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    Hard drive

    Discussion in 'Other Manufacturers' started by kanatrell, Mar 1, 2007.

  1. kanatrell

    kanatrell Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello

    I´s there a big difference whit a 7200 RPM hard drive than a 5400 RPM, when you are gaming and jusing other softwares???
     
    kanatrell, Mar 1, 2007
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    If both hard drives are the same size, a 7200 RPM will alllow you to access data faster than a 5400 RPM drive. This in turn will decrease loading times. So, with a faster hard drive, you'll see a decrease in the amount of time it takes your computer to boot, load programs, and load levels in games. You WILL NOT see an increase in performance once in a game or once things are loaded, you simply will not have to wait as long. The larger the disk, the "faster" it seeks data, so a high-density low-rpm drive is faster than a low-density low-rpm drive.

    If you have the extra $$, a faster disk would be a nice thing to have.
     
    vespoli, Mar 1, 2007
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    IronStomach Notebook Enthusiast

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    One other thing to consider is that faster drives in notebooks also result in more heat generated. This isn't a huge thing for most systems, but depending on personal preference, you may want your laptop as cool as possible, and having a 7200 rpm drive as opposed to a 5400 does raise the HDD temperature by a few degrees under load.
     
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  4. vespoli

    vespoli 402 NBR Reviewer

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    There are conflicting opinions on that point: discussion.

    However, I feel that any extra heat possibly generated would not be sufficient to outweigh the benefits of a faster disk.
     
    vespoli, Mar 1, 2007
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  5. kanatrell

    kanatrell Notebook Enthusiast

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    Okey, thanx, i´ll think i will go fore the 7200 RPM
     
    kanatrell, Mar 1, 2007
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    motors4fun Notebook Enthusiast

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    I just installed the Hitachi 100 gig from new egg. 7200 rpm. It was a breeeze to install and i have found that the system is much more responsive overall. I noticed only a marginal raise in temp on the palm rest. Also my battery indicator only shows 15 minutes less time then my old 40 gig 5400 drive. I would reccomend this drive to anyone looking for a bigger/faster drive.
     
    motors4fun, Mar 1, 2007
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  7. chrisyano

    chrisyano Hall Monitor NBR Reviewer

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    Definitely read through the link provided by vespoli above. It's an excellent source of information/input on the topic.

    I'd say having the faster HD is a nice upgrade to have but by no means necessary. If price and budget restraints are an issue--the 5400 RPM drive will work just fine. But if you really like every little bit of performance/speed and don't mind spending for it--go for the 7200 RPM ones.
     
    chrisyano, Mar 2, 2007
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