Comparing: Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK vs HGST HTS545050A7E680
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK and HGST HTS545050A7E680, 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.
Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK |
| Capacity: | 4GB |
| Interface: | USB 2.0 |
HGST HTS545050A7E680
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | HGST HTS545050A7E680 |
| Capacity: | 500 GB |
| 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 | Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK | HGST HTS545050A7E680 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony / SMI | HGST |
| Format | USB FlashDrive | HDD 2.5 |
| Capacity | 4GB | 500 GB |
| Interface | USB 2.0 | 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 | Sony Vaio 4GB / SMI USB DISK | HGST HTS545050A7E680 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AS-SSD |
Read: 24.72 MB/s Write: 8.28 MB/s |
Read: 102.06 MB/s Write: 94.96 MB/s |
| 2 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 26.54 MB/s Write: 8.56 MB/s |
Read: 102.40 MB/s Write: 101.45 MB/s |
| 3 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 24.65 MB/s Write: 8.54 MB/s |
Read: 100.83 MB/s Write: 40.53 MB/s |
| 4 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 24.74 MB/s Write: 9.42 MB/s |
Read: 108.05 MB/s Write: 104.88 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 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: 3 weeks ago
About Hardware HGST HTS545050A7E680
The HGST HTS545050A7E680 is a 500GB hard disk drive (HDD) designed for storage needs in laptops, external enclosures, and other mobile devices. With a 2.5-inch form factor, 5400 RPM rotation speed, and 3.0Gbps SATA II interface, this HDD offers an ideal blend of capacity, power efficiency, and stable and quiet performance for everyday computing needs.
Based on the Travelstar Z5K500 family, this HDD uses 1 platter and 2 heads, which structurally supports reasonably efficient performance without generating excess heat or noise. The 8MB buffer cache provides a speed boost in short data processing, which is especially useful for light activities such as opening document files, playing videos, and storing business application data.
In tests using a USB 3.0 HDD enclosure connected to a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 laptop (with Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor and 12GB DDR4 dual-channel RAM), the drive recorded CrystalDiskMark scores of 108.05 MB/s read and 104.88 MB/s write speeds. Meanwhile, the ATTO Disk Benchmark (64M) test showed read performance of 102.40 MB/s and write performance of 101.45 MB/s - relatively good results for a 5400 RPM HDD in an external configuration.
While not an SSD, the HGST HTS545050A7E680 still offers high reliability and low power consumption, making it a suitable solution for users who need additional storage or an affordable replacement for an internal HDD while still prioritizing long-term stability. In addition, HGST's shock resistance feature provides extra protection against minor physical impacts that often occur on mobile devices.
Overall, the HGST HTS545050A7E680 is a great choice for laptop users, light content creators or business users who require medium capacity, low power consumption and reliable performance in a portable or internal drive.
Device test (testbed):
Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 (using HDD Enclosure USB 3.0)
CPU: i5 1135G7
USB: USB 3.1 Gen 1
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2
Saturday, 04 November 2023 13:01:20 | Update: 2 weeks ago