Comparing: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 vs Western Digital PC SN740 512GB
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 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.
Hitachi HTS545050B9A300
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 |
| Capacity: | 500GB |
| Interface: | SATA-II 3Gbps |
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 | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 | Western Digital PC SN740 512GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Hitachi | Western Digital |
| Format | HDD 2.5 | SSD M.2 NVMe 2280 |
| Capacity | 500GB | 512GB |
| Interface | SATA-II 3Gbps | 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 | Hitachi HTS545050B9A300 | Western Digital PC SN740 512GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AS-SSD |
Read: 64.13 MB/s Write: 63.27 MB/s |
Read: 3795.33 MB/s Write: 1879.37 MB/s |
| 2 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 59.40 MB/s Write: 62.21 MB/s |
Read: 4720.00 MB/s Write: 3670.00 MB/s |
| 3 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 63.70 MB/s Write: 44.98 MB/s |
Read: 3410.00 MB/s Write: 1550.00 MB/s |
| 4 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 77.59 MB/s Write: 74.25 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 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 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