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    4200 vs 5400

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Tobias, Apr 29, 2005.

  1. Tobias

    Tobias Notebook Enthusiast

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    What is the differences between a 4200 rpm drive and a 5400 one if you compare speed, power consumption, heat generation and noise?
     
    Tobias, Apr 29, 2005
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    qwester Notebook Virtuoso

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    go to the hardware forum. there is a sticky on top that will answer your question.

    My answer. Same power consumption, same heat, 5400RPM faster. I see no point to choose the 4200RPM option when a 5400RPM option can be had.

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    qwester, Apr 29, 2005
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    And if you have the money for it, the 7200 offers close to desktop performance :)
     
    mybs, May 2, 2005
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