Comparing: WD Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX-001CA0 vs HGST HTS545050A7E362
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: WD Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX-001CA0 and HGST HTS545050A7E362, 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.
WD Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX-001CA0
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | WDC WD3200AAKX-001CA0 |
| Capacity: | 320GB |
| Interface: | SATA-III 6Gbps |
HGST HTS545050A7E362
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | APPLE HDD HTS545050A7E362 |
| Capacity: | 500 GB |
| Interface: | SATA-II 3Gbps |
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 | WD Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX-001CA0 | HGST HTS545050A7E362 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Western Digital | HGST |
| Format | HDD 3.5 | HDD 2.5 |
| Capacity | 320GB | 500 GB |
| Interface | SATA-III 6Gbps | SATA-II 3Gbps |
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 | WD Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX-001CA0 | HGST HTS545050A7E362 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 107.58 MB/s Write: 105.50 MB/s |
Read: 97.28 MB/s Write: 50.47 MB/s |
Submission Comparison Chart
This chart visualizes the benchmark scores comparison between two hardware devices based on submitted data.
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About Hardware WD Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX-001CA0
The WDC WD3200AAKX-001CA0 is a 3.5-inch HDD with a capacity of 320GB, using a 6Gbps SATA interface. This HDD has a rotation speed of 7200 RPM, which provides better performance than 5400 RPM HDDs, especially for use in desktop PCs.
With 16MB of cache, this HDD offers sufficient transfer speeds for everyday computing needs, such as document storage, applications, and light games.
Tuesday, 07 March 2023 10:02:46 | Update: 2 months ago
About Hardware HGST HTS545050A7E362
The HGST HTS545050A7E362 is a 2.5-inch hard disk drive (HDD) with 500 GB of storage capacity, designed specifically for the storage needs of laptop devices and other portable computing systems. It uses a SATA II (3 Gb/s) interface and operates at a rotational speed of 5400 RPM, making it a power-efficient solution with low noise levels.
Known for the reliability and durability of the HGST product line (a subsidiary of Western Digital), this model offers stable performance for everyday use such as storing documents, multimedia, and light applications. The 8 MB buffer cache helps improve data transfer efficiency in regular use.
With its small form factor and good energy efficiency, the HTS545050A7E362 is a popular choice for laptops, notebooks, and use in external storage systems
Hardware Test:
Testing using a USB 3.0 HDD Enclosure with Orico brand and using IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 Laptop (i5-1135g7, MX350, 12GB RAM, 512GB NVMe, USB 3.1 Gen 1, Windows 11).
Friday, 11 April 2025 19:16:37 | Update: 3 weeks ago