Comparing: Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 vs Western Digital PC SN740
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 and Western Digital PC SN740, 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 HTS722016K9SA00
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 |
| Capacity: | 160GB |
| Interface: | SATA-I 1.5Gbps |
Western Digital PC SN740
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | PC SN740 |
| Capacity: | 512GB |
| Interface: | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
Specification Comparison Table
| Specification | Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 | Western Digital PC SN740 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Hitachi | Western Digital |
| Format | HDD 2.5 | SSD M.2 NVMe 2280 |
| Capacity | 160GB | 512GB |
| Interface | SATA-I 1.5Gbps | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
Submission Comparison Table
| Benchmark Software | Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 | Western Digital PC SN740 |
|---|---|---|
| AS-SSD |
Read: 46.32 MB/s Write: 44.14 MB/s |
Read: 3795.33 MB/s Write: 1879.37 MB/s |
| ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 50.05 MB/s Write: 49.66 MB/s |
Read: 4720.00 MB/s Write: 3670.00 MB/s |
| Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 44.79 MB/s Write: 39.00 MB/s |
Read: 3410.00 MB/s Write: 1550.00 MB/s |
| CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 49.29 MB/s Write: 49.08 MB/s |
Read: 3913.58 MB/s Write: 3453.18 MB/s |
About Hardware Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00
The Hitachi HTS722016K9SA00 is an HDD with a 160GB capacity and 2.5-inch size, designed for laptops and other portable applications. Unlike most laptop HDDs that operate at 5400 RPM, this model has a speed of 7200 RPM, providing faster read/write speeds than standard HDDs.
With 16MB of cache, this HDD offers better performance in handling heavier workloads, such as multitasking or applications with high I/O requirements. However, since its capacity is relatively small compared to today's standards, this HDD is more suitable for use as additional storage or for older systems that still use 2.5-inch HDDs.
Tested on:
Device: HP 1000 1b05au
Specs:
CPU: AMD E1-1200
OS: Windows 7
RAM: 2x2GB (Does not support dual channel due to limitations of the CPU, currently running single channel mode)
Wednesday, 13 February 2019 12:45:58 | Update: 3 weeks ago
About Hardware Western Digital PC SN740
The Western Digital PC SN740 is a high-performance NVMe SSD designed for ultrabooks, business laptops, and compact computing devices. Featuring the PCIe Gen4 x4 interface and NVMe 1.4 protocol, this SSD delivers blazing-fast speeds for seamless multitasking and data-intensive applications.
Available in various capacities, including 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB, the SN740 is built using Western Digital's 3D NAND technology, ensuring excellent power efficiency, reliability, and endurance. Its M.2 2230 and M.2 2280 form factors make it compatible with a wide range of modern devices, particularly those requiring a compact yet powerful storage solution.
With enhanced security features and power efficiency optimizations, the WD PC SN740 is an excellent choice for professionals and tech enthusiasts looking for a balance of speed, durability, and energy efficiency.
In this test, it runs on PCIe 3.0 x4 because the laptop which by default uses PC SN740 turns out to run PCIe 3.0 x4.
Tuesday, 15 August 2023 13:16:33 | Update: 1 month ago