WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device | 320 | 78 | 34 | 31 | 0.46 | 0.89 | 18.62 | 4.99 |
| WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device | 320 | 61 | 16 | 32 | 0.51 | 0.93 | 18.09 | 5.00 |
The measurement of the WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device should be used.
The WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 is a Western Digital hard drive from the WD Scorpio Blue series, specially designed for use in laptops and portable devices. This series is known for its reliability, low noise and energy efficiency. Here is the detailed information about this model:
Technical details
1. Model Number: WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0
2. Capacity: 320 GB (Gigabytes)
3. Form Factor: 2.5 inches – this smaller form factor is typical for hard drives in laptops and portable devices.
4. Interface: SATA II (Serial ATA 3 Gb/s) – also known as SATA 3 Gb/s, supports a maximum data transfer rate of up to 3 gigabits per second.
5. Speed: 5400 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute) – a lower speed compared to 7200 RPM, resulting in lower energy consumption and less noise.
6. Cache: 8 MB – The cache serves as a fast temporary storage for frequently accessed data and improves overall performance.
7. Average Access Time: Approximately 12.5 ms – the time it takes to access a specific data location on the hard disk.
8. Error correction: Integrated error correction technologies to ensure data integrity.
Features
1. Energy Efficiency: The WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 is optimized for use in mobile devices and offers low power consumption to extend the battery life of laptops.
2. Silent Drive Technology: Reduces operating noise, making it ideal for use in quiet environments as it produces less noise than hard drives with higher rotation speeds.
3. Advanced Format Technology: Supports 4K sectors (4096 bytes per sector) instead of the older 512-byte sectors, improving storage efficiency and data integrity.
4. NoTouch Ramp Load Technology: Prevents the read/write heads from touching the disk surface, improving hard drive protection during operation and transportation and extending its service life.
5. SMART Support: Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology monitors the health of the hard drive and alerts you to potential problems to prevent data loss.
Scope
1. Laptops: The WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 is specifically designed for use in laptops and offers a balance between capacity, performance and energy efficiency.
2. Portable Devices: It is also suitable for other portable devices that require a 2.5 inch hard drive, such as external hard drive enclosures or portable backup solutions.
3. Upgrade for Older Laptops: This hard drive can be used as an upgrade for older laptops to expand their storage space and improve performance.
4. General storage: Its 320GB capacity makes it ideal for storing documents, media content, and software on mobile devices.
5. Energy efficient applications: It is ideal for devices where energy efficiency plays an important role, such as laptops that benefit from the energy efficiency of the hard drive.
Summary
The WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 is a 320GB hard drive from the WD Scorpio Blue series, designed specifically for use in laptops and portable devices. With its SATA II interface, 5400 RPM rotation speed, and 8MB cache, it offers a good balance between performance, capacity, and energy efficiency. The hard drive is optimized for quiet operation and reliability, with features such as Advanced Format Technology, NoTouch Ramp Load Technology, and SMART monitoring. These features make it a suitable choice for laptops, portable devices, and as an upgrade for older systems where higher capacity and reliable performance are desired.
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WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 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 WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device.
The WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD3200BEVT-60ZCT0 ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.