Comparing: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX vs Western Digital PC SN740 512GB
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: TOSHIBA MK3252GSX 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.
TOSHIBA MK3252GSX
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | TOSHIBA MK3252GSX |
| Capacity: | 320GB |
| 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 | TOSHIBA MK3252GSX | Western Digital PC SN740 512GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | TOSHIBA | Western Digital |
| Format | HDD 2.5 | SSD M.2 NVMe 2280 |
| Capacity | 320GB | 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 | TOSHIBA MK3252GSX | Western Digital PC SN740 512GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AS-SSD |
Read: 47.61 MB/s Write: 49.25 MB/s |
Read: 3795.33 MB/s Write: 1879.37 MB/s |
| 2 | ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 49.04 MB/s Write: 50.05 MB/s |
Read: 4720.00 MB/s Write: 3670.00 MB/s |
| 3 | Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 41.16 MB/s Write: 26.45 MB/s |
Read: 3410.00 MB/s Write: 1550.00 MB/s |
| 4 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 41.22 MB/s Write: 38.74 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 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 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