Comparing: Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 vs V-GeN 2GB MicroSD
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 and V-GeN 2GB MicroSD, 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 HTS722016K9SA00
Type: | Disks |
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Model: | Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 |
Capacity: | 160GB |
Interface: | SATA-I 1.5Gbps |

V-GeN 2GB MicroSD
Type: | Disks |
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Model: | V-GeN 2GB MicroSD |
Capacity: | 2GB |
Interface: | Standard SD |
Specification Comparison Table
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Specification | Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 | V-GeN 2GB MicroSD |
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Brand | Hitachi | V-GeN |
Format | HDD 2.5 | MicroSD |
Capacity | 160GB | 2GB |
Interface | SATA-I 1.5Gbps | Standard SD |
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 HTS722016K9SA00 | V-GeN 2GB MicroSD |
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1 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 50.05 MB/s Write: 49.66 MB/s |
Read: 17.54 MB/s Write: 9.72 MB/s |
2 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 44.79 MB/s Write: 39.00 MB/s |
Read: 22.41 MB/s Write: 10.27 MB/s |
3 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 49.29 MB/s Write: 49.08 MB/s |
Read: 18.25 MB/s Write: 10.70 MB/s |
Submission Comparison Chart
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About Hardware Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00
The Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 is a thick design 2.5-inch hard disk with a capacity of 160GB, designed for laptops and other portable devices. Unlike most laptop HDDs that use a rotation speed of 5400 RPM, this model offers a speed of 7200 RPM, providing a significant improvement in read/write performance, especially in computing tasks that require fast data access.
Equipped with 16MB of buffer cache, this HDD is capable of handling heavier workloads, such as multitasking, application installation, or activities with high I/O intensity. This speed gives it an edge over regular HDDs in terms of response time and efficiency when running an operating system or opening large files. Although its capacity is relatively small when compared to today's storage standards, the HTS722016K9SA00 is still very suitable for use as additional storage or to revive older systems that still rely on 2.5” SATA storage.
The test was conducted using an HP 1000 1b05AU laptop with the following configuration: AMD E1-1200 CPU, 4GB DDR3 RAM (2x2GB in single-channel mode due to CPU limitations), and Windows 7 64-bit operating system. The HDD was installed via an HDD Caddy in place of an optical drive, demonstrating the flexibility of using it as a second storage in a system with an additional SATA slot.
During testing, the drive's performance showed fast response when booting the operating system, opening heavy applications, and performing large file transfers. Despite its limited capacity, the 7200 RPM speed and larger cache compared to 5400 RPM HDDs make it an ideal choice for users who prioritize access speed over large capacity.
The Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 is still an attractive option for users who want fast yet affordable storage, especially in legacy system configurations or as a secondary drive for modern systems with specific needs.
Tested on:
Device: HP 1000 1b05au (using HDD Enclosure)
Specs:
CPU: AMD E1-1200
OS: Windows 7
RAM: 2x2GB (Does not support dual channel due to limitations of the CPU, currently running single channel mode)
* For CrystalDiskMark the hard drive is directly run on the main sata port, and the hard drive is used as the operating system.
Wednesday, 13 February 2019 12:45:58 | Update: 21 hours ago
About Hardware V-GeN 2GB MicroSD
V-GeN 2GB MicroSD is a small-capacity memory card that is still widely found in older devices such as feature phones, MP3 players, or early generation digital cameras. Using the conventional MicroSD standard, this card has high compatibility with various devices, although its data transfer performance is relatively low when compared to the new generation microSDHC or microSDXC cards.
With a capacity of only 2GB, these cards are more suitable for storing lightweight files such as text documents, configuration files, or a limited number of songs. Currently, cards like this are mostly utilized for special needs such as bootloader recovery, light backups, or simply backup storage for legacy systems.
The test was conducted using a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 with 12GB DDR4 Dual Channel RAM, running Windows 11 22H2 operating system, and using a VENTION USB 3.0 Card Reader with GL3224 controller connected to a USB 3.1 Gen 1 port.
From the performance testing results, the card recorded read speeds of 18.25 MB/s and write speeds of 10.70 MB/s in CrystalDiskMark. While in the Cross Platform Disk Test, the read speed reached 22.41 MB/s and write speed was 10.27 MB/s. These results reflect the typical performance of a low-capacity microSD, which is still sufficient for light use but clearly lags behind modern microSD cards.
Device Test:
Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 (using VENTION USB 3.0 Card Reader GL3224 Controller)
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2
USB: USB 3.1 Gen 1
Sunday, 27 November 2011 21:52:31 | Update: 19 hours ago