Comparing: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX vs Hitachi HTS545050B9A300
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX and Hitachi HTS545050B9A300, 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.
TOSHIBA MK3252GSX
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | TOSHIBA MK3252GSX |
| Capacity: | 320GB |
| Interface: | SATA-II 3Gbps |
Hitachi HTS545050B9A300
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 |
| Capacity: | 500GB |
| 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 | TOSHIBA MK3252GSX | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | TOSHIBA | Hitachi |
| Format | HDD 2.5 | HDD 2.5 |
| Capacity | 320GB | 500GB |
| Interface | SATA-II 3Gbps | 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 | TOSHIBA MK3252GSX | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AS-SSD |
Read: 47.61 MB/s Write: 49.25 MB/s |
Read: 64.13 MB/s Write: 63.27 MB/s |
| 2 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 49.04 MB/s Write: 50.05 MB/s |
Read: 59.40 MB/s Write: 62.21 MB/s |
| 3 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 41.16 MB/s Write: 26.45 MB/s |
Read: 63.70 MB/s Write: 44.98 MB/s |
| 4 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 41.22 MB/s Write: 38.74 MB/s |
Read: 77.59 MB/s Write: 74.25 MB/s |
Submission Comparison Chart
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About Hardware TOSHIBA MK3252GSX
The TOSHIBA MK3252GSX is a chunky 2.5-inch hard disk with a 320GB capacity, specifically designed for use in laptops and other mobile devices. Using a SATA II (3.0 Gbps) interface and operating at a rotational speed of 5400 RPM, this HDD offers a balance between power efficiency and basic performance, making it an ideal solution for everyday use.
Equipped with 8MB of buffer cache, the drive is capable enough to handle common storage needs such as operating system files, work documents, music collections, and medium-resolution videos. Although it cannot match the speed of a solid-state drive (SSD), the TOSHIBA MK3252GSX remains an affordable alternative for users who prioritize storage capacity at a more economical price.
Physically, this hard disk generally uses two platters and four heads to read and write data, a standard configuration for a 320GB HDD. In synthetic testing, the read and sequential speed was 41.22 MB/s and the write speed was 38.74 MB/s, depending on system conditions and data fragmentation.
Despite the growing popularity of SSDs, the TOSHIBA MK3252GSX remains relevant as a backup storage solution or as a cost-effective upgrade for older laptops that still rely on mechanical storage media. Its ample capacity and power efficiency make it suitable for use in educational systems, netbooks or home computers with light to medium storage requirements.
Device Test:
Device: HP 1000 1b05au (HDD Caddy), IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 (HDD Enclosure)
Specs: E1-1200, 4GB RAM, SATA-II, Win7 | i5-1135G7, 12GB RAM, USB 3.0
Tuesday, 03 November 2020 12:43:42 | Update: 23 hours ago
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