WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 406 | 184 | 157 | 2.03 | 1.96 | 5.66 | 2.05 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 392 | 186 | 145 | 1.91 | 0.00 | ||
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 384 | 169 | 157 | 1.03 | 2.50 | 4.23 | 1.76 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 379 | 184 | 135 | 1.42 | 1.68 | 6.41 | 2.55 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 376 | 180 | 134 | 1.62 | 1.77 | 5.91 | 2.35 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 372 | 169 | 142 | 1.63 | 1.48 | 5.89 | 2.39 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 369 | 164 | 144 | 1.93 | 1.89 | 5.56 | 2.29 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 368 | 167 | 140 | 1.96 | 1.90 | 6.31 | 2.37 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 365 | 172 | 137 | 1.26 | 1.48 | 7.53 | 2.87 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 363 | 167 | 136 | 1.72 | 1.68 | 6.21 | 2.50 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 360 | 163 | 146 | 1.37 | 1.29 | 8.27 | 3.21 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 357 | 162 | 122 | 1.90 | 1.89 | 4.52 | 2.49 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 356 | 160 | 138 | 1.45 | 1.54 | 7.13 | 2.87 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 353 | 161 | 132 | 1.85 | 1.85 | 6.67 | 2.50 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 353 | 163 | 151 | 1.18 | 1.34 | 8.37 | 2.91 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 347 | 166 | 137 | 0.99 | 1.23 | 9.76 | 3.35 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 339 | 159 | 127 | 1.39 | 1.32 | 7.43 | 3.10 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 338 | 156 | 132 | 1.92 | 1.94 | 6.49 | 2.17 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 336 | 157 | 122 | 1.32 | 1.48 | 6.77 | 2.67 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 332 | 132 | 131 | 1.93 | 1.89 | 5.43 | 2.32 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 332 | 154 | 121 | 1.65 | 2.07 | 7.07 | 2.01 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 326 | 155 | 123 | 1.16 | 1.35 | 9.55 | 3.30 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 317 | 152 | 121 | 1.25 | 1.38 | 8.03 | 2.99 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 312 | 149 | 115 | 1.38 | 1.39 | 9.94 | 3.07 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 305 | 143 | 118 | 1.08 | 1.27 | 8.80 | 3.16 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 302 | 138 | 123 | 1.15 | 1.35 | 10.17 | 3.07 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 300 | 139 | 125 | 0.83 | 1.07 | 13.05 | 3.96 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 298 | 141 | 110 | 1.17 | 1.36 | 10.01 | 3.10 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 294 | 137 | 122 | 0.82 | 0.99 | 16.76 | 3.93 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 288 | 139 | 114 | 0.96 | 0.95 | 14.25 | 3.71 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 282 | 112 | 123 | 1.70 | 1.16 | 9.55 | 3.01 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 278 | 130 | 113 | 0.81 | 1.02 | 13.25 | 3.96 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 271 | 129 | 100 | 1.16 | 1.30 | 11.86 | 3.40 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 267 | 131 | 101 | 0.82 | 0.92 | 12.99 | 4.06 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 263 | 151 | 65 | 1.20 | 1.34 | 33.05 | 9.26 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 255 | 129 | 84 | 0.86 | 1.09 | 12.30 | 3.68 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 251 | 120 | 96 | 0.85 | 1.14 | 11.56 | 4.10 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 251 | 121 | 99 | 0.70 | 0.98 | 13.78 | 4.50 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 244 | 130 | 81 | 1.08 | 1.01 | 13.11 | 4.10 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 243 | 120 | 94 | 0.94 | 0.56 | 12.99 | 3.57 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 2000 | 233 | 107 | 88 | 1.14 | 1.19 | 11.52 | 3.39 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 217 | 96 | 72 | 1.53 | 1.32 | 9.34 | 2.59 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 9.73 | 3.35 |
| WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 | 1000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 should be used.
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The WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 is a hard drive from the Western Digital Caviar Blue series and belongs to the WD Blue 1TB hard drive series. This hard drive is designed for use in desktop PCs and offers a good balance between performance and capacity for everyday computing tasks.
