ST3250318AS ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST3250318AS ATA Device | 250 | 256 | 117 | 108 | 0.80 | 1.30 | 8.73 | 3.49 |
| ST3250318AS ATA Device | 250 | 222 | 108 | 89 | 0.86 | 1.11 | 11.75 | 3.39 |
| ST3250318AS ATA Device | 250 | 212 | 100 | 89 | 0.97 | 1.00 | 11.87 | 4.80 |
| ST3250318AS ATA Device | 250 | 207 | 97 | 90 | 0.48 | 0.60 | 15.61 | 6.47 |
| ST3250318AS ATA Device | 250 | 203 | 91 | 82 | 0.70 | 0.34 | 7.06 | 3.10 |
| ST3250318AS ATA Device | 250 | 201 | 91 | 78 | 0.75 | 1.47 | 6.18 | 2.83 |
The measurement of the ST3250318AS ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST3250318AS ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST3250318AS ATA Device should be used.
The ST3250318AS is a hard drive from Seagate that belongs to the Barracuda series. It is a 3.5-inch HDD designed for desktop PCs and other applications. Here is the detailed information about this model:
Technical details:
1. Model Number:
- ST3250318AS
2. Form factor and interface:
- Form factor: 3.5 inches (standard size for desktop hard drives)
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gb/s), backwards compatible with SATA I (1.5 Gb/s)
3. Capacity:
- 250 GB (Gigabyte)
4. Speed:
- 7200 rpm (revolutions per minute), which enables fast data transfer and access times.
5. Buffer size:
- 16MB cache that helps improve performance by quickly caching frequently used data.
6. Service life and reliability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 750,000 hours, indicating a long service life.
- Warranty: Typically 1 year limited warranty
7. Energy consumption:
- Power consumption: Approximately 8W when running and 6W when idle, which is slightly higher than newer, more energy efficient models.
Features:
1. SATA II interface: Supports a maximum data transfer rate of up to 3 Gb/s, which is sufficient for most desktop applications.
2. 7200 RPM: High rotation speed for fast data access times and improved read and write performance.
3. 16 MB Cache: Increases performance by quickly caching frequently used data.
4. Advanced Format (AF): Uses 4K sectors to improve storage efficiency and make optimal use of storage space.
Areas of application:
1. Desktop PCs: Ideal for desktop systems where moderate storage capacity and good performance are required.
2. System Upgrades: A good choice for upgrading older systems or as secondary storage in older computers.
3. Backup and Storage: Good for storing documents, pictures and other data that do not require particularly quick access.
4. Compact and low-cost systems: Also suitable for budget PCs and simple systems where high storage capacity and performance are needed but extreme speeds are not required.
Special features:
- Noise level: Relatively quiet compared to older generations of hard drives, although modern SSDs are generally even quieter.
- Energy consumption: Higher than newer models, which should be taken into account in energy-sensitive environments.
Conclusion:
The ST3250318AS from Seagate is a reliable 250 GB 7200 RPM hard drive with a SATA II interface. It offers a good balance of performance and capacity for use in desktop PCs and as a secondary drive. Its 16 MB cache and 7200 RPM rotation speed enable acceptable performance for everyday tasks. While it lags behind modern drives in terms of capacity and power efficiency, it remains a solid choice for applications where value for money is required.
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ST3250318AS 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 ST3250318AS ATA Device.
The ST3250318AS ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST3250318AS ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.