Foreword
I recently purchased Seagate's 2TB hard drive back in April, but after some issues, I decided to upgrade. Stability has always been my priority since my home computer doesn't require top-notch speed. However, the recent problems made me rethink my setup. Alongside upgrading, I also decided to add another hard drive.
Reasons for Purchase
This is my second 5TB hard drive. Honestly, I didn’t have much to say about it other than the fact that I enjoy playing some games and storing files.
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The delivery guy mentioned it would arrive soon, so I waited in the same spot for an hour under the scorching sun. Everyone knows how tough it is out there, so kudos to all the couriers!
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The long-awaited 5TB drive finally arrived. While 8TB might be cheaper later during Black Friday, 5TB is sufficient for now.
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Unboxing the drive revealed the usual contents: the hard drive itself, manual, charger, and data cable.
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Why does some packaging come with various charging plugs while others don’t? I recall older versions had fewer accessories, but I’m not sure why the box feels so large now.
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The mirrored design is interesting—almost levered. Could this be an intentional aesthetic choice? It doubles as a mirror, but unfortunately, it’s a fingerprint magnet. Should I cover it with a screen protector or tape?
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The dense thermal holes make me nervous, especially since I work in such a dusty environment. Maybe investing in an air purifier is a good idea.
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Same old USB 3.0 interface and charging port.
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If you don’t handle it carefully, you’ll scratch it easily.
Experience and Feelings
I’ve been using Seagate hard drives and Rui Wing core products for years, moving from 1TB to 2TB and now 5TB. Generally, they’ve been reliable, though some users report noise issues. Occasionally, the sound is low, but it hasn’t been a major issue. This mirrored design is quite frustrating—it collects fingerprints easily. Compared to the previous version, aside from the mirror finish and dense thermal holes, there’s not much difference. Still, the old version feels more practical to me. Unfortunately, this one doesn’t support XP anymore. My next goal is to jump to 8TB and keep cheering myself on.
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In conclusion, while the new 5TB model is decent, I prefer the older version due to its simplicity and reliability. I’ll wait for the right time to upgrade to 8TB, but for now, 5TB works fine for my needs.
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