Comparing: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX vs TOSHIBA KBG30ZMV256G

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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: 1 month ago

About Hardware TOSHIBA KBG30ZMV256G

The TOSHIBA KBG30ZMV256G is a 256GB NVMe solid-state drive (SSD) specifically designed to deliver high performance in modern computing devices such as ultrabooks, thin laptops and space-constrained systems. Sporting an M.2 2280 form factor, this SSD offers an ideal combination of high speed and compact design, making it an excellent choice for users who require fast storage without sacrificing physical space within the device.

It is built with a PCIe Gen3 x2 interface and supports the NVMe 1.3 protocol, which is significantly faster than traditional SATA-based SSDs. Thanks to 3D NAND flash technology, the TOSHIBA KBG30ZMV256G is able to deliver consistent performance and better power efficiency, while extending the lifetime and reliability of the device. This technology also contributes to low power consumption, which is especially important for laptops and mobile devices that rely on battery efficiency.

In tests conducted using a ThinkPad T470 with an Intel Core i5-6300U processor, 8GB of RAM, and Windows 10 22H2 operating system, this SSD performed very well for a variety of daily computing needs. Based on the CrystalDiskMark benchmark, read speeds reached 774.69 MB/s and write speeds of 401.20 MB/s. Tests with the ATTO Disk Benchmark showed read speeds of up to 1000 MB/s and 589.86 MB/s write, while in the AS-SSD Benchmark, read speeds jumped to 1363.84 MB/s and 786.62 MB/s write. These results show that the SSD is capable of handling demanding tasks such as fast booting, large application loads and large file transfers very efficiently.

Overall, the TOSHIBA KBG30ZMV256G is an ideal choice for users who want an NVMe storage upgrade with high speed, low power consumption and a compact design. Suitable for professionals who require consistent performance under high mobility, this SSD also offers added value in terms of energy efficiency and long-term durability. As a product from a reputable brand like Toshiba (now Kioxia), its reliability and quality have been proven in the global market.

Device test (testbed):

Device: ThinkPad T470
CPU: i5-6300U
RAM: 8GB RAM
OS: Windows 10 22H2

Thursday, 10 August 2023 10:15:02 | Update: 1 month ago