5 Carat Round Natural Diamond Prices Comparison
As of April 2026, 5 carat round natural diamonds usually range from $3,736 to $337,742, with an average price of $103,934.In the last month, prices for these diamonds are down 0.2%.Compare 301 verified listings across 7 retailers tracked by CaratRadar.
5 Carat Round Natural Diamond Market Overview
CaratRadar currently tracks 301 verified 5-carat round natural diamonds listed across 7 online retailers. Prices in this segment range from $3,736 to $337,742, with an average asking price of $103,934 and a median of $93,420.
The price spread of $334,006 (98.9% 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.
301 diamonds tracked in this segment
Price range: $3,736 to $337,742
Average price: $103,934
Median price: $93,420
Available across 7 retailers
Savings potential: up to 98.9%
Price Range Overview
As of Apr 14, 2026Real market range for this carat, shape, and diamond type.
301
$3,736
$103,934
$93,420
$337,742
Price History
Price Comparison Matrix
Live Listings
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GIA | 5ct | Round | G | SI1 | Ideal
From $91,210
Compare at $91,838
GIA | 5ct | Round | I | VS2 | Excellent
From $101,641
Compare at $103,809
Save 12.5%GIA | 5ct | Round | J | SI2 | Very Good
From $89,001
Compare at $101,668
Save 20.7%GIA | 5ct | Round | I | VS2 | Very Good
From $78,540
Compare at $99,023
Save 15.7%GIA | 5ct | Round | J | SI1 | Excellent
From $62,730
Compare at $74,388
Save 10.6%GIA | 5ct | Round | D | VVS1 | Good
From $236,056
Compare at $264,035
Save 24.7%GIA | 5ct | Round | K | SI2 | Ideal
From $49,034
Compare at $65,098
Save 16%GIA | 5ct | Round | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $117,324
Compare at $139,623
Save 24%GIA | 5ct | Round | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $106,394
Compare at $140,050
GIA | 5ct | Round | D | FL | Ideal
From $290,058
Compare at $317,731
Save 39.1%GIA | 5ct | Round | D | VS2 | Ideal
From $180,096
Compare at $295,568
GIA | 5ct | Round | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $98,633
Compare at $104,038
GIA | 5ct | Round | I | VS1 | Ideal
From $105,229
Compare at $114,180
GIA | 5ct | Round | E | VS2 | Excellent
From $174,799
Compare at $176,228
GIA | 5ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $130,878
Compare at $139,895
Save 29.3%GIA | 5ct | Round | E | SI2 | Very Good
From $72,697
Compare at $102,880
Save 12.9%GIA | 5ct | Round | D | IF | Excellent
From $256,019
Compare at $293,825
Save 16.8%GIA | 5ct | Round | J | VVS1 | Ideal
From $68,160
Compare at $81,895
IGI | 5ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $82,341
Compare at $90,276
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $117,631
Compare at $138,833
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | F | VS2 | Excellent
From $190,799
Compare at $225,146
Save 17.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $131,126
Compare at $159,386
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | G | SI1 | Excellent
From $110,465
Compare at $112,155
Save 38.4%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | D | SI2 | Ideal
From $90,923
Compare at $147,715
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | D | SI1 | Ideal
From $143,118
Compare at $154,913
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | E | VS1 | Excellent
From $154,104
Compare at $169,792
Save 11.8%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | D | SI1 | Excellent
From $136,260
Compare at $154,451
Save 13.8%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $103,448
Compare at $120,055
Save 29.3%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | VS1 | Excellent
From $58,620
Compare at $82,959
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | VS2 | Excellent
From $81,269
Compare at $87,744
Save 27.2%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | F | SI2 | Ideal
From $81,687
Compare at $112,263
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | D | SI2 | Excellent
From $105,062
Compare at $126,781
Save 26%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | E | SI1 | Excellent
From $129,601
Compare at $175,100
Save 14.1%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | I | SI1 | Ideal
From $69,711
Compare at $81,117
Save 24%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | VS1 | Excellent
From $78,507
Compare at $103,240
Save 22.8%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | F | VVS2 | Excellent
From $181,949
Compare at $235,790
Save 15%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | I | SI2 | Excellent
From $47,284
Compare at $55,615
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | H | VS1 | Excellent
From $110,730
Compare at $114,587
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $55,864
Compare at $57,849
Save 16.9%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | J | SI1 | Ideal
From $56,390
Compare at $67,831
Save 14.6%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | I | VVS2 | Excellent
From $152,899
Compare at $178,963
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | G | VS2 | Excellent
From $119,249
Compare at $129,411
Save 16.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Very Good
From $47,059
Compare at $56,468
Save 16.1%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | F | SI2 | Excellent
From $91,094
Compare at $108,594
Save 15.2%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | F | VS2 | Very Good
From $147,882
Compare at $174,433
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | E | SI2 | Excellent
From $112,398
Compare at $135,629
GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | SI2 | Excellent
From $47,308
Compare at $51,418
Save 16.7%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | K | SI1 | Excellent
From $49,041
Compare at $58,852
Save 14.5%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | F | SI1 | Excellent
From $114,528
Compare at $134,020
Save 29.3%GIA | 5.01ct | Round | L | VS2 | Excellent
From $45,631
Compare at $64,576
Entry pricing in this category starts around $3,736.
What to Know When Shopping for 5 Carat Round Natural Diamonds
- Always compare identical certified diamonds across retailers. Identical certificate numbers can have price differences of $334,006 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 $93,420 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.
- Compare natural vs. lab-grown options for the same carat and shape. Lab-grown diamonds are chemically identical but often 30-50% less expensive.
- 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 301 comparable stones in this segment. Prices start around $3,736 and go up to $337,742.
Based on the latest market data, the average asking price is about $103,934 with a median around $93,420.
The observed spread is roughly $334,006 across tracked listings, which is about 98.9% 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 $93,420, 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 7 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 $334,006 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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