Comparing: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 vs SanDisk Cruzer Glide USB 3.0 64GB (CZ600)

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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: 1 month ago

About Hardware SanDisk Cruzer Glide USB 3.0 64GB (CZ600)

The SanDisk Cruzer Glide USB 3.0 64GB (CZ600) is a high-performance flash drive designed to provide fast transfer speeds and ample storage capacity in a compact and handy form. With a capacity of 64GB, users can easily store and carry various types of digital files such as work documents, high-resolution photos, Full HD videos, to software installations or important backups.

Featuring USB 3.0 technology, this flash drive delivers significantly improved read and write speeds compared to the previous generation (USB 2.0), making it an ideal choice for transferring large files in a more time-efficient manner. Its retractable design keeps the USB connector protected without the need for an additional cover, adding practicality and reducing the risk of losing small physical parts.

In performance testing using a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 laptop with an Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor, 12GB DDR4 dual-channel RAM, and USB 3.1 Gen 1 support, this flash drive demonstrated stable and responsive performance. Through CrystalDiskMark, it recorded read speeds of 160.24 MB/s and write speeds of 38.17 MB/s, while ATTO Disk Benchmark recorded read speeds of 149.27 MB/s and write speeds of 57.85 MB/s on a 64MB file size.

This performance is perfectly sufficient for multimedia file transfer or portable operating system installation. Full compatibility support with Windows and macOS adds to the user's flexibility, whether in a work environment, education, or daily personal use.

Combining high transfer speeds, rugged design and large capacity, the SanDisk Cruzer Glide USB 3.0 64GB (CZ600) offers a secure, reliable and easy-to-use external storage solution, perfect for anyone who needs a portable flash drive with proven performance.

Device test (testbed):

Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6
CPU: i5 1135G7
USB: USB 3.1 Gen 1
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2

Thursday, 11 May 2023 04:16:49 | Update: 1 month ago