WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 | 320 | 73 | 73 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 should be used.
The WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 is an internal hard drive (HDD) from Western Digital (WD) that is specifically designed for use in laptops and portable devices. This hard drive offers a reliable and cost-effective storage solution. Here is a detailed description of the hard drive, including technical details, features and application areas:
Technical details
1. Model and manufacturer:
- Model: WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0
- Manufacturer: Western Digital (WD)
2. Capacity:
- Storage Capacity: 320 GB (Gigabytes)
3. Interface:
- Type: SATA (Serial ATA)
- Version: SATA II (3 Gb/s), also backwards compatible with SATA I (1.5 Gb/s)
4. Rotational Speed:
- Speed: 5400 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute). This rotational speed is common for laptop hard drives and offers a good balance between performance and energy consumption.
5. Cache Memory:
- Size: 8 MB cache, which helps improve performance by temporarily storing frequently used data.
6. Form Factor:
- Size: 2.5 inches, which is the standard size for internal laptop hard drives.
7. Physical Dimensions:
- Length: 100 mm
- Width: 69.85 mm
- Height: 9.5 mm
8. Weight:
- Weight: About 100 to 150 grams
9. Power Consumption:
- Operation: About 2 to 2.5 watts
- Idle: About 0.6 to 1 watt
- Standby: Very low, typically below 0.5 watts
10. MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures):
- MTBF: About 600,000 hours, which indicates high reliability.
Features
1. Performance:
- RPM: The 5400 RPM speed provides balanced performance for everyday tasks such as booting the operating system, loading programs, and saving files.
- Cache memory: The 8 MB cache helps to quickly provide frequently used data and improves overall performance when accessing data.
2. Reliability:
- Error correction: Built-in error correction mechanisms ensure data integrity and protection against data loss.
- Vibration and shock protection: The hard drive is designed to withstand shock and vibration, making it more robust in use, especially in mobile devices.
3. Energy efficiency:
- Power consumption: The low power consumption helps extend battery life when the hard drive is used in a laptop.
4. Low noise:
- Operating noise: The hard drive operates relatively quietly, as the 5400 RPM speed generally produces less noise than higher speeds.
5. Technology:
- Advanced Format: Supports Advanced Format technology, which uses larger sectors to improve storage density and optimize error correction.
Areas of application
1. Laptops:
- Primary Storage: Ideal as main storage in laptops to improve system performance and provide space for operating systems and applications.
- Upgrade: Can be used to expand or replace the storage capacity of an existing laptop.
2. Desktop PCs:
- Secondary Storage: Also useful as secondary storage in desktop PCs to provide additional storage space for data, backups or media files.
3. External Enclosure:
- Portable Storage: Can be built into an external hard drive store to provide portable storage for data or backups.
4. Smaller Servers and NAS:
- Smaller Storage Systems: Suitable for smaller servers or Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems that do not have extremely high performance requirements.
5. Backup and Archiving:
- Data Backup: Useful for regular data backup and archiving due to the sufficient capacity.
Important Considerations
- Capacity: At 320GB, the capacity is sufficient for many users, especially for everyday applications. For larger storage needs, a higher capacity hard drive might be required.
- Performance: The 5400 RPM speed is good for everyday applications, but for intensive applications or gaming, a 7200 RPM hard drive or an SSD might be preferred for better performance.
- Compatibility: Check the physical dimensions and interface compatibility with your laptop or desktop PC before installing the hard drive.
The WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 offers solid performance and reliability for users looking for a cost-effective and functional storage solution for laptops or desktop PCs. Its combination of capacity, power efficiency, and durability makes it a great choice for various applications, from everyday tasks to advanced storage solutions.
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WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 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 WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0.
The WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD3200BPVT-24ZEST0 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.