Comparing: TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN vs PNY CS900 250GB
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN and PNY CS900 250GB, using synthetic benchmark tests to evaluate their overall performance. This side-by-side comparison helps users understand which hardware delivers better value, speed, and efficiency based on standardized testing. Whether you're building a new system or upgrading an existing one, this benchmark-driven evaluation offers valuable insights to guide your decision.
TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN |
| Capacity: | 640GB |
| Interface: | SATA-II 3Gbps |
PNY CS900 250GB
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | PNY CS900 250GB |
| Capacity: | 250GB |
| Interface: | SATA-III 6Gbps |
Specification Comparison Table
This specification comparison presents technical details of several devices or components to help you understand the key differences between each option. Use this table as a reference to determine which device best suits your needs.
| Specification | TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN | PNY CS900 250GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | TOSHIBA | PNY |
| Format | HDD 2.5 | SSD 2.5 |
| Capacity | 640GB | 250GB |
| Interface | SATA-II 3Gbps | SATA-III 6Gbps |
Submission Comparison Table
This submission comparison table displays the number and details of benchmark data submissions from various devices or components. This information helps you understand the performance based on the benchmarks that have been tested, as well as providing an overview of the consistency and popularity of the available benchmark results.
| No. | Benchmark Software | TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN | PNY CS900 250GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AS-SSD |
Read: 66.98 MB/s Write: 55.60 MB/s |
Read: 444.94 MB/s Write: 397.23 MB/s |
| 2 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 35.61 MB/s Write: 34.36 MB/s |
Read: 542.37 MB/s Write: 505.26 MB/s |
| 3 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 66.32 MB/s Write: 46.12 MB/s |
Read: 415.87 MB/s Write: 214.49 MB/s |
| 4 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 92.45 MB/s Write: 86.30 MB/s |
Read: 535.26 MB/s Write: 478.16 MB/s |
Submission Comparison Chart
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About Hardware TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN
The TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN is a thick 2.5-inch hard disk with 640GB of storage capacity, designed to meet the needs of laptops and external storage devices. This HDD uses a SATA II (3.0 Gbps) interface and operates at a rotational speed of 5400 RPM, resulting in a blend of power efficiency and storage capacity large enough for everyday needs.
Equipped with an 8MB cache buffer, the TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN is capable of handling light tasks such as storing documents, multimedia files, and running simple applications. Although its read and write speeds are not as fast as modern SSDs, this HDD is still a reliable and cost-effective storage solution, especially for users of older laptops or HDD-based systems that are still in good working order.
Physically, the drive typically uses two platters and four heads, which is common in mid-capacity HDDs like the 640GB. The drive also performed quite stably in speed testing, using the CrystalDiskMark application, the Hard Drive achieved a sequential read of 92.45 MB/s and a sequential write of 86.30 MB/s, depending on system conditions and data fragmentation.
Tests were conducted using an HP 1000 1b05au Laptop using a DVD Slot (HDD Caddy) and for CrystalDiskMark testing using a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 Laptop using a USB 3.0 HDD Enclosure, thus reflecting real performance in everyday usage scenarios. With the combination of large capacity and low power consumption, TOSHIBA MK6465GSXN is an ideal choice for users who want large-capacity internal storage without sacrificing power efficiency, such as for data backup, multimedia files, or secondary operating systems.
Device Test:
Device: HP 1000 1b05au (HDD Caddy), IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 (HDD Enclosure)
Specs: E1-1200, 4GB RAM, SATA-II, Win7 | i5-1135G7, 12GB RAM, USB 3.0
Saturday, 06 June 2020 11:11:25 | Update: 22 hours ago
About Hardware PNY CS900 250GB
The PNY CS900 250GB is a SATA III (6Gbps) SSD designed as an affordable upgrade solution for users still using hard disk drives (HDDs). Utilizing 3D NAND flash memory, this SSD delivers major improvements in read and write speeds, power efficiency and operational reliability for everyday computing needs.
It is capable of achieving read speeds of up to 535MB/s and write speeds of up to 500MB/s, making it ideal for speeding up operating system boot times, streamlining application launches and accelerating file transfer processes. Compared to conventional HDDs, the performance improvements offered by the CS900 are very noticeable, especially on systems with limited specifications.
The test was conducted using an HP 1000 1b05AU laptop equipped with an AMD E1-1200 processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM, and Windows 7 64-bit operating system. This laptop supports SATA-III, so it can utilize the maximum bandwidth of the CS900. Although the test system is in the low-end category, the performance improvement after switching from HDD to SSD is significant.
In performance testing, the PNY CS900 250GB showed quite impressive results for the SATA SSD class. Using CrystalDiskMark software, read speeds were recorded at 535.26 MB/s and write speeds reached 478.16 MB/s, reflecting optimal performance on the SATA III interface. Meanwhile, tests using AS-SSD Benchmark recorded read speeds of 444.94 MB/s and write speeds of 397.23 MB/s, showing good performance consistency for various daily usage scenarios such as system booting, opening applications and transferring large files.
The PNY CS900 also offers the added benefits of silent operation, low power consumption and better shock resistance than HDDs, making it a great choice for laptop users who need a reliable and power-efficient storage solution.
With its 2.5-inch form factor and SATA III interface, this SSD is highly compatible with the majority of laptops and desktops, both old and new systems. The PNY CS900 250GB is an economical upgrade option that still delivers high performance for basic productivity, entertainment and everyday use.
Device Test:
Device: HP 1000 1b05au
CPU: AMD E1-1200
RAM: 4GB DDR3
OS: Windows 7
SATA-III
Tuesday, 31 January 2023 05:42:07 | Update: 19 hours ago