WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 | 500 | 155 | 69 | 66 | 0.79 | 0.87 | 12.20 | 5.02 |
The measurement of the WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 should be used.
The WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 is a 2.5-inch internal hard drive from Western Digital that belongs to the Scorpio Blue series. Designed for use in laptops and portable devices, this hard drive offers a combination of capacity, energy efficiency and reliability. Here is a detailed overview of the model, including technical specifications, features and areas of application:
Technical details and specifications
1. Product type:
- The WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 is an internal SATA hard drive used in laptops and portable devices. It belongs to the WD Scorpio Blue series, which is known for its quiet operation and energy efficiency.
2. Capacity:
- The hard drive has a storage capacity of 500 GB. This capacity offers enough space for a variety of data, including operating systems, applications, documents, photos, music and videos.
3. Form factor:
- The form factor is 2.5 inches, which is optimized for use in laptops and portable devices. 2.5-inch hard drives are smaller and lighter than the common 3.5-inch models and fit into the compact cases of laptops.
4. Interface:
- The hard drive uses the SATA (Serial ATA) interface. The model number indicates that it is SATA II (SATA 3Gb/s) which offers a maximum transfer rate of 3 Gb/s.
5. Rotation Speed:
- The WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 has a rotation speed of 5400 RPM (revolutions per minute). This speed is typical for laptop hard drives and offers a good compromise between performance and power consumption.
6. Cache Memory:
- The hard drive has a cache memory of 16 MB. The cache memory temporarily stores frequently used data to reduce access times and improve the overall performance of the hard drive.
7. Maximum Transfer Rate:
- The maximum data transfer rate is around 150 MB/s which is the maximum speed of the SATA II interface.
8. Power Consumption:
- The WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 is known for its low power consumption. Typical consumption is around 2.5W when running and around 0.6W when idle. This helps improve battery life in laptops.
9. Reliability and durability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): The mean time to failure is typically over 600,000 hours, indicating high reliability.
- G-Force Protection: The hard drive offers shock and vibration protection mechanisms to ensure data integrity and protect the hard drive from physical damage.
10. Build quality and noise level:
- The WD5000BEVT is known for its quiet operation. The noise level when running is typically around 25dB, making it a good choice for environments where low noise is important.
Features and application area
1. Laptop and mobile applications:
- The WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 is specially designed for use in laptops and portable devices. The 2.5-inch form factor and low power consumption make it ideal for mobile applications where energy efficiency and compact design are important.
2. Storage expansion:
- With a capacity of 500 GB, this hard drive can be used to expand the storage in laptops or external enclosures. It offers enough space for operating systems, applications and personal data.
3. Energy efficiency:
- The low power consumption makes this hard drive particularly suitable for use in battery-operated devices such as laptops, as it helps extend battery life.
4. Replacement hard drive:
- The hard drive can be used as a replacement for defective or outdated hard drives in laptops. It offers a reliable storage solution and is a good choice for replacement in older devices.
5. Data storage and backup:
- With 500 GB, the hard drive offers enough storage space for storing documents, photos, music and videos. It is well suited for daily data backup and archiving.
6. Quiet operation:
- The low noise level makes the WD5000BEVT a good choice for environments where quiet operation is important, such as quiet offices or while working in libraries.
Conclusion
The WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 is a reliable and energy-efficient 2.5-inch hard drive with a capacity of 500 GB that is ideal for use in laptops and portable devices. With a rotation speed of 5400 rpm, a cache of 16 MB and the SATA II interface, it offers solid performance for everyday tasks. Its low power consumption and quiet operation make it particularly suitable for mobile use and environments where low noise is important. This hard drive is a good choice for replacing or expanding the memory in laptops and portable devices and offers a reliable solution for storing data and applications.
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WDC WD5000BEVT-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 WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1.
The WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD5000BEVT-80A0RT1 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.