5 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond Prices Comparison
As of February 2026, 5 carat round lab grown diamonds usually range from $879 to $316,913, with an average price of $2,421.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 3.5%.Compare 3,950 verified listings across 12 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 3,950 verified 5-carat round lab grown diamonds listed across 12 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $879 to $316,913, with an average asking price of $2,421 and a median of $1,489.
The price spread of $316,034 (99.7% from highest to lowest) highlights why comparing identical certified diamonds across multiple retailers matters. Two identical certified diamonds can differ by hundreds or even thousands of dollars depending on the retailer.
These figures are based on our latest daily market data, matched by certification lab and certificate number across retailers, so you are comparing the exact same diamond.
3,950 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $879 to $316,913
Average price: $2,421
Median price: $1,489
Available across 12 retailers
Savings potential: up to 99.7%
Price Range Overview
As of Feb 28, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
3,950
$879
$2,421
$1,489
$316,913
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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IGISave 67.3%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,344
Compare at $4,115
IGISave 52.4%4.96ct | Round | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,185
Compare at $2,489
IGISave 90.9%4.96ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Very Good
From $1,149
Compare at $12,610
IGISave 83.7%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $992
Compare at $6,070
IGISave 83.2%4.96ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,000
Compare at $5,950
IGISave 92%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,266
Compare at $15,850
IGISave 86.5%4.96ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,704
Compare at $12,610
IGISave 66%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,208
Compare at $3,550
IGISave 90.6%4.96ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,188
Compare at $12,660
IGISave 72.4%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,178
Compare at $4,265
IGISave 78.2%4.96ct | Round | G | VVS2 | Excellent
From $2,350
Compare at $10,790
GIASave 67.7%4.96ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Excellent
From $6,827
Compare at $21,125
IGISave 53.9%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $3,281
Compare at $7,120
IGISave 83.6%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $976
Compare at $5,950
IGISave 86%4.96ct | Round | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $1,096
Compare at $7,840
IGISave 83.6%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $984
Compare at $6,010
IGISave 68.3%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,960
Compare at $6,190
IGISave 91.4%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,205
Compare at $14,050
IGISave 59.3%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,432
Compare at $3,515
IGISave 89.8%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,253
Compare at $12,310
IGISave 84.3%4.96ct | Round | F | VVS1 | Ideal
From $2,340
Compare at $14,900
IGISave 65.9%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,198
Compare at $3,515
IGISave 91.7%4.96ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,276
Compare at $15,370
IGISave 65.9%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,198
Compare at $3,515
IGISave 63.5%4.96ct | Round | D | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,678
Compare at $4,592
IGISave 65.9%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,198
Compare at $3,515
GIASave 18.3%4.96ct | Round | D | FL | Ideal
From $46,920
Compare at $57,422
IGISave 67.3%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,344
Compare at $4,115
IGISave 68.6%4.96ct | Round | D | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,590
Compare at $5,055
IGISave 82.8%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,022
Compare at $5,950
IGISave 91%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,268
Compare at $14,110
IGISave 90.8%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,298
Compare at $14,120
IGISave 66%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,208
Compare at $3,550
IGISave 65.9%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Ideal
From $1,198
Compare at $3,515
IGISave 59.3%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,414
Compare at $3,474
IGISave 69.6%4.96ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,100
Compare at $3,620
IGISave 66.8%4.96ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,282
Compare at $3,865
IGISave 65.1%4.96ct | Round | F | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,314
Compare at $3,765
IGISave 59.3%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,432
Compare at $3,515
IGISave 72.6%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,168
Compare at $4,265
IGISave 65.4%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,289
Compare at $3,727
IGISave 76.2%4.96ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $3,001
Compare at $12,610
IGISave 59.3%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,414
Compare at $3,474
IGISave 76%4.96ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,168
Compare at $4,860
IGISave 88.6%4.96ct | Round | F | VS2 | Ideal
From $1,327
Compare at $11,680
IGISave 90.7%4.96ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $1,151
Compare at $12,350
IGISave 81.7%4.96ct | Round | G | VS1 | Ideal
From $1,080
Compare at $5,900
IGISave 84.3%4.96ct | Round | E | VVS2 | Excellent
From $1,324
Compare at $8,410
GIASave 81.2%4.96ct | Round | H | VS2 | Excellent
From $1,952
Compare at $10,370
GIASave 77.5%4.96ct | Round | D | IF | Ideal
From $13,805
Compare at $61,380
Entry pricing in this category starts around $879.
What to Know When Shopping for 5 Carat Round Lab Grown Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $316,034 or more.
- Focus on the 4Cs that matter most to you. Color and clarity grades drive price more than cut in many segments, but cut affects sparkle the most.
- The median price of $1,489 is a useful benchmark. If you see a deal significantly below this, verify the retailer's reputation and return policy.
- Consider eye-clean alternatives. Moving one clarity grade down (e.g., VS2 to SI1) can save 10-15% with no visible difference to the naked eye.
- Lab-grown diamonds offer excellent value. Ensure the stone comes with a GIA or IGI certificate confirming it is laboratory-grown.
- Check shipping, insurance, and return policies. The lowest sticker price is not always the best deal once you factor in total cost of purchase.
- Round brilliants command a premium due to higher rough waste during cutting. If budget matters, consider oval or cushion shapes for similar visual size.
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently track 3,950 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $879 and go up to $316,913.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $2,421 with a median around $1,489.
The observed spread is roughly $316,034 across tracked listings, which is about 99.7% from highest to lowest offer in this bucket.
We refresh pricing data daily so these pages stay current with market changes.
Based on our data, the median price is $1,489, which represents the midpoint of the market. Anything below this figure from a reputable retailer is a solid deal.
We currently track this stone category across 12 online retailers, giving you a broad view of the competitive landscape.
For most buyers, color differences below G are hard to detect once set in a ring. Clarity grades of VS2 and above are typically eye-clean. Prioritize cut quality for maximum brilliance, then balance color and clarity based on your budget.
Retailer pricing strategies, overhead costs, and margin targets all contribute. The exact certified diamond can differ by $316,034 across sellers, which is why direct certified-diamond comparison is essential.
We match diamonds across retailers by their certification lab and certificate number. This means the prices you see are for the exact same physical diamond, not just stones with similar specs. It is a true apples-to-apples comparison.
Diamond prices fluctuate based on supply and demand. Our data refreshes regularly so you can track trends over time. Use the price range on this page as a benchmark and compare it to historical averages when available.
Diamond Terminology
- Carat
- A unit of weight for diamonds equal to 200 milligrams. Larger carat weights are exponentially rarer, which is why prices increase non-linearly with size.
- Cut
- Refers to how well a diamond's facets interact with light. Cut quality ranges from Ideal to Poor and is the single biggest factor affecting a diamond's brilliance.
- Color
- Grades a diamond's lack of color on a scale from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow). Grades D-F are considered colorless; G-J are near-colorless and offer good value.
- Clarity
- Measures the presence of internal inclusions or surface blemishes. Grades range from Flawless (FL) to Included (I3). Most inclusions in VS2 and above are invisible to the naked eye.
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