Difference Between SATA and PATA

In this post, we will understand the difference between SATA and PATA −

PATA

• It stands for Parallel Advanced Technology Attachment.

• It is a 40 pin connector.

• It is expensive.

• The speed of data transfer is low.

• It consumes more power.

• The size of the cable is big.

• It doesn’t come with hot swapping feature.

• External hard drives can’t be used with PATA.

SATA

• It stands for Serial Advanced Technology Attachment.

• It is a 7 pin connector.

• It is cheap.

• The speed of data transfer is high.

• It consumes less power.

• The size of the cable is small.

• It comes with the hot swapping feature.

• External hard drives can be used with SATA.