Comparing: WD Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX-001CA0 vs SanDisk Cruzer Glide 64GB CZ60 USB 2.0

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About Hardware WD Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX-001CA0

The WDC WD3200AAKX-001CA0 is a 3.5-inch hard disk drive (HDD) that comes with a 320GB capacity, designed specifically for storage needs on desktop computers. Part of the Western Digital Caviar Blue family, this HDD uses a SATA-III 6Gbps interface that provides better data transfer speeds than the previous generation (SATA-II).

With a rotation speed of 7200 RPM and a 16MB buffer cache, this drive offers reliable performance for a variety of daily computing activities. From storing documents, running office applications, to playing light games, the WDC WD3200AAKX is able to accommodate the needs of home and office users with maintained stability.

It uses a single disk and two head configuration, which helps to maintain data transfer efficiency and reliability. In tests using a ThinkCentre M58 system with an Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 processor, 3GB DDR3 RAM, and Windows 7 operating system, the performance of this HDD was very good for its capacity class. Testing with CrystalDiskMark showed read speeds of 107.58 MB/s and write speeds of 105.50 MB/s, proving that this HDD is still relevant for legacy systems and light computing tasks today.

As part of the WD Caviar Blue line, the WD3200AAKX is designed with a blend of performance and reliability, making it a popular choice for desktop PC users who need a 7200 RPM speed drive at an affordable price. It can be used as a primary or secondary drive for legacy operating systems, data storage, or as an upgrade solution from older, lower-speed HDDs.

Device test (tesbed):

Device: ThinkCenter M58
CPU: Core 2 Duo E7500
RAM: 3GB DDR3

Tuesday, 07 March 2023 10:02:46 | Update: 3 weeks ago

About Hardware SanDisk Cruzer Glide 64GB CZ60 USB 2.0

SanDisk Cruzer Glide 64GB USB 2.0 is an efficient, reliable and affordable portable storage solution for your daily data needs. With a capacity of 64GB, this flash drive provides ample space to store various types of files, including work documents, photos, videos, music, and application installation files. Equipped with a USB 2.0 interface, the SanDisk Cruzer Glide offers high compatibility with various devices such as PCs, laptops, smart TVs, and even USB-enabled car audio systems.

One of the main advantages of the SanDisk Cruzer Glide is its compact and lightweight design, making it easy to carry around. The flash drive comes with a retractable mechanism that protects the USB connector when not in use, making it more resistant to dust and impact. Without the need for an additional cap that can be easily lost, this design provides convenience and practicality for mobile users.

Tested on:
Laptop Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 (USB 3.1 Gen 1, Win11, i5-1135G7, MX350, 12GB RAM)

Sunday, 18 May 2025 12:51:43 | Update: 1 month ago