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2 | | -title: Understand the difference between Block Storage volumes and Block Storage volumes |
3 | | -description: Learn the key differences between Block Storage and Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes to choose the optimal storage solution for your needs. |
| 2 | +title: Understand the difference between Block Storage volumes |
| 3 | +description: Learn the key differences between Block Storage legacy, Block Storage 5K IOPS, and Block Storage 15K IOPS volumes to choose the optimal storage solution for your needs. |
4 | 4 | tags: differences-5kiops volumes block-storage 5kiops |
5 | 5 | dates: |
6 | | - validation: 2025-09-17 |
| 6 | + validation: 2025-10-14 |
7 | 7 | posted: 2024-09-05 |
8 | 8 | --- |
9 | 9 |
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10 | 10 | import BlockStorageVolumeTypes from '@macros/block-storage/block-storage-volume-types.mdx' |
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12 | | -When creating volumes from the Scaleway console, you are prompted to choose between [Block Storage](/block-storage/) volumes, [block volumes (Block Storage)](/instances/concepts/#block-volumes), and [local volumes (Local Storage)](/instances/concepts/#volumes). |
13 | | - |
14 | | -This page provides information about the differences between Block Storage and Block Storage 5K [IOPS](/block-storage/concepts/#iops) volumes. |
| 12 | +This page provides information about the differences between Block Storage legacy, and Block Storage 5K IOPS, and Block Storage 15K IOPS volumes. |
15 | 13 |
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16 | 14 | Refer to the [dedicated documentation](/instances/concepts/#volumes) to learn about the differences between Block Storage and Local Storage volumes. |
17 | 15 |
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18 | | -## Overview |
| 16 | +## Block Storage volume types overview |
19 | 17 |
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20 | 18 | <BlockStorageVolumeTypes /> |
21 | 19 |
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22 | | -## Underlying hardware |
23 | | - |
24 | | - - **Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes**: |
25 | | - |
26 | | - - They are built using older-generation SSDs. This means that the hardware is slower, as it uses older SSD technology. |
27 | | - - The 5K IOPS is split between read and write operations, resulting in a total of 10K IOPS (5K for reads and 5K for writes). |
28 | | - |
29 | | - - **Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes**: |
30 | | - |
31 | | - - They are powered by modern NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) disks. |
32 | | - - NVMe technology provides better performance and is optimized for high-speed storage operations. |
33 | | - |
34 | | -## Performance |
35 | | - |
36 | | - - **Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes**: |
37 | | - |
38 | | - - Their performance is limited by the older SSD hardware, which can result in slower data access and higher latency. |
39 | | - - The older technology may impact overall speed and responsiveness. |
40 | | - |
41 | | - - **Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes**: |
42 | | - |
43 | | - - Delivers better performance thanks to NVMe disks, which handle 5K IOPS for both read and write operations combined. |
44 | | - - This provides a significant boost in data processing speed and efficiency. |
45 | | - |
46 | | -## Latency |
47 | | - |
48 | | - - **Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes**: |
49 | | - |
50 | | - - Higher latency due to the use of older SSDs. |
51 | | - - This can lead to slower application response times, especially in scenarios requiring rapid data access. |
52 | | - |
53 | | - - **Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes**: |
54 | | - |
55 | | - - Offers lower latency and faster access times, making it ideal for applications that require quick data retrieval. |
56 | | - - The use of NVMe technology ensures a smoother and more responsive experience. |
| 20 | +## Block Storage 5K and Block Storage legacy comparison |
57 | 21 |
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| 22 | +| | Block Storage legacy volumes | Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes | |
| 23 | +|--------------|-----------------------------|-------------------------------| |
| 24 | +| **Underlying hardware** | Built using older-generation SSDs. 5K IOPS split between read and write (total 10K IOPS). | Powered by modern NVMe disks. NVMe provides better performance and is optimized for high-speed operations. | |
| 25 | +| **Performance** | Limited by older SSD hardware, slower data access, higher latency. | Better performance with NVMe disks, 5K IOPS for both read and write combined, faster and more efficient. | |
| 26 | +| **Latency** | Higher latency due to older SSDs, slower application response times. | Lower latency, faster access times, ideal for quick data retrieval, smoother experience with NVMe. | |
58 | 27 |
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59 | 28 | ## Summary |
60 | 29 |
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61 | | -- **Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes** rely on older, slower SSD technology, leading to higher latency and lower overall performance. |
62 | | - |
| 30 | +- **Block Storage legacy volumes** rely on older, slower SSD technology, leading to higher latency and lower overall performance. |
63 | 31 | - **Block Storage 5K IOPS volumes** use advanced NVMe disks, offering improved performance, lower latency, and faster data access. |
64 | 32 |
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65 | | -For tasks where performance and are crucial, Block Storage volumes provide a more effective solution due to the modern hardware and technological improvements. |
| 33 | +For tasks where performance and are crucial, Block Storage volumes provide a more effective solution due to the modern hardware and technological improvements. |
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