Comparing: Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C vs Western Digital PC SN740
In this comparison, we analyze two Disks: Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C 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.
Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C |
| Capacity: | 320GB |
| Interface: | SATA-II 3Gbps |
Western Digital PC SN740
| Type: | Disks |
|---|---|
| Model: | PC SN740 |
| Capacity: | 512GB |
| Interface: | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
Specification Comparison Table
| Specification | Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C | Western Digital PC SN740 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Seagate | 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
| Benchmark Software | Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C | Western Digital PC SN740 |
|---|---|---|
| AS-SSD |
Read: 54.55 MB/s Write: 52.68 MB/s |
Read: 3795.33 MB/s Write: 1879.37 MB/s |
| ATTO Disk Benchmark - 64M |
Read: 51.51 MB/s Write: 50.44 MB/s |
Read: 4720.00 MB/s Write: 3670.00 MB/s |
| Cross Platform Disk Test |
Read: 59.23 MB/s Write: 42.67 MB/s |
Read: 3410.00 MB/s Write: 1550.00 MB/s |
| CrystalDiskMark |
Read: 84.67 MB/s Write: 83.84 MB/s |
Read: 3913.58 MB/s Write: 3453.18 MB/s |
About Hardware Seagate Momentus Thin ST320LT012-9WS14C
The Seagate ST320LT012-9WS14C is a 320GB capacity 2.5-inch HDD designed for laptops and other portable devices. Using a 3Gbps SATA interface, this HDD has a rotation speed of 5400 RPM, which is more power-efficient than HDDs with higher speeds.
It comes with 8MB of cache, providing sufficient performance for everyday use such as document storage, multimedia, and light applications. Despite its limited capacity, this HDD is still a reliable choice for systems that require HDD-based storage.
Wednesday, 26 December 2012 14:27:32 | Update: 1 month 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