HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device | 250 | 135 | 62 | 51 | 0.75 | 1.53 | 7.69 | 2.92 |
| HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device | 250 | 121 | 58 | 47 | 0.67 | 0.98 | 10.38 | 4.75 |
| HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device | 250 | 121 | 58 | 47 | 0.67 | 0.98 | 10.38 | 4.75 |
The measurement of the HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device should be used.
The HDT722525DLA380 hard drive from Hitachi is a model from the Deskstar series and was developed several years ago for use in desktop computers and other applications. Here is a comprehensive description that includes technical details, features and application range of this model:
Technical Details
1. Capacity:
- 250 GB: The Hitachi HDT722525DLA380 offers a storage capacity of 250 Gigabytes. This was a common capacity for desktop hard drives at the time of release (circa 2006), providing sufficient storage for operating systems, applications and a moderate amount of data.
2. Form Factor:
- 3.5 inches: The hard drive has a 3.5 inch form factor which is used for desktop PCs and some external enclosures. This form factor is larger than the 2.5 inch hard drives used in laptops and compact devices.
3. Interface:
- ATA/133 (PATA): The HDT722525DLA380 uses the ATA/133 interface, also known as Parallel ATA (PATA). This interface was the common interface for hard drives until the introduction of SATA (Serial ATA). The maximum data transfer rate is 133 MB/s, which is the upper limit for the ATA/133 protocol.
4. Rotational Speed:
- 7200 RPM: The hard drive rotates at 7200 revolutions per minute. This is a common rotational speed for desktop hard drives and offers a good balance between performance and power consumption. A higher rotational speed compared to 5400 RPM hard drives means faster data access times and better data transfer performance.
5. Cache:
- 8 MB Cache: The HDT722525DLA380 is equipped with an 8 megabyte cache. The cache serves as a fast temporary storage for frequently used data, which reduces access times and improves the overall performance of the hard drive.
6. Throughput rate:
- Maximum data transfer rate: The maximum data transfer rate is about 133 MB/s, which corresponds to the maximum bandwidth of the ATA/133 interface.
7. Design:
- Height: The hard drive has a height of about 26.1 mm, which is typical for 3.5-inch hard drives.
8. Energy consumption:
- Typical power consumption: The hard drive has a typical power consumption of about 8 to 10 watts in operation and less in standby mode.
9. Error correction:
- ECC (Error Correction Code): The hard drive is equipped with an error correction mechanism that helps improve data integrity and minimizes the effects of read errors.
Features
1. Performance:
- High data transfer rates: Thanks to the 7200 RPM speed and the ATA/133 interface, the HDT722525DLA380 offers comparatively high data transfer rates, which translates into faster loading times and better system performance.
2. Reliability:
- Shock resistance: The hard drive is usually designed to be relatively robust against physical shocks and vibrations, which increases its reliability in desktop applications.
3. Acoustics:
- Noise level: The hard drive is designed to produce a low noise level, which makes the operation of the PC less disruptive.
4. Compatibility:
- Wide compatibility: The HDT722525DLA380 is compatible with older systems that still use ATA/133 interfaces. This includes many desktop computers and some external hard drive enclosures.
Application range
1. Desktop computers:
- Primary hard drive: The HDT722525DLA380 is well suited as a primary hard drive for desktop computers to store operating systems, applications and user data.
2. External storage solutions:
- External enclosures: Due to its form factor and interface, the hard drive can also be used in external hard drive enclosures to provide additional storage for desktops or other devices.
3. Spare hard drive:
- Upgrade and replacement: The HDT722525DLA380 can serve as a replacement hard drive for older computers equipped with ATA/133 interfaces or as an upgrade for systems that require additional storage capacity.
4. Non-demanding applications:
- Normal computing tasks: For everyday computer applications such as office work, web browsing and simple multimedia applications, the hard drive offers adequate performance.
Conclusion
The Hitachi HDT722525DLA380 is a 3.5-inch ATA/133 hard drive with a capacity of 250 GB that stands out for its 7200 RPM rotation speed and 8 MB cache. It offers solid performance for desktop computers and other applications that do not have extreme demands on speed or capacity. With its robust design and relatively high data transfer rate, it was a reliable choice for systems of its time. Today, however, it could be replaced by more modern storage media that offer higher capacities, faster speeds and more efficient interfaces such as SATA or NVMe.
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HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device.
The HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the HDT722525DLA380 ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.