[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Storage
random write
Writing many small, scattered files, the workload where SSD quality shows most.
Also known as:
random write speed
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Random write performance measures how quickly a drive handles many small scattered writes, a key figure for real-world responsiveness rather than large-file speeds.
See sustained write.
Where random write Matters
Laptops
Frequently Asked Questions
What is random write?
Writing many small, scattered files, the workload where SSD quality shows most.
What terms are related to random write?
Related Storage terms include sequential write, random read.