Comparing: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 vs SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go OTG USB Type-C USB 3.1 128GB
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 and SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go OTG USB Type-C USB 3.1 128GB, 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.
Hitachi HTS545050B9A300
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 |
| Capacity: | 500GB |
| Interface: | SATA-II 3Gbps |
SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go OTG USB Type-C USB 3.1 128GB
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Ultra Dual Drive Go OTG USB Type-C USB 3.1 128GB |
| Capacity: | 128GB |
| Interface: | USB Type-A 3.1 Gen 1 & USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 1 |
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 | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 | SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go OTG USB Type-C USB 3.1 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Hitachi | SanDisk |
| Format | HDD 2.5 | USB FlashDrive |
| Capacity | 500GB | 128GB |
| Interface | SATA-II 3Gbps | USB Type-A 3.1 Gen 1 & USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 1 |
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 | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 | SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go OTG USB Type-C USB 3.1 128GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AS-SSD |
Read: 64.13 MB/s Write: 63.27 MB/s |
Read: 147.18 MB/s Write: 33.75 MB/s |
| 2 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 59.40 MB/s Write: 62.21 MB/s |
Read: 82.05 MB/s Write: 23.02 MB/s |
| 3 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 63.70 MB/s Write: 44.98 MB/s |
Read: 143.66 MB/s Write: 33.66 MB/s |
| 4 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 77.59 MB/s Write: 74.25 MB/s |
Read: 155.93 MB/s Write: 74.86 MB/s |
Submission Comparison Chart
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About Hardware Hitachi HTS545050B9A300
The Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 is a chunky 2.5-inch hard disk with a 500GB capacity, designed for laptops and other portable devices that still rely on SATA-based storage media. It uses a 3Gbps SATA interface (SATA II) and operates at a rotational speed of 5400 RPM, providing a combination of low power consumption and sufficient performance for everyday computing tasks.
Equipped with 8MB of cache, the drive is capable of handling common storage needs such as documents, office applications, multimedia files, and operating system data. Although it has begun to be eclipsed by the speed and efficiency of SSDs, the HTS545050B9A300 remains an economical choice for users who need large capacity without breaking the bank.
The test was conducted using an HP Pavilion dv3-4054TX laptop, with the following configuration: Intel Core i7-720QM processor, 4GB DDR3 Single Channel RAM, and Windows 10 64-bit operating system. In this configuration, the HDD demonstrated standard performance for its class-it was able to run the operating system and basic applications such as browsers, media players, and Office documents stably.
Although not designed for high speeds, the Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 is still reliable for casual users or students, and is suitable for use as a second storage drive in modern systems via an external enclosure. With the Hitachi brand's reputation for reliability, this HDD offers a good balance between price, capacity, and power consumption.
Device Test:
Device: HP Pavilion dv3-4054TX (on HDD Caddy)
CPU: i7 720QM
RAM: 4GB DDR3 Single Channel
OS: Windows 10
Tuesday, 19 July 2022 19:48:21 | Update: 21 hours ago
About Hardware SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go OTG USB Type-C USB 3.1 128GB
The SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go 128GB is a versatile OTG flash drive with USB Type-C and USB Type-A support, enabling easy data transfer between devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops. The flash drive offers transfer speeds of up to 150MB/s, making it ideal for fast and efficient transfer of large files.
In tests conducted using the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 with 12GB DDR4 dual channel RAM and Windows 11 22H2 operating system, as well as connectivity via USB 3.1 Gen 1 port, the device performed quite well under real-world usage conditions.
Test results through CrystalDiskMark recorded a read speed of 155.93 MB/s and a write speed of 74.86 MB/s. Meanwhile, through ATTO Disk Benchmark (64M test), the device recorded a read speed of 82.05 MB/s and a write speed of 23.02 MB/s. Although it does not touch the maximum theoretical limit, this performance is perfectly sufficient for daily needs such as transferring documents, photos, and medium-sized videos.
With its compact design and dual connectors, the SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go is an efficient and practical portable storage solution, perfect for cross-device users who need speed and flexibility.
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
Sunday, 29 May 2022 04:57:37 | Update: 20 hours ago