it the day same day. ... "
" ... The drive began making noise and not working after only a couple of days of use. ... "
" ... A terrible product with extremely loud voice. ... I use it for music and movie storage and the noise is so disturbing that I cannot concentrate and enjoy the media. ... I also wonder whether the noise will mean the product will break earlier than normal usable life. ... "
" ... It does tend to make humming and buzzing noises when it’s doing it’s thing. ... "
" ... Makes funny noises, too, constantly, when I am not even accessing the data on it. ... "
" ... And it's LOUD as hell to boot! ... "
Delivery
18fast delivery, arrived, time, arrived on time, working
+94%
-6%
" ... The package was good. ... "
" ... Shipped on time. ... Box in great shape. ... "
" ... Very fast delivery ... "
" ... As Advertised, Well Packed, Plug and Use, Fast Delivery ... "
" ... great product, arrived fast and just as described ... "
" ... Arrived in secure packaging. ... Delivery was on point. ... "
" ... The less than 2 hour delivery time. ... "
" ... Nice and good package ... "
Apps
16apps, support html5 video, games, files, browser
+63%
-38%
" ... I bought this external hard drive to copy and download tv shows, youtube videos and music. ... "
" ... Get a conventional hdd (or ssd) instead for these common applications. ... "
" ... After the usage of many data recovery apps, I've obtained success. ... "
" ... Works great for storing extra software- even operating systems- on. ... "
" ... My Sling App tells me they now support up to 2 TB now, but for me the 1 TB model is all I need. ... "
" ... I had to train myself to pause for a second when I save files. ... "
" ... About 120 games and apps has it just over half full. ... "
" ... However, it, like the Passport, has pre-loaded software to "simplify" the backup process. ... I imagine the ToolKit version is working well, but I cannot access the files on the drive. ... "
Fit
15screws, realized, pocket, pictures, holds
+60%
-40%
" ... it also fits perfectly into the mesh pocket in my tablet carrying case while still leaving room for my phone and camera. ... "
" ... It is so small and cute and fits in the shelve. ... "
" ... He is super excited on how much it holds!!!!! ... "
" ... They take up minimal space on my desk, they hold 2 T of music, pictures, videos, and free up my computer while keeping all of my information private. ... "
" ... Easy to protect in a computer bag with padded pockets. ... "
" ... The devices doesn’t have any screws to pen it up, it’s adhesive shut closed but I can tell you that the HDD is legit. ... "
" ... Use a spugger to open the outer case and a Phillips for a couple of screws. ... "
CD/DVD
14disk, portable, hard drive, external hard drive, disc
+71%
-29%
" ... I used the disc wizard program to do a full backup of my system drive and it took 10 minutes. ... "
" ... I use them for some data backup, but mainly to hold my DVD's (digitized so I can play any of my movies without a DVD player) and my albums (also digitized). ... "
" ... I chose this Seagate portable drive over the WD I also bought to use on my husband's PC becasue it explicitly said that it was Mac-compatible, while the WD said I'd have to reformat. ... "
" ... I would highly recommend this external hard drive. ... "
" ... This hard drive has worked out really well as an expansion to my Xbox One. ... "
" ... This portable hard drive is no exception. ... "
" ... I used Windows Disc Management. ... "
" ... Neither drive has pegged out when accessing from multiple sources using Emby . ... "
For Kids
13loves, grandson, bought, one, got
+100%
" ... Teenage step son loves this ... "
" ... Bought for Grandson. ... "
" ... I got this for my son for Christmas. ... "
" ... Use on my PS4, worked so well put one on my kids systems also. ... "
" ... I bought a small cheap labtop so my son could do his school work ... "
" ... Purchased for grandson he loves it ... "
" ... Got for my son for his xbox. ... "
" ... Got for my husband birthday he loves works perfectly ... "
USB
13usb, external hard drive, external, usb 3 0, external usb 3
+69%
-31%
" ... Great external harddrive. ... "
" ... Great little USB external drive! ... It was easy to plug in to the USB port and was quick to re-format to Mac file structure. ... "
" ... The hard drive works just as expected and transfers everything quickly, as fast as you would expect from a usb. ... "
" ... It did come with a micro USB, which I didn't see listed anywhere in the description. ... "
" ... What i LOVE of this external portable Hard Drive what is that no matter if I move the pc accidentally or literally I grab it during the data transfering process it still working perfectly. ... "
" ... This External hdd was the resolution of that conflict. ... "
" ... Small external hard drive that was easy to plug in and use. ... "
" ... Excellent external portable hard drive. ... "
Product As Described
11exactly, works, advertised
+100%
" ... Perfecto as described ... "
" ... Product as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as promised ... "
