Hitachi HTS725040A9A360
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 | 400 | 151 | 66 | 64 | 0.98 | 0.84 | 9.54 | 5.26 |
The measurement of the Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 should be used.
The Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 is a 2.5-inch hard drive from the Hitachi Travelstar series. This hard drive is designed for use in laptops, external hard drive enclosures and compact desktop systems. Here is a comprehensive description, including technical details, functions and areas of application of the Hitachi HTS725040A9A360.
Technical details
1. Model:
- Model name: Hitachi HTS725040A9A360
- Series name: Hitachi Travelstar
2. Form factor:
- Size: 2.5 inches
- Area of ​​application: Laptops, external enclosures, and compact desktop systems.
3. Capacity:
- Storage capacity: 400 GB
4. Interface:
- Interface type: SATA (Serial ATA)
- SATA version: SATA II (3.0 Gb/s)
5. Performance:
- Rotational speed: 7200 rpm (revolutions per minute)
- Buffer size (cache): 16 MB
- Data transfer rate: Up to 300 MB/s (depending on SATA version)
6. Access times:
- Average access time: About 12 ms (milliseconds)
7. Power consumption:
- Operating current: About 2.0 W
- Idle current: About 0.6 W
- Voltage: 5 V DC
8. Physical specifications:
- Dimensions: 69.85 mm x 100.35 mm x 9.5 mm (W x L x H)
- Weight: Approx. 117 g
9. Operating Conditions:
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
- Shock Resistance: Up to 300 G at 2 ms (operating), up to 900 G at 1 ms (non-operating)
10. Error Correction and Security:
- Error Correction: CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check)
- Security Features: ATA Password Protection
Features
1. High Performance:
- 7200 RPM: The high 7200 RPM rotation speed enables faster data access times and improved performance compared to slower 5400 RPM drives.
2. High Capacity for Compact Devices:
- 400GB Storage Space: Provides sufficient storage space for most applications and data on laptops and external drives.
3. Energy Efficiency:
- Low Power Consumption: Optimized for longer battery life in portable devices by reducing power consumption.
4. Reliability:
- Shock Resistance: Designed to withstand shock and vibration, increasing reliability and durability in portable devices.
5. SATA II Interface:
- SATA II Support: Supports data transfer rate up to 300MB/s, which is sufficient for most standard applications.
6. Error Correction:
- CRC: Protects against data corruption by verifying the integrity of the transferred data.
Application Area
1. Laptops:
- Primary Hard Drive: Ideal for laptops that require larger capacity and better performance than the typical 5400 RPM drives.
2. External hard drives:
- External Storage Device: Can be used in an external enclosure to provide portable storage for backups, data transfers, and file storage.
3. Compact Desktop Systems:
- Compact PCs: Ideal for desktop systems where a smaller, energy efficient drive is required.
4. Custom Applications:
- Embedded Systems: Suitable for industrial applications or embedded systems where a reliable and powerful drive is required.
5. Upgrade:
- Hard Drive Expansion: Can be used as an upgrade for older laptops or desktop systems to improve storage capacity and performance.
Conclusion
The Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 offers a good balance of performance, capacity, and energy efficiency for 2.5-inch hard drives. With a capacity of 400 GB and a rotation speed of 7200 RPM, it is well suited for applications that require higher performance and larger storage capacity in compact devices. Its energy efficiency and shock resistance make it ideal for use in portable devices such as laptops and external hard drive systems.
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Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 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 Hitachi HTS725040A9A360.
The Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Hitachi HTS725040A9A360 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.