WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 | 500 | 205 | 96 | 81 | 0.89 | 1.20 | 11.51 | 3.61 |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 | 500 | 203 | 93 | 78 | 1.02 | 1.42 | 7.58 | 2.59 |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 | 500 | 177 | 96 | 81 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 | 500 | 175 | 82 | 68 | 0.79 | 1.14 | 10.10 | 3.68 |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 | 500 | 139 | 60 | 55 | 1.11 | 1.10 | 8.55 | 3.03 |
| WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 | 500 | 136 | 70 | 47 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 should be used.
The Western Digital WD5000AADS-00S9B0 is a 3.5-inch hard drive from Western Digital's WD Caviar Green series. This series is known for its energy-efficient drives that offer a balance between performance and power consumption. Here are the comprehensive details about this model:
1. Technical details
- Modell: Western Digital WD5000AADS-00S9B0
- Capacity: 500GB
- Form factor: 3.5 inches
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gb/s)
- Protocol: AHCI
- Speed: 7200 RPM (revolutions per minute)
- Cache: 32 MB
- Average access time: Approximately 8.9 ms (depending on various factors and measurement methods)
- Power consumption: Energy saving mode (Green) with low power consumption compared to conventional hard drives
2. Functions
- SATA II interface: The hard drive uses the SATA II interface, which enables a maximum data transfer rate of up to 3 Gb/s. It is backwards compatible with older SATA-I and SATA-III standards.
- 7200 RPM Speed: This high speed provides fast data access times and good overall performance, suitable for everyday applications and average data workloads.
- 32 MB Cache: The cache helps to temporarily store frequently accessed data to improve hard drive performance and reduce access times.
- Green Technology: The WD Caviar Green series is characterized by its low power consumption, which is both environmentally friendly and reduces operating costs.
3. Areas of application
- Desktop Computers: The WD5000AADS is well suited for desktop PCs where a balance between performance and energy efficiency is desired.
- Data Storage: Ideal for storing data, documents, photos, music and videos.
- Backup Solutions: Can be used in backup systems to secure important data.
- System Upgrades: Useful for upgrading older systems or expanding storage space.
4. Advantages
- Energy Efficiency: Green technology reduces energy consumption, which is both environmentally friendly and cost-saving.
- Reliability: The WD Caviar Green series is known for its reliability and longevity.
- Sufficient capacity: With 500 GB, the hard drive offers enough storage space for many applications and data.
- Fast performance: With a speed of 7200 RPM, the hard drive offers good performance for everyday tasks.
5. Disadvantages
- Compared to SSDs: The WD5000AADS is slower compared to modern SSDs, especially in read and write speeds. SSDs offer higher transfer rates and lower access times.
- Noise and vibration: Mechanical hard drives can be louder and vibrate more than SSDs, although modern models minimize this noise.
6. Installation and Compatibility
- Installation: The hard drive is installed in a free 3.5-inch bay of the desktop PC. It is connected via a SATA data cable and a power cable.
- Compatibility: The WD5000AADS is compatible with most desktop PCs that offer an available 3.5" SATA bay. It is also compatible with older SATA II and SATA I ports.
Summary
The Western Digital WD5000AADS-00S9B0 is a 500 GB hard drive from the WD Caviar Green series that offers a good balance between performance and energy efficiency. With a speed of 7200 RPM and a 32 MB cache, it delivers solid performance for everyday applications. Its Green technology reduces energy consumption, which is both environmentally friendly and cost-saving. Although it is slower compared to SSDs, it still offers a reliable and powerful solution for storage needs in desktop computers and backup systems.
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WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 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 WD5000AADS-00S9B0.
The WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD5000AADS-00S9B0 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.