CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) — Question 152

An end user needs to upgrade the hard drive on a laptop and wants one that is fast and shock resistant. Which of the following is the BEST option for this end user?

Answer options

• A. Hybrid HHD/SSD
• B. 5,400rpm HDD
• C. 7,200rpm HDD
• D. NVMe SDD

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The NVMe SDD is the best option as it provides significantly faster read and write speeds compared to traditional HDDs, and it is more shock-resistant due to the lack of moving parts. In contrast, the 5,400rpm and 7,200rpm HDDs are slower and more vulnerable to damage from drops, while a Hybrid HHD/SSD, although faster than a standard HDD, does not match the performance of a full SSD.