Alternative to 1FK178-568: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 1FK178-568 (1FK178-568 - Seagate 5TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Seagate parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the 1FK178-568
| SKU | 1FK178-568 |
|---|---|
| Product | 1FK178-568 - Seagate 5TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $645.76 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 1FK178-568 › |
Alternatives to 1FK178-568
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
9VT15L-568 - Seagate BarraCuda Green 1.5TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9VT15L-568
Price: $376.25
9TN15R-568 - Seagate BarraCuda Green 1.5TB 5900RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9TN15R-568
Price: $232.82
1N917X-568 - Seagate Archive 6TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache (CE) 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 1N917X-568
Price: $791.83
ST5000AS0011 - Seagate ARCHIVE HDD 5TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST5000AS0011
Price: $197.37
1L5178-002 - Seagate 5TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 1L5178-002
Price: $358.08
1FK178-300 - Seagate 5TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache (CE) 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 1FK178-300
Price: $695.91
ST5000AS0001 - Seagate Archive 5TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache SED 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST5000AS0001
Price: $714.97
ST5000DM002 - Seagate 5TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 128MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST5000DM002
Price: $752.24
1F2168-568 - Seagate 4TB 5900RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache (RoHS) 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 1F2168-568
Price: $480.21
9TN142-568 - Seagate BarraCuda LP 500GB 5900RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9TN142-568
Price: $409.26
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.