Comparing: SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB vs Western Digital PC SN740 512GB
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB and Western Digital PC SN740 512GB, 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.
SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Cruzer Blade 32GB |
| Capacity: | 32GB |
| Interface: | USB 2.0 |
Western Digital PC SN740 512GB
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | PC SN740 512GB |
| Capacity: | 512GB |
| Interface: | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
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 | SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB | Western Digital PC SN740 512GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SanDisk | Western Digital |
| Format | USB FlashDrive | SSD M.2 NVMe 2280 |
| Capacity | 32GB | 512GB |
| Interface | USB 2.0 | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
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 | SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB | Western Digital PC SN740 512GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AS-SSD |
Read: 26.01 MB/s Write: 10.67 MB/s |
Read: 3795.33 MB/s Write: 1879.37 MB/s |
| 2 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 25.10 MB/s Write: 10.65 MB/s |
Read: 4720.00 MB/s Write: 3670.00 MB/s |
| 3 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 27.05 MB/s Write: 11.01 MB/s |
Read: 3410.00 MB/s Write: 1550.00 MB/s |
| 4 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 26.99 MB/s Write: 20.71 MB/s |
Read: 3913.58 MB/s Write: 3453.18 MB/s |
Submission Comparison Chart
This chart visualizes the benchmark scores comparison between two hardware devices based on submitted data.
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About Hardware SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB
The SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB is a USB 2.0-interface flash drive known for its compact, lightweight and portable design. With a capacity of 32GB, this flash drive is enough to store a moderate amount of documents, music files, photo collections, and standard resolution videos.
Despite using the USB 2.0 interface which has a lower transfer speed than USB 3.0 or later, the Cruzer Blade remains one of the most widely used products due to its reliability, wide compatibility, and affordable price.
The test was conducted using a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 device with 12GB DDR4 dual channel RAM and Windows 11 22H2 operating system, and connectivity via USB 3.1 Gen 1 port. Although the port used supports high speeds, performance is still limited by the capabilities of flash drives that use USB 2.0 technology.
In performance testing using several benchmark applications, the SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB recorded speeds that are in line with USB 2.0 characteristics. According to CrystalDiskMark, the flash drive recorded a read speed of 26.99 MB/s and a write speed of 20.71 MB/s. Meanwhile, testing using ATTO Disk Benchmark with a 64MB block size showed a read speed of 25.10 MB/s and write speed of 10.65 MB/s. These results confirm that this flash drive is more suitable for light storage needs, such as documents or small multimedia files, rather than fast transfer of large files.
Overall, the SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB is a simple yet effective storage solution for daily file transfer needs, especially for users who don't require high speeds, but instead prioritize practicality and economical pricing.
Device Test:
Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2
USB: USB 3.1 Gen 1
Sunday, 22 May 2022 04:01:08 | Update: 1 month ago
About Hardware Western Digital PC SN740 512GB
The Western Digital PC SN740 is a high-performance NVMe SSD specifically designed to meet the needs of modern computing, especially in ultrabooks, business laptops and other compact devices. It features a PCIe Gen4 x4 interface and NVMe 1.4 protocol, which enables extremely fast read and write speeds, making it an ideal storage solution for intensive multitasking, big data processing, and a responsive and efficient computing experience.
The SN740 comes in various capacities ranging from 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, to 2TB, providing flexibility for users with different storage needs. Built with Western Digital 3D NAND technology, the SSD offers not only high performance, but also excellent power efficiency and long-term durability. Its availability in two form factors, M.2 2230 and M.2 2280, makes it highly compatible with many of the latest devices, including thin laptops and small industrial systems.
In a real-world test using an Acer Aspire 5 A515-58P laptop equipped with an Intel Core i5-1335U processor, 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and running Windows 11 operating system, the SSD ran on PCIe Gen3 x4 mode due to laptop slot limitations. Despite not running at full PCIe Gen4 speed, the benchmark results still showed excellent performance. Tests with CrystalDiskMark recorded read speeds of up to 3913.58 MB/s and write speeds of 3453.18 MB/s, while AS-SSD Benchmark recorded read speeds of 3795.33 MB/s and write speeds of 1879.37 MB/s. These numbers show that even on a PCIe Gen3 interface, the WD SN740 still offers premium performance that can compete with other high-end SSDs.
In addition to performance, the Western Digital SN740 also features enhanced security and power efficiency, making it a great choice for mobile professionals, software developers, and general users who desire fast and durable storage. With the combination of high data transfer speeds, compact design and Western Digital's brand reputation for reliability, this SSD is one of the best-in-class choices for storage upgrades on modern devices.
Device test (testbed):
Device: Acer Aspire 5 A515-58P
NVMe Capacity: 512GB
PCIe: Gen3 x4 (for run this NVMe)
CPU: i5-1335U
RAM: 8GB LPDDR5
OS: Windows 11
Tuesday, 15 August 2023 13:16:33 | Update: 1 month ago