Comparing: Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C vs SanDisk Ultra MicroSDHC 32GB

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About Hardware Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C

Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C is a 320GB capacity hard disk drive (HDD) with a slim 2.5-inch form factor, ideal for laptops, notebooks and other portable systems. Designed using a SATA II (3Gbps) interface and a rotation speed of 5400 RPM, this HDD emphasizes power efficiency and quieter operation compared to higher-speed HDDs.

It uses 1 platter and 2 read/write heads, a common configuration for 320GB capacity, with light weight and low power consumption-suitable for mobile devices. Equipped with 16MB of buffer cache, its performance is sufficient for daily tasks such as saving documents, running light applications, or storing multimedia files.

This Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C performance test was conducted using an HP 1000 1b05AU laptop that still relies on 4GB DDR3 Single Channel RAM with two DIMM slots. The operating system used during the test was Windows 7 64-bit, which is a typical environment for entry-level laptops in this era of HDD usage. The hardware combination reflects the real usage scenarios of older generation laptop users who still rely on mechanical hard disks as the primary storage medium.

In tests using CrystalDiskMark benchmark software, the Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C hard disk recorded a fairly stable performance for the 5400 RPM HDD class. The sequential read speed reached 84.67 MB/s, while the sequential write speed stood at 83.84 MB/s. These results show that despite being an older generation HDD with modest specifications, its performance is still adequate for everyday light computing needs such as document storage and media playback.

Although its performance falls short of modern SSDs, the Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C remains a reliable and cost-effective choice for users who need additional internal storage on older laptops, educational systems, or as external media (with a USB case). Its compact size and low power consumption also make it suitable for use in netbooks and other energy-efficient devices.

Device Test:

Device: HP 1000 1b05au
RAM: 4GB DDR3 Single Channel 2 DIMM
OS: Windows 7

Wednesday, 26 December 2012 14:27:32 | Update: 3 weeks ago

About Hardware SanDisk Ultra MicroSDHC 32GB

SanDisk Ultra microSDHC 32GB (White) is a high-performance memory card designed to provide reliable and efficient storage solutions for a wide range of digital devices. With a capacity of 32GB, this microSDHC is enough to store thousands of photos, HD videos, music files, and apps on smart phones, tablets, digital cameras, and IoT devices and action cams. Powered by Class 10 and UHS-I technology, this memory card offers read speeds of up to 94.71 MB/s and write speeds of up to 22.64 MB/s, making it an ideal choice for fast data transfer needs in everyday activities.

In tests using the VENTION USB 3.0 Card Reader with GL3224 controller, connected to a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 laptop via the USB 3.1 Gen 1 port, the card's performance showed stable results. Through the CrystalDiskMark application, the read and write speeds were measured at 94.71 MB/s and 22.64 MB/s respectively, while in tests using Cross Platform Disk Test, the read speed reached 90.21 MB/s and write 21.08 MB/s. These results prove that this microSD is perfect for multitasking uses such as recording HD videos, saving games, and running applications from external storage without lag.

With its distinctive white design and ultra-compact shape typical of the microSDHC format, the SanDisk Ultra 32GB White delivers not only consistent performance, but also broad compatibility with a variety of devices. Suitable for users looking for a quality microSD memory card at an affordable price that delivers the ideal combination of performance, durability and transfer speed. Whether for casual or light professional use, this card is the perfect solution for expanding storage capacity with the efficiency and reliability recognized from the SanDisk brand.

Device Test (testbed):

Via: VENTION USB 3.0 Card Reader GL3224 Controller
USB: USB 3.1 Gen 1
Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2

Sunday, 05 March 2023 03:01:01 | Update: 2 weeks ago