What is the read speed of a mechanical hard disk

Mechanical hard disk read speed is typically between 50-90MB/s.

A mechanical hard drive is a storage device that uses rotating disks and read/write heads to read and store data. Compared to SSDs, mechanical hard disks are slower. However, mechanical hard disks are still widely used in a wide range of application scenarios because they are relatively inexpensive and have a large capacity. The read speed of a mechanical hard disk varies depending on factors such as brand, model and performance.

Generally speaking, the read speed of a mechanical hard disk is between 50-90MB/s, while that of a solid state drive is faster, usually between 150-300MB/s. In practice, the read speed of a mechanical hard disk is also affected by other factors, such as the use of the hard disk, file size and storage location. If the hard disk has problems such as bad sectors or file system corruption, it will also affect the read speed.

So if you need more accurate data, it is recommended that you use a professional storage performance test tool to do the test. Meanwhile, when choosing a mechanical hard drive, you can also select a model with higher read speeds based on your personal needs and budget.

Advantages of mechanical hard drives

1, large storage capacity: mechanical hard drives usually have a larger storage capacity than solid state drives, which can meet the needs of a large number of storage.

2, low cost: mechanical hard disk production costs are relatively low, so the price is more competitive.

3, good compatibility: mechanical hard disk has been around for a long time, so it has good compatibility and can be used with a variety of devices and systems.

4, good stability: mechanical hard disk read and write speed is relatively stable, there will be no sudden fluctuations and lag phenomenon.

5, suitable for large file storage: Because of the large storage capacity of mechanical hard disk, it is suitable for storing large files, such as videos and pictures.

It should be noted that mechanical hard disk also has some shortcomings, such as slower speed, easy to damage, etc., so you need to pay attention to the protection and maintenance in the process of use.