WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 | 250 | 276 | 123 | 118 | 0.59 | 0.62 | 6.53 | 3.37 |
| WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 | 250 | 228 | 98 | 103 | 0.88 | 1.08 | 10.65 | 3.93 |
The measurement of the WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 should be used.
The Western Digital WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 is an internal hard drive from the WD Caviar Blue series that is characterized by reliability and solid performance. Here is a detailed overview of this model:
General description
The Western Digital WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 is a 250GB hard drive designed for desktop computers. It uses the SATA interface to provide good performance for everyday computing tasks. This hard drive has been appreciated for its reliability and its good balance between price and performance.
Technical details
1. Capacity:
- 250 GB – The hard drive offers a storage capacity of 250 gigabytes, which provides enough space for operating systems, programs and a variety of data such as documents, photos and videos.
2. Interface:
- SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA III) – The WD2500AAKX uses the SATA III interface, which enables a maximum data transfer rate of up to 6 Gb/s (about 600 MB/s). This interface is widely used in the desktop market and offers good performance.
3. Speed:
- 7200 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute) – The hard drive has a rotation speed of 7200 RPM, which ensures fast data access time and data transfer speed. This is especially useful for general applications and data-intensive tasks.
4. Cache:
- 16 MB Cache – The hard drive is equipped with a 16 MB cache. This cache temporarily stores frequently used data to speed up access and improve overall performance.
5. Form factor:
- 3.5 inch – The hard drive has a standard desktop form factor that fits into the corresponding drive bays of most desktop PCs.
6. Bug correction:
- ECC (Error Correction Code) – The hard drive uses error correction technologies to ensure that data integrity is maintained during storage and transfer.
7. Power consumption:
- Power Consumption: The hard drive has a typical power consumption of about 6.8 watts in operation and 0.8 watts in idle mode. This provides reasonable energy efficiency compared to similar models.
8. Operating temperature:
- Operating temperature range: The hard drive is designed to operate in temperatures from 0 to 60 degrees Celsius. This makes it suitable for most desktop environments.
Features
- Reliability: The WD2500AAKX is known for its reliability and offers good durability for desktop computer systems.
- Performance: The combination of 7200 RPM and 16 MB cache provides solid performance that is sufficient for most standard applications and games.
- Compatibility: The SATA III interface ensures broad compatibility with modern desktop PCs and motherboards that support this interface.
Scope
- Desktop computers: The WD2500AAKX is designed for use in desktop PCs and offers solid performance for everyday tasks.
- Upgrade: The hard drive is suitable for users who want to upgrade from smaller hard drives to larger capacity or better performance.
- Data archiving: With 250 GB capacity, it is well suited for storing documents, pictures, music and videos, as well as for backing up data.
- Everyday Use: It is ideal for everyday tasks such as web browsing, office applications and occasional gaming.
Conclusion
The Western Digital WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 is a reliable and powerful hard drive with a capacity of 250 GB. It offers a good balance between price and performance and is ideal for desktop computers. The combination of the SATA III interface, the 7200 RPM rotation speed and the 16 MB cache makes it a solid choice for a wide range of applications, from everyday computing tasks to light to medium gaming needs.
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WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 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 WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0.
The WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD2500AAKX-75U6AA0 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.