Generally speaking is it true that smaller files transfer much slower than big files?
Assuming 2 similar HDDs, both about half full, both recently defragged, using the same type of interface - SATA3, SATA2...
I know it depends a lot on the size of the files but is there any general rule of thumb?
I ask because I see 100-150MB/s moving large files - .avi files, .wav, etc. - and as low as 10-20MB/s for small, 100K files (according to Windows transfer popup).
I'm sure the info I'm looking for is in the benchmarks, found all over the place but I just don't have the patience right now to sort through them...if you'll kindly indulge a lazy sort on a Sunday afternoon I'd really appreciate it. Thanks!