As demand for high-capacity storage surges globally, enterprise clients are increasingly asking: How much does a 100TB SSD cost? With Seagate leading innovations in enterprise-grade solid-state drives, we break down 2025 market prices, performance benchmarks, and smart procurement strategies for bulk buyers.
1. 2025 Price Analysis: 100TB SSDs from Seagate and Competitors
The average cost of a 100TB enterprise SSD in Q2 2025 ranges between $8,000-$12,000, varying by technology and brand. Seagate’s Exos X100 (100.8TB, 2.5″ U.2) dominates the mid-range at $9,500 with 3,400MB/s sequential read speeds and 3DWPD endurance. Competitors like Samsung’s PM1653 (100TB, $11,200) offer slightly faster writes but at a 15% premium. For budget-focused projects, used/refurbished 100TB SSDs from certified vendors start at $6,800.
Key Specifications Affecting Price:
- Interface: U.2 ($9,000-$11,000) vs. EDSFF ($10,500-$12,500)
- Endurance: 1DWPD (cheaper) vs. 3DWPD (enterprise-grade)
- NAND Type: TLC (85% of market) vs. QLC (18% cheaper but lower endurance)
2. Seagate Exos X100 vs. HDDs: When Does SSD Make Financial Sense?
A common follow-up question is whether 100TB HDDs (like Seagate’s Exos X20 at $2,300/disk) are better for cost-sensitive projects. While HDDs win on $/TB ($23 vs. $95 for SSDs), SSDs reduce TCO in scenarios requiring:
- High IOPS applications (SSDs deliver 500x more random read ops)
- Energy efficiency (SSDs consume 60% less power per TB)
- Rack space optimization (1PB requires 42U with HDDs vs. 8U with SSDs)
3. Future-Proofing Your Investment: QLC vs. PLC NAND Trends
Looking beyond 2025, Seagate’s roadmap reveals QLC-based 200TB SSDs entering sampling, with PLC (5-bit/cell) drives expected by 2027. Current QLC 100TB drives (e.g., Solidigm D5-P5430 at $8,200) trade endurance (0.7DWPD) for affordability, ideal for cold storage. Enterprise buyers should:
- Evaluate workload patterns before choosing NAND type
- Negotiate upgrade clauses with suppliers for tech transitions
- Leverage RAID configurations to extend QLC SSD lifespan
Why Global Buyers Choose HUAYI INTERNATIONAL: As Seagate’s premier enterprise SSD distributor, we guarantee authentic hardware with full warranty validation. Our direct supply chain cuts costs by 8-12% versus resellers, while 24/7 SLA-backed support ensures uninterrupted operations. Request a 2025 bulk quote today to lock in competitive pricing on 100TB Exos X100 deployments.
