WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 | 500 | 225 | 99 | 94 | 1.25 | 1.44 | 11.13 | 3.02 |
The measurement of the WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 should be used.
The WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 is a hard drive from Western Digital (WD) that belongs to the WD Black series. This series is designed for performance and reliability, especially for applications that require high data transfer rates and fast access times. Here are the comprehensive details and specifications of this hard drive:
Technical Details
1. Model Name: WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2
2. Manufacturer: Western Digital (WD)
3. Capacity: 500 GB (Gigabytes)
4. Form Factor: 2.5 inches (standard laptop hard drive size)
5. Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
6. Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute)
7. Cache Memory: 16 MB
8. Interface Speed: 6 Gb/s (SATA III)
Features
1. High Performance:
- 7200 RPM: The high rotational speed enables fast access times and fast data transfer rates, resulting in better overall performance compared to 5400 RPM hard drives.
- Cache Memory: The 16MB cache memory improves performance by caching frequently accessed data, which reduces access times and increases overall speed.
2. Interface:
- SATA III (6 Gb/s): Offers high transfer rates compared to older SATA II interfaces, making the drive ideal for applications that require high data transfer rates.
3. Reliability:
- Intelligent Error Correction: Uses advanced error correction and detection algorithms to ensure data integrity and reliability.
4. Thermal Management:
- Thermal Monitoring: Built-in operating temperature monitoring technologies help prevent overheating and extend the life of the drive.
5. Volume:
- Quiet operation: Designed for quiet operation, making it ideal for use cases where low noise is desired.
Application
1. Desktop PCs:
- Secondary storage: Ideal as additional storage space in desktop PCs for data, games or applications that benefit from the fast performance of the 7200 RPM.
2. Laptops:
- Main or secondary hard drive: The 2.5" size makes it a good fit for laptops. Offers more storage capacity than many standard laptop hard drives with comparable performance.
3. Gaming systems:
- Game installation: The high speed and capacity makes it good for game installation and storage where fast loading and data access are an advantage.
4. Workstations:
- Performance-oriented applications: Useful for workstations that require high performance in data processing or graphics-intensive tasks, such as video and image editing.
5. External storage solutions:
- External enclosure: Can be used in external hard drive enclosures to provide an additional and powerful external storage option.
Physical specifications
1. Dimensions:
- Form factor: 2.5 inches (69.85mm x 100.2mm x 9.5mm), suitable for laptop and compact desktop applications.
2. Weight:
- Typically around 90-120g, making them light enough for mobile use in laptops.
3. Case material:
- Robust metal or plastic for protection and durability.
Additional Details
- Compatibility:
- SATA III: Must be connected to a motherboard or interface that supports SATA III to take advantage of maximum speeds.
- Temperature Range:
- Operating Temperature: Typically from 0°C to 60°C
- Storage Temperature: From -40°C to 70°C
- Warranty:
- Typically 2 year limited warranty, dependent on manufacturer's terms.
Summary
The WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 is a high performance 500GB hard drive from Western Digital that features a high 7200 RPM rotation speed and SATA III connector. It offers fast data transfer, high reliability and quiet operation. This hard drive is suitable for desktop PCs, laptops, gaming systems and workstations where high performance and additional storage capacity are required. Their size and performance also make them a good choice for use in external enclosures.
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WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 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 WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2.
The WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD5000LPLX-60ZNTT2 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.