WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0
User Benchmarks
Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 | 500 | 1219 | 493 | 474 | 26.23 | 56.29 | 0.16 | 0.08 |
WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 | 500 | 1185 | 433 | 403 | 226.43 | 213.38 | 0.18 | 0.11 |
WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 | 500 | 1085 | 442 | 411 | 56.71 | 44.60 | 0.22 | 0.16 |
WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 | 500 | 757 | 485 | 73 | 219.12 | 7.52 | 0.17 | 0.73 |
WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 | 500 | 671 | 244 | 235 | 88.96 | 78.91 | 0.30 | 0.19 |
The measurement of the WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 should be used.
The WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0, also known as Western Digital WD Blue 500GB SSD, is a solid state drive (SSD) designed for use in various computers and laptops. It offers a combination of high performance, reliability and efficiency.
Technical details:
- Capacity: 500GB
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gbit/s)
- Form factor: 2.5 inch
- Storage technology: 3D NAND
- Max. sequential read performance: Up to 545 MB/s
- Max. sequential write performance: Up to 425 MB/s
- Cache: 128 MB DRAM Cache
- TBW (Total Bytes Written): Approximately 200 TBW
- Power consumption:
- Idle: Approx. 0.3 W
- Operation: Approx. 2.7 W
Features:
- High Performance: With a maximum sequential read speed of up to 545 MB/s and a write speed of up to 425 MB/s, the WD Blue SSD delivers fast data transfer rates for improved system performance and faster boot times.
- 3D NAND Technology: The use of 3D NAND flash memory improves reliability, durability and performance compared to older NAND technologies.
- Energy Efficiency: Low power consumption, which is especially useful for laptops as it extends battery life.
- Built-in Software: Often comes with Western Digital SSD Dashboard software, which provides features for monitoring drive health, managing firmware updates, and performing drive optimizations.
- Security: Support for hardware-based encryption (256-bit AES) to store data securely.
Areas of application:
- System Upgrades: Ideal for upgrading laptops and desktops to improve system speed and reduce application startup and loading times.
- Multimedia: Good for storing and editing large media files such as photos, videos and music.
- Everyday Uses: Perfect for use in everyday computers that require improved performance and responsiveness.
- Backup Storage: Useful for storing backups and important documents thanks to the fast access speeds and reliability of the SSD.
The WD Blue 500GB SSD (WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0) offers an excellent blend of performance, capacity and energy efficiency, making it an attractive choice for a variety of storage needs.
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WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 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 WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0.
The WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WDS500G1B0A-00H9H0 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.