To run a write test, type or paste the following command: dd if=/dev/zero of=/tmp/tempfile bs=1M count=1024 conv=fdatasync To test your disk's read speed next, we need a little more setup.

In 2025, your choice of storage is no longer speed vs size, it’s about matching the right tool to the right task. Solid State Drives (SSDs) are the king of speed, silence and durability and Hard ...

The pros and cons of these respective types of drives are well-known (see our piece on SSD vs HDD). SSDs are speedy and optimal for performance, while HDD drives are cheaper and good for mass storage.