WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 | 320 | 130 | 58 | 54 | 0.70 | 0.88 | 12.62 | 5.08 |
The measurement of the WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 should be used.
The WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 is a 320GB hard drive from Western Digital that belongs to the WD Scorpio Blue series. This series is designed for use in mobile computers such as laptops and offers a mix of performance, capacity and energy efficiency. Here is the detailed information about this model:
1. General Description
The WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 is a 2.5-inch hard drive that stands out for its moderate capacity and special features for use in portable computers. It offers a good balance between storage space, energy efficiency and quiet operation, making it a popular choice for laptops and external hard drive systems.
2. Technical Details
- Capacity: 320 GB. This capacity provides enough space for operating systems, applications and personal data such as documents, music and photos.
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch. The form factor is standard for laptop hard drives and many external enclosures.
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gbps). SATA II offers solid performance and is backwards compatible with older SATA I and newer SATA III devices. The interface allows for easy integration into various systems.
- Speed: 5400 RPM (revolutions per minute). The 5400 RPM speed offers a good balance between performance and energy efficiency, resulting in lower noise and lower power consumption compared to faster 7200 RPM models.
- Cache: 16 MB. The cache acts as a fast buffer for data, improving the overall performance of the hard drive by making frequently accessed data available more quickly.
- Average Access Time: About 12 ms (milliseconds). This describes the time it takes for the hard drive to access stored data.
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): About 600,000 hours. This long MTBF indicates high reliability and a long lifespan of the hard drive.
- Power Consumption:
- Idle: About 1.5 W.
- Under Load: About 2.5 W.
- Power Saving Mode: The hard drive uses power management features to reduce power consumption and extend battery life in laptops.
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 °C. The hard drive is designed to operate in a wide temperature range and offers good temperature stability.
- Noise Level:
- Operating: Up to 25 dB(A).
- Idle: About 24 dB(A). The hard drive is relatively quiet, which contributes to a pleasant user experience.
3. Features
- SMART Monitoring: Supports Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) to monitor the health of the hard drive and detect potential problems early.
- Advanced Format: The hard drive uses Advanced Format technology to optimize the hard drive's memory blocks and maximize storage capacity.
- IntelliSeek: This feature optimizes access times and minimizes energy consumption by optimizing the positioning of the hard drive read/write heads.
- SilentSeek: Reduces the noise level when accessing data, resulting in quieter operation.
- NoTouch Ramp Load Technology: Prevents physical contact between the read/write head and the hard drive when it is not in use. This reduces wear and extends the life of the hard drive.
4. Application
- Laptops: Ideal as a main or secondary hard drive in laptops as it offers a good combination of capacity, performance and energy efficiency.
- External hard drive enclosures: Can be used in external enclosures to provide additional storage space for data and backups.
- Upgrading HDDs: Useful as a replacement for an existing hard drive in older systems to increase storage capacity or to replace a faulty hard drive.
- Backup solutions: Can be used as a storage solution for backup purposes as it offers sufficient capacity and is reliable.
5. Special features
- Energy efficiency: The 5400 RPM rotation speed and advanced energy management features ensure reduced energy consumption, making the hard drive particularly suitable for use in mobile devices.
- Compact design: The 2.5-inch form factor allows easy integration into a variety of devices, including portable computers and external enclosures.
- Quiet operation: The low noise level ensures quiet operation, which is particularly beneficial in quiet environments such as offices or home office use.
- High reliability: The long MTBF and advanced protection mechanisms contribute to long-term reliability and data integrity.
In summary, the Western Digital WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 offers a solid and reliable storage solution for a wide range of applications. It is particularly well suited for users who need a balanced hard drive for their laptop or as external storage, with a focus on energy efficiency, quiet operation and reliable performance.
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WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 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-80A0RT1.
The WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD3200BEVT-80A0RT1 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.