Comparing: Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C vs Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C and Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK, 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.
Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C |
| Capacity: | 320 GB |
| Interface: | SATA-II 3Gbps |
Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK |
| Capacity: | 4GB |
| Interface: | USB 2.0 |
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 | Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C | Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Seagate | Sony / SMI |
| Format | HDD 2.5 | USB FlashDrive |
| Capacity | 320 GB | 4GB |
| Interface | SATA-II 3Gbps | USB 2.0 |
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 | Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C | Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AS-SSD |
Read: 54.55 MB/s Write: 52.68 MB/s |
Read: 24.72 MB/s Write: 8.28 MB/s |
| 2 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 51.51 MB/s Write: 50.44 MB/s |
Read: 26.54 MB/s Write: 8.56 MB/s |
| 3 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 59.23 MB/s Write: 42.67 MB/s |
Read: 24.65 MB/s Write: 8.54 MB/s |
| 4 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 84.67 MB/s Write: 83.84 MB/s |
Read: 24.74 MB/s Write: 9.42 MB/s |
Submission Comparison Chart
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About Hardware Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C
Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C is a 320GB capacity hard disk drive (HDD) with a slim 2.5-inch form factor, ideal for laptops, notebooks and other portable systems. Designed using a SATA II (3Gbps) interface and a rotation speed of 5400 RPM, this HDD emphasizes power efficiency and quieter operation compared to higher-speed HDDs.
It uses 1 platter and 2 read/write heads, a common configuration for 320GB capacity, with light weight and low power consumption-suitable for mobile devices. Equipped with 16MB of buffer cache, its performance is sufficient for daily tasks such as saving documents, running light applications, or storing multimedia files.
This Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C performance test was conducted using an HP 1000 1b05AU laptop that still relies on 4GB DDR3 Single Channel RAM with two DIMM slots. The operating system used during the test was Windows 7 64-bit, which is a typical environment for entry-level laptops in this era of HDD usage. The hardware combination reflects the real usage scenarios of older generation laptop users who still rely on mechanical hard disks as the primary storage medium.
In tests using CrystalDiskMark benchmark software, the Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C hard disk recorded a fairly stable performance for the 5400 RPM HDD class. The sequential read speed reached 84.67 MB/s, while the sequential write speed stood at 83.84 MB/s. These results show that despite being an older generation HDD with modest specifications, its performance is still adequate for everyday light computing needs such as document storage and media playback.
Although its performance falls short of modern SSDs, the Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C remains a reliable and cost-effective choice for users who need additional internal storage on older laptops, educational systems, or as external media (with a USB case). Its compact size and low power consumption also make it suitable for use in netbooks and other energy-efficient devices.
Device Test:
Device: HP 1000 1b05au
RAM: 4GB DDR3 Single Channel 2 DIMM
OS: Windows 7
Wednesday, 26 December 2012 14:27:32 | Update: 1 day ago
About Hardware Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK
The Sony Vaio 4GB/SMI USB DISK is a small capacity 4GB flash drive, which is more commonly found in older devices or used for basic purposes such as storing small document files or important file systems. Despite the “Sony Vaio” name, this flash drive actually falls into the unbranded or OEM universal drive category, as there is no official manufacturer that clearly identifies this product.
This flash drive is known as a native capacity fake USB, which means that while it may physically resemble a large capacity, it actually only has 4GB of usable storage space. With such a significant capacity limitation compared to today's standards, this flash drive still has a role to play in specialized applications, such as a lightweight operating system installation media, recovery tool, or as a configuration file store.
Tests were conducted using a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 device, 12GB DDR4 Dual Channel RAM, Windows 11 22H2 operating system, and a USB 3.1 Gen 1 port. Based on tests with CrystalDiskMark, this flash drive recorded a read speed of 24.74 MB/s and a write speed of 9.42 MB/s, which is low but sufficient for basic use that does not require large amounts of data transfer.
Device Test:
Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2
USB: USB 3.1 Gen 1
Thursday, 16 October 2014 21:44:19 | Update: 22 hours ago