Comparing: WD Scorpio Blue WD5000BEVT vs Samsung EVO Plus 64GB
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: WD Scorpio Blue WD5000BEVT and Samsung EVO Plus 64GB, 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.
WD Scorpio Blue WD5000BEVT
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | WD WD5000BEVT |
| Capacity: | 500GB |
| Interface: | SATA-II 3Gbps |
Samsung EVO Plus 64GB
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Samsung EVO Plus 64GB |
| Capacity: | 64GB |
| Interface: | UHS-I |
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 | WD Scorpio Blue WD5000BEVT | Samsung EVO Plus 64GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Western Digital | Samsung |
| Format | HDD 2.5 | MicroSDXC |
| Capacity | 500GB | 64GB |
| Interface | SATA-II 3Gbps | UHS-I |
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 | WD Scorpio Blue WD5000BEVT | Samsung EVO Plus 64GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 66.33 MB/s Write: 66.58 MB/s |
Read: 124.57 MB/s Write: 34.55 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 WD Scorpio Blue WD5000BEVT
WD Scorpio Blue WD5000BEVT 500GB is a 2.5-inch hard disk designed for laptops and portable storage devices. With a 3Gbps SATA-II interface and a rotation speed of 5400 RPM, this drive offers a balance between power efficiency and sufficient performance for everyday computing tasks.
Equipped with 8MB of cache, the drive is capable of handling stable data access for needs such as multimedia storage, work documents, and general file management. While not as fast as an SSD, the WD5000BEVT is still an economical choice and has a sizable storage capacity in a 2.5-inch form factor.
In performance testing, the hard drive was tested using an Orico USB 3.0 enclosure connected to a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6 system, powered by an Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor and 12GB DDR4 dual channel RAM. Benchmark results showed read and write speeds of 66.33 MB/s and 66.58 MB/s in the CrystalDiskMark application. Meanwhile, through ATTO Disk Benchmark with a 64MB block size, the drive recorded read speeds of 109.09 MB/s and write speeds of 109.56 MB/s. This performance is quite good for the older generation 5400 RPM HDD category, although it is clearly still far behind compared to modern solid-state drive (SSD) speeds that can touch hundreds or even thousands of megabytes per second.
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
Based on analysis from CrystalDiskInfo and Hard Disk Sentinel, there are indications that this hard drive is most likely not an original unit or has been refurbished. This is inferred from the discrepancy between:
- The physical label of the drive (which indicates the WD5000BEVT model),
- and the firmware data/internal information read by the application, which does not fully match the characteristics of the original WD Scorpio Blue.
Due to such discrepancies, we consider this unit to NOT be a true WD WD5000BEVT, and users are advised to exercise caution when purchasing loose (used, without official packaging) HDDs, especially from secondary markets or unauthorized distributors.
Despite its decent performance and sizable 500GB capacity, it's important to always verify the authenticity of a storage product, especially if it's used to store important data. This hard drive still works well, but it cannot be used as an accurate representation of the original WD Scorpio Blue product.
Device test (testbed):
Via: Orico Enclosure USB 3.0
Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6
CPU: i5 1135G7
USB: USB 3.1 Gen 1
RAM: 12GB DDR4 3200MHz Dual Channel (8+4)
OS: Windows 11 22H2
Tuesday, 30 May 2023 10:17:18 | Update: 1 week ago
About Hardware Samsung EVO Plus 64GB
Samsung EVO Plus 64GB microSDXC is a high-performance memory card designed to meet the modern storage needs of devices such as smartphones, tablets, action cams, drones, and gaming consoles like Nintendo Switch. With a speed rating of UHS-I, Class 10, U1/V10, the card is capable of achieving read speeds of up to 130MB/s, making it an ideal choice for recording Full HD videos, storing high-resolution photos, and running mobile apps or games smoothly.
Using Samsung's advanced NAND flash technology, the EVO Plus delivers reliable performance and high durability in long-term use. The card has also passed tests to withstand extreme conditions-water resistance, heat and cold resistance, X-ray resistance, and magnetic field resistance, making it perfect for outdoor photographers, travelers, and other active users who are often in extreme environments.
Samsung also includes an SD adapter in the sales package, allowing users to utilize this card in DSLR cameras, camcorders, or laptops with standard SD slots. The exFAT file system support by default makes it compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Android, and others.
This card was tested using a Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6, which features an Intel Core i5-1135G7, NVIDIA MX350 GPU, 12GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM, and 512GB NVMe SSD internal storage. The device was tested at a room temperature of 30°C based on the DHT11 sensor, and using a Lexar RW450 rev B card reader with a GL3231S controller via a USB 3.1 Gen 1 port. The test was conducted under new card conditions, with no files, and using the default settings in Device Manager (Quick Removal on).
Benchmark results using CrystalDiskMark show a very impressive performance, with a read speed of 124.57 MB/s and a write speed of 34.55 MB/s. These figures reflect the high speed and stable performance offered by the EVO Plus 64GB, making it very competitive in its class.
Overall, the Samsung EVO Plus 64GB microSDXC is a fast, reliable and durable storage solution. Suitable for a variety of purposes-from storing multimedia content to expanding the storage capacity of mobile devices-the card delivers optimal performance with the trusted quality of the Samsung brand. For users who need a fast microSD card with high durability and broad support for modern devices, EVO Plus is a highly recommended choice.
Device Test (Testbed):
Device: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 14ITL6
Device Specs: i5-1135G7, NVIDIA MX350, 12GB RAM 3200MHz (4+8), 512GB NVMe SSD, USB 3.1 Gen 1, Windows 11 Home 23H2
Card Reader: Lexar RW450 rev B (GL3231S Controller)
Room Temperature: 30 celcius based on DHT11 Sensors
* This experiment is run when the item is newly purchased, no files condition (0% usage), exFAT file system (default), Device Manager Policy: Quick Removal (Default).
Saturday, 13 January 2024 14:28:11 | Update: 2 weeks ago