Alternative to 5048601: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 5048601 (005048601 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM Hard Drive) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar EMC 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 5048601
| SKU | 5048601 |
|---|---|
| Product | 005048601 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM Hard Drive |
| Current price | $1,560.21 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 5048601 › |
Alternatives to 5048601
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.
X-DD6-HDD-500GB-3G - EMC 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: X-DD6-HDD-500GB-3G
Price: $250.53
1180-32497 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM Fibre Channel 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
SKU: 1180-32497
Price: $140.74
5048697 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive (SATA to Fiber Channel Interposer) for CLARiiON CX Series Storage Systems
SKU: 5048697
Price: $160.55
118032497-A04 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3GB/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive (SATA to Fiber Channel Interposer) for CLARiiON CX Series Storage Systems
SKU: 118032497-A04
Price: $165.79
118032497A04 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive with tray
SKU: 118032497A04
Price: $165.79
NS-2G72-500U - EMC 500GB 7200RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive for CLARiiON CX Series Storage System
SKU: NS-2G72-500U
Price: $170.93
118032512-A02 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive for CLARiiON CX Series Storage System
SKU: 118032512-A02
Price: $170.93
CX-2G72-500 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM Fiber Channel 2GB/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive for CLARiiON CX Series Storage System
SKU: CX-2G72-500
Price: $172.42
118-032-512 - EMC 500GB 7200RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 118-032-512
Price: $182.37
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.