When a computer still uses a traditional hard drive, boot times are slow, programs lag, and file transfers feel endless. This slows your work, wastes your free time, and can make a laptop feel heavy to use. The Kingston A400 120GB M.2 SATA SSD replaces that slow drive with flash memory, giving you fast start-up, quick loading, and reliable storage in a tiny package.
Kingston A400 120GB M.2 SATA SSD, 500MB/s Read Speed, Reliable Solid State Drive with Kingston
Imagine turning on your PC and being at the desktop in seconds. This solid-state drive is built for laptops and desktops that need a speed boost without changing the whole system. If you are tired of waiting for Windows to load or for games to start, this drive gives you the answer. Kingstons proven controller pushes data at up to 500 MB/s, so everyday tasks feel smooth. It works with any SATA III motherboard, so you do not need a new computer. The drive also includes built-in error-correction, which protects your files from corruption. Because there are no moving parts, the SSD stays cool even during long gaming sessions.
Usages
Use the SSD to replace an old 5400 RPM hard drive in a notebook, giving you a lighter and quieter machine. Install it in a desktop tower to speed up the operating system and store frequently used applications. It also works well as a secondary drive for games, photos, or video projects that need fast read access. It is ideal for students who need quick access to lecture videos, for photographers storing RAW images, and for small business owners running accounting software. The SSD can serve as a cache drive for video editing programs, cutting render times dramatically.
Benefits
- Faster boot and login times let you start work in seconds.
- Quick program loading reduces waiting and keeps you productive.
- Silent operation eliminates noisy spinning disks for a calm workspace.
- Low power draw extends laptop battery life throughout the day.
- Shock-resistant design protects data if the device is dropped.
Key Features
- 120 GB TLC flash memory for reliable storage.
- M.2 SATA III form factor fits thin laptops.
- Sequential read speed up to 500 MB/s.
- Sequential write speed up to 320 MB/s.
- SATA III 6 Gb/s interface ensures compatibility.
- Shock and vibration resistance for mobile use.
- MTBF of one million hours for long life.
- CE and FCC certified for safety.
- Power consumption as low as 0.195 W idle.
- Weight only 5.5 g, easy to handle.
Choosing this SSD gives you a fast, quiet, and durable upgrade that fits any modern laptop or desktop. It is an easy swap that instantly improves performance without extra cost.
Specifications
| Features |
| Certification |
CE, FCC |
| TBW rating |
40 |
| Protection features |
Shock resistant, Vibration proof |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) |
1000000 h |
| Write speed |
320 MB/s |
| Read speed |
500 MB/s |
| Data transfer rate |
6 Gbit/s |
| Component for |
PC/Laptop |
| Memory type |
TLC |
| NVMe |
No |
| Interface |
Serial ATA III |
| SSD form factor |
M.2 |
| SSD capacity |
120 GB |
| Power |
| Power consumption (idle) |
0.195 W |
| Power consumption (average) |
0.279 W |
| Power consumption (write) |
1.535 W |
| Power consumption (read) |
0.642 W |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Weight |
5.5 g |
| Height |
1.35 mm |
| Depth |
22 mm |
| Width |
80 mm |
| Operational conditions |
| Non-operating vibration |
20 G |
| Operating vibration |
2.17 G |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-40 - 85 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 70 °C |
| Other features |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 70 °C |
