Seagate BarraCuda against Seagate IronWolf
Seagate IronWolf leads on the overall index. Typical prices, not live ones.
The verdict
- The Seagate IronWolf scores 17% higher on the ScoutSpecs index.
- The Seagate BarraCuda typically costs $114 less.
- Per dollar, the Seagate BarraCuda is the better buy: 21.8 points per $100 against 8.3.
Head to head
| Measure | Seagate BarraCuda | Seagate IronWolf | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 12 | 14 | 2 ptsright |
| Value, points per $100 | 21.8 | 8.3 | 163%left |
| Typical price | $55 | $169 | $114left |
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 8000 GB | 300%right |
| Sequential read | 220 MB/s | 240 MB/s | 9%right |
| Sequential write | 220 MB/s | 240 MB/s | 9%right |
Specifications
| Spec | Seagate BarraCuda | Seagate IronWolf |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | Hard drive | Hard drive |
| Capacity | 2 TB | 8 TB |
| Sequential read | 220 MB/s | 240 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 220 MB/s | 240 MB/s |
| DRAM cache | No | No |
| Brand | Seagate | Seagate |
| Released | 2016 | 2020 |
| Typical price | $55 | $169 |