HDD Vs SSD : Which one is better for you

Storage device: A hardware component that is used to store digital data is known as a storage device. Digital data could be images, documents, music, video & apps. Every laptop, desktop, tablet, camera, & mobiles uses some kind of storage device to store data.

Types of storage device: There are two types of storage devices Primary & secondary.

1. Primary storage device: Primary storage stores data temporarily, data got erased once the system is switched off. Primary storage refers to RAM usually, which allows you to perform multiple tasks at a time. Like opening any document, App, web page & playing games.

2. Secondary storage device: Secondary storage stores data permanently, data remain available even after the system is switched off. There are many Secondary storage options available in the market, like HDD, SSD, Memory card, Pendrives, DVD, CD & floppy drives. But if we talk about laptops & desktops there are mainly HDD & SSD are used to store data.

HDD (Hard disk drive):

A hard disk drive is an electro-mechanical device, that has a rotating magnetic disk to store digital data and uses a moving Read/write head to access stored data. HDD is also called a magnetic storage device. These traditional hard disks are available in two different sizes 2.5 inches & 3.5 inches. 

HDD can be connected to a desktop or laptop by standard interface cables such as SATA, PATA, USB & SAS.

HDDs are still used widely because they are cheaper & available in much more storage capacities than SSDs.

Pros:  Cheaper as compare to SSD

           Have higher storage capacity

Cons: HDD is less resistant to physical shock

           HDD makes noise when they run

           Slow data transfer & access time 

           Bad sectors easily affect HDD

           Consume more power

SSD (Solid-state drive):

A solid-state drive use chips to store data instead of rotating magnetic disk, these chips are known as flash memory chips. Widely used SSD storage capacities are 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB. Where some high-end computers/laptop also comes with up to 8TB of SSD. 

A 2.5 inch SSD can be easily installed into the available HDD drive bay, which makes it easy for a user to upgrade its desktop or laptop from an HDD to SSD. 

SSD uses several connector types to connect with your desktop or laptop, like SATA, mSATA, SATA express, PCI, PCIe, M.2, U.2, and nowadays some SSD comes soldered to the motherboard. 

Due to their compact size & multiple connector capability, SSD is used to manufacture thin & light computers, laptops & tablets. 

Pros: SSD is more resistant to physical shock

         SSD works without making any noise

         Faster data transfer & access time 

         Compact & light weight

         SSD consumes less power

         SSD is more reliable

Cons: Expensive as compared to HDD

            Storage capacities constraint 

Conclusion: 

If you are looking for a future-ready system you should go with SSD, because they are fast, safe & reliable. HDDs are still the most commonly used storage drive because they provide the best value for your money. Those who are looking for a cheaper option can still go with HDD.

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