WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 | 500 | 231 | 105 | 96 | 1.00 | 1.17 | 9.26 | 3.60 |
The measurement of the WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 should be used.
The WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 is an internal hard drive from Western Digital (WD) that belongs to the well-known WD Blue series. This hard drive is designed for desktop computers and other applications where a solid balance between performance and capacity is required.
Here is a detailed description of the WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 hard drive, including technical details, features and application areas:
General Description
The WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a storage capacity of 500 GB. It belongs to the WD Blue series, which is designed for general use in desktop PCs and laptops. The hard drive offers a reliable and cost-effective solution for storing data and applications.
Technical Details
Basic Features
- Model Name: WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1
- Capacity: 500 GB
- Interface: SATA III (SATA 6 Gb/s)
- Form Factor: 3.5 inches
- Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute)
- Cache Memory: 16 MB
- NAND Type: No NAND Flash memory as this is an HDD.
Performance
- Maximum Transfer Speed:
- SATA III: Up to 6 Gb/s (750 MB/s), although actual transfer rates may vary depending on system configuration and type of data.
- Data Rate: Typically up to 150 MB/s (varies with load and system configuration).
- Access Times: Average around 8-10 ms, depending on type of read or write operation.
- Rotational speed: 7200 RPM for fast data access time and better performance compared to 5400 RPM hard drives.
Protection and management features
- Error correction technology:
- SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology): Monitors the health of the hard drive and can predict potential errors.
- Power management:
- Idle Mode: Reduces power consumption when the hard drive is inactive.
- Acoustic Management: Minimizes noise during operation.
- Warranty: Typically 2-year limited warranty, dependent on purchase terms and Western Digital warranty terms.
Features
- High Capacity: With 500GB of storage, the hard drive offers enough space for operating systems, programs, and a variety of data such as photos, videos, and documents.
- Fast Data Access Times: The hard drive rotates at 7200 RPM, which provides better performance and faster access times compared to slower 5400 RPM hard drives.
- Compatibility: Supports SATA III interface but is backwards compatible with SATA II and SATA I, ensuring broad compatibility with older and newer systems.
- Noise and Vibration Management: Reduces noise levels and vibrations to provide a quieter and more stable operating environment.
Application area
- Desktop PCs: The WD5000AAKX is ideal for use in desktop PCs as a primary or secondary drive for the operating system, applications and data.
- Storage expansion: Suitable as a complement or upgrade to existing storage solutions to increase available storage space.
- Backup solutions: Can be used as an external hard drive (with external enclosure) for data backups and backups.
- Multimedia storage: Well suited for storing large media files such as music, videos and photos.
Benefits and challenges
Benefits
- Cost/performance ratio: Offers good value for money for users who need reliable and large capacity without having to resort to SSDs.
- Good performance: At 7200 RPM, the hard drive offers good performance for most general applications and usage scenarios.
- Compact Design: The 3.5-inch design fits into most desktop PC cases and can be easily installed or replaced when needed.
- Expandability: The large storage space makes it possible to store large amounts of data and meet various data needs.
Challenges
- Slower Speed ​​Compared to SSDs: HDD technology is slower compared to SSDs, especially in access times and data transfer rates.
- Mechanical Wear Parts: Because the hard drive contains mechanical parts, it is more susceptible to physical damage and wear than solid-state drives (SSDs).
- Noise and Vibration Production: Even though the hard drive is acoustically optimized, it can still produce noise and vibration, especially under load.
Conclusion
The WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 is a robust and reliable hard drive from Western Digital designed for general storage needs in desktop PCs. With a capacity of 500 GB, a rotation speed of 7200 RPM and the SATA III interface, it offers good performance for everyday applications and a variety of storage needs. While performance is limited compared to modern SSDs, the WD5000AAKX offers excellent value for money and is ideal for users looking for a cost-effective solution to their storage needs.
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WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 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 WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1.
The WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD5000AAKX-07U6AA1 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.