Technical details
- Model number: WD10EZEX-00BN5A0
- Capacity: 1 TB (terabytes)
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Height: 26.1 mm
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s), backwards compatible with SATA II (3 Gb/s) and SATA I (1.5 Gb/s)
- Rotation speed: 7,200 rpm
- Cache: 64 MB
- Average access time: 8.9 ms
- Data transfer rate (external): Up to 6 Gb/s (SATA III)
- Data transfer rate (internal): Up to 150 MB/s
- Maximum workload: 300 TB/year
- Shock resistance: 30 G (operation), 300 G (non-operation)
- Power consumption (operation): 6.8 watts
- Power consumption (idle): 5.0 watts
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 60°C
- Humidity: 5 - 95 % (without condensation)
- Dimensions: 147 x 101.6 x 26.1 mm
- Weight: Approximately 625 grams
- Noise level: 34 dB (idle), 36 dB (operation)
Main features
1. High capacity
The WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 offers 1 TB of storage space, which is enough to hold a large amount of data such as operating systems, programs, documents, photos and videos. This makes it an excellent choice for users who need a balanced capacity for their everyday storage needs.2. High rotation speed
With a rotation speed of 7,200 RPM, this hard drive offers relatively high performance compared to slower 5,400 RPM models. This results in faster read and write speeds, which improves overall system performance, especially during file access and transfer.3. Large Cache
The 64 MB cache improves hard drive performance by caching frequently used data and accelerating access to that data. This results in faster access to frequently used information and improves overall system performance.4. SATA III interface
The SATA III interface enables data transfer rates of up to 6 Gb/s, allowing for fast transfer of large amounts of data. However, the hard drive is also backwards compatible with SATA II (3 Gb/s) and SATA I (1.5 Gb/s), ensuring that it can be used in older systems.5. Power consumption
The WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 features moderate power consumption, with 6.8 watts in operation and 5.0 watts in idle. This is important for energy efficiency, especially in desktop PCs that run for long periods or are used in energy-efficient systems.6. Shock resistance
With a shock resistance of up to 30 G in operation and 300 G in off mode, this hard drive offers good protection against physical shocks and vibrations. This contributes to the longevity and reliability of the hard drive.7. Noise development
The noise level of the hard drive is 34 dB when idle and 36 dB under load. These values ​​are relatively low, which contributes to quiet operation, which is particularly appreciated in noise-sensitive environments.Areas of application
1. Desktop-PCs
The WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 is ideal for desktop PCs that need additional storage capacity or for replacing an existing hard drive. Its high capacity and performance make it a great choice for a wide range of applications, from everyday tasks to more demanding tasks such as photo and video editing.2. Storage increase
For users looking to expand their existing storage capacity, this hard drive is an excellent choice. It offers 1 TB of storage, which is a significant increase compared to smaller hard drives, making it ideal for increasing a system's storage resources.3. Backup solutions
The WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 can be used as a backup drive to back up important data and system images. The high capacity allows users to store extensive backup copies and ensure their data is protected in the event of a system failure or data loss.4. Multimedia applications
For multimedia applications, such as storing and managing large media files (movies, music, photos), this hard drive offers enough space and performance. It is well suited for applications such as streaming media, editing videos or archiving large photo catalogs.5. Gamer
For gamers looking to store large game libraries, this hard drive is an economical option with enough capacity to store multiple games and save files. The fast spin speed helps reduce loading times and improve the gaming experience.Comparison with other models
- WD Blue WD10EZRZ (1 TB): The WD10EZRZ model offers similar capacities and performance, but may differ slightly in performance. It is often less expensive and offers a slightly different shock and noise resistance profile.
- Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM008 (1TB): Comparable capacity and performance to the WD10EZEX-00BN5A0, but with different write performance and noise levels. Seagate may offer slightly better performance in terms of cache and overall speed.
- WD Black WD1003FZEX (1 TB): The WD Black series offers higher performance and is often recommended for performance-oriented applications. It has a faster 7,200 RPM rotation speed and a larger cache, but is more expensive.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages:
- Good capacity: 1 TB of storage is sufficient for most applications.- Fast rotation speed: 7,200 rpm provides good performance for everyday tasks.
- Large Cache: 64 MB cache improves data access times.
- Compatibility: SATA III for fast data transfers, backwards compatible with older SATA versions.
- Energy Efficiency: Moderate power consumption for a desktop hard drive.
- Good shock resistance: Protects against physical impacts.
Disadvantages:
- Not as fast as SSDs: Hard drive cannot compete with the speed of solid-state drives (SSDs).- Noise: While relatively quiet, it may be audible in extremely quiet environments.
- Larger and heavier: Compared to 2.5-inch hard drives or SSDs which are more compact and lighter.
Conclusion
The WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 offers a solid combination of capacity, performance and cost for desktop PCs. With 1 TB of storage, a fast 7,200 RPM rotation speed and a generous 64 MB cache, it is well suited for everyday applications, multimedia storage and backup solutions. Despite the slower speed compared to SSDs, it remains a cost-effective choice for users who need large storage space and want reliable performance.
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WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 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 WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0.
The WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD10EZEX-00BN5A0 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.