Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K HDD noise (normal) less than computer ?

I am deciding between a Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K HDD + DVD Recorder and a Magnavox ZV427MG9 DVD Recorder + VCR. I suspect a HDD is better, but am leery of its noise. My computer HDD has been too loud for me since it was new (I’m more sensitive than most people). Panasonic claims “Locating the HDD damper closer to the hard disk drive than in conventional hard disk drive mounting configurations effectively improves absorption of hard disk drive vibrations.” and “automatically adjusts fan speed based on information received from an internal heat sensor…when the temperature is low, the fan shuts off entirely, providing whisper-quiet operation.”. Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K owners: at the same distance, is your recorder much quieter than your computer ? Was it worse during hot summer days ? Is it similar to DVD Recorder noise ? (I have a Sony DVD Recorder)