TOSHIBA MK5055GSX
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| TOSHIBA MK5055GSX | 500 | 127 | 55 | 54 | 0.65 | 0.82 | 14.00 | 5.09 |
| TOSHIBA MK5055GSX | 500 | 118 | 68 | 50 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| TOSHIBA MK5055GSX | 500 | 116 | 53 | 52 | 0.54 | 0.25 | 13.11 | 7.29 |
| TOSHIBA MK5055GSX | 500 | 115 | 51 | 47 | 0.62 | 0.68 | 13.43 | 6.07 |
| TOSHIBA MK5055GSX | 500 | 48 | 23 | 13 | 0.46 | 0.77 | 66.51 | 7.42 |
The measurement of the TOSHIBA MK5055GSX was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the TOSHIBA MK5055GSX under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the TOSHIBA MK5055GSX should be used.
The Toshiba MK5055GSX is a 500GB internal hard drive designed for use in laptops and other portable devices. Here is a detailed description of the technical details, features and application areas of this hard drive:
Technical details
1. Model name: Toshiba MK5055GSX
2. Typ: HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
3. Capacity: 500 GB
4. Form factor: 2.5 inches
5. Interface: SATA 3 Gb/s (SATA II)
6. Rotation speed: 5400 rpm
7. Buffer size: 8 MB cache
8. Average access time: About 12 ms
9. Data transfer rate:
- Max. transfer rate: Up to 150 MB/s (theoretical)
10. Power consumption:
- Operation: Approximately 2.4 to 2.6 watts
- Idle: About 1.5 watts
- Standby: About 0.5 watts
11. Noise level:
- Operation: Approximately 25 dB(A)
- Idle: Approximately 23 dB(A)
12. Operating temperature: 0°C to 60°C
Functions
1. 5400 RPM: The 5400 RPM rotation speed provides balanced performance and energy efficiency, making it ideal for use in laptops and portable devices.
2. SATA II interface: Supports SATA 3 Gb/s interface, which provides a decent data transfer rate for everyday applications.
3. 8 MB Cache: Cache memory helps optimize performance by delivering frequently used data faster.
4. Silent Seekâ„¢ Technology: Designed to minimize noise and vibration during operation.
5. Power Efficiency: Designed for low power consumption to extend laptop battery life and reduce heat generation.
Areas of application
1. Laptops: Ideal as an internal hard drive for laptops that require a balance between storage space, energy efficiency and performance.
2. Portable Devices: Well suited for other portable devices that require a compact and reliable storage solution.
3. Storage Expansion: Can be used as a secondary hard drive to expand storage space in laptops or external enclosures.
4. Backup and data management: Useful for storing backups and managing large amounts of data on portable devices.
5. Multimedia Storage: Suitable for storing photos, music and videos on a portable device.
Reliability and durability
1. Data Integrity: Provides basic error correction and data integrity features to ensure reliable performance.
2. Heat Dissipation: Designed to efficiently dissipate heat and prevent overheating, extending the life of the hard drive.
3. Warranty: Typically 2 to 3 years limited warranty, depending on the dealer and specific warranty terms.
Compatibility
- Operating systems: Compatible with Windows, macOS and popular Linux distributions.
- Devices: Works in any 2.5" SATA port, including laptops, portable hard drive enclosures, and some desktop PCs.
Summary
The Toshiba MK5055GSX is a 500 GB 2.5 inch hard drive with a rotation speed of 5400 RPM and a SATA II interface. It offers a good balance between performance and energy efficiency, making it an excellent choice for laptops and portable devices. With its 8 MB cache and low power consumption, it is suitable for general storage needs as well as for storing multimedia content and data backups.
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TOSHIBA MK5055GSX 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 TOSHIBA MK5055GSX.
The TOSHIBA MK5055GSX is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the TOSHIBA MK5055GSX regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.