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Hard drive data rates have not exceeded ATA100 limits yet, so why should I switch to SATA?

April 26, 2017ata100 Data exceeded limits rates SATA Switch

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Hard drive data rates have not exceeded ATA100 limits yet, so why should I switch to SATA?

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The maximum internal data rate on an IDE disc drive today is about 72 MB/s. The ATA/100 data transfer rate has not been reached, but one of the reasons IDE performance is where it is today is the expandable data path PATA has allowed. That data path in PATA has reached its limit. SATA allows hard drives to continue to offer performance and reliability at cost parity to PATA. In addition, SATA interface requires less voltage, meaning better power consumption and management in both desktop and mobile applications. The thinner cable allows for flexible designs and improved airflow in smaller form factors.