" ... It works as advertised ... "
" ... Item is exactly as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Worked as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
Resolution
10use, transfer, purchased, new, laptop
+60%
-40%
" ... Use this for my PS4 for extra HD space. ... "
" ... Fast enough to play my 1080P (Blu-Ray) & 4K movies on my laptop. ... "
" ... This External hdd was the resolution of that conflict. ... "
" ... The HD does what it is supposed to do. ... "
" ... Better than a hd! ... "
As Gift
9christmas, purchased, gave, bought, son
+100%
" ... I ordered this for my boyfriend as a belated birthday/Christmas gift and it's exactly as I ordered. ... "
" ... I gave it as a gift so I guess it's working ok for them. ... "
" ... It was a gift ... "
" ... Purchased the 2tb for my nephew as a Christmas gift . ... "
" ... I got this for my son for Christmas. ... "
" ... This was a gift and well received and useful. ... "
" ... I gave it as a gift ... "
" ... So, I already bought a 2nd one as a Christmas present. ... "
Video Playback
9store, movies, youtube, tv, shows
+67%
-33%
" ... Now, I'm using it to back-up my entire computer AND the photos and movies! ... "
" ... I use it as a backup for my photographs and videos. ... "
" ... Purchased to store digital family photos and family videos. ... "
" ... Use it to store all my videos! ... "
" ... I bought this external hard drive to copy and download tv shows, youtube videos and music. ... "
" ... This was a life saver needed this to store YouTube videos and that way it didn’t take up all the space on my MacBook cause I only have a 128 GB I would highly recommend Easy to use and very efficient ... "
Design
8sleek, product, plastic, looks, small
+75%
-25%
" ... On the surface, this product looks like a steal. ... "
" ... It is so small and cute and fits in the shelve. ... "
" ... The design is perfect and very slim. ... "
" ... Works great looks great ... "
" ... Sleek design can be carried anywhere and easy to use. ... "
Weight
7light, small, ounces, compact
+71%
-29%
" ... Surprisingly small and light weight. ... "
" ... I love how light weight it is! ... "
" ... Perfect light weight storage option for back up. ... "
" ... Light weight and compact. ... "
" ... Very handy and light weight. ... "
Volume
6noises, make, drive, spinning
-100%
" ... very loud and annoying!! ... "
" ... It is very loud and it does not even vibrate evenly. ... This drive is loud as it is constantly reminding me that it is spinning and unevenly spinning, thus it rattles. ... "
" ... A terrible product with extremely loud voice. ... "
" ... But, when the drives were accessed, both of them make very strange noises, and relatively loud. ... "
" ... And it's LOUD as hell to boot! ... "
Codecs
6formats, format, copied, works
+67%
-33%
" ... The files transferred quickly. ... "
" ... Been running non-stop for a week now - works as intended - formats easily and works as expected - ... "
" ... Copied files onto it without formatting, set up, or anything. ... "
Camera
5use, shoot, pictures, laptop, backup
+80%
-20%
" ... I use this to store videos that I shoot for editing later. ... "
" ... I use it as a backup for my photographs and videos. ... "
" ... I am in school for photography so I definitely needed one of this. ... "
" ... I can backup my entire laptop and video/pictures . ... "
Comfort
5hand, feels, would, head, cheap
+40%
-60%
" ... Feels kind of cheap. ... "
" ... It feels like it would break by the shear force of its own spin. ... "
" ... When it works it’s great but when it doesn’t it’s a real pain. ... "
Charging
4charger, charge
+75%
-25%
" ... I have so many 6” length usb cords now for different things, like the charger for the doorbell ring. ... "
" ... It holds a charge longer that any other power bank that I have used. ... It also charges devices faster. ... "
" ... But it'll be better if the seller is able to provide a small bag to wrap the drive and charger line. ... "
For Travel
3size, easy
+100%
" ... Size is great for traveling. ... "
" ... I think it works well and is easy to travel with. ... "
" ... It will see a lot of travel. ... "
Capacity
3+100%
" ... I work in a home office. ... "
" ... with 5T no worries about having enough room, no need to compress. ... "
Packing
3package, original, good, arrived
+100%
" ... New to me is 100% Original packaging. ... "
" ... The package was good. ... "
" ... Arrived in secure packaging. ... "
Original Product
3packaging
+67%
-33%
" ... Best to get two and duplicate everything . ... "
" ... New to me is 100% Original packaging. ... "
Features
3+67%
-33%
" ... auto backups all the time. ... "
" ... Now offers a voluntary mirror (pseudo raid) utility to protect data as you work - nice feature. ... "
Call quality
3loud, call
-100%
" ... A terrible product with extremely loud voice. ... "
" ... I tried the chat line, email, and phone. ... "
" ... I call B***S***. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 18 meters
Connectivity
USB: Yes
Number of USB ports: 3
Memory
Memory: 5242880 GB
5242880 GB
MEMORY
Yes
USB
18 meters
SIZE
3
NUMBER OF USB PORTS