Transcend
Transcend SSD225S 500GB SATA 2.5-inch internal hard drive
A 500 GB 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drive with read speeds up to 530 MB/s and write speeds up to 480 MB/s for faster system performance
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries and applications
- SATA 6 Gb/s interface enables straightforward desktop or laptop upgrades
- Sequential read up to 530 MB/s accelerates boot and load times
- Sequential write up to 480 MB/s speeds up file saves and transfers
- Slim 7 mm 2.5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays and slim laptops
Upgrade path for laptops and desktops
The Transcend SSD225S is a 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drive that delivers 500 GB of storage. It is built for users who want faster application loading and extra capacity without changing their existing drive bay or interface.
Speed gains from SLC caching and 3D NAND
The drive uses 3D NAND flash combined with SLC caching to reach sequential reads up to 530 MB/s and writes up to 480 MB/s. That boost shortens boot times and file transfers on any system that supports SATA 6 Gb/s.
Slim profile fits standard bays
At 7 mm thick the SSD matches the common 2.5-inch laptop form factor and slides into desktop trays with a simple bracket. The SATA data and power connectors are the familiar L-shaped ports, so no adapter cables or special mounting hardware are required.
Highlights
- 500 GB capacity stores large media libraries and applications
- SATA 6 Gb/s interface enables straightforward desktop or laptop upgrades
- Sequential read up to 530 MB/s accelerates boot and load times
- Sequential write up to 480 MB/s speeds up file saves and transfers
- Slim 7 mm 2.5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays and slim laptops
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
How often will the 3D NAND flash in the 500GB Transcend SSD225S need replacement under normal use?
The 3D NAND flash is rated for high endurance with Terabytes Written specifications that exceed typical consumer workloads, so replacement is unlikely during the drive's useful life.
Which limit appears first when the SSD225S runs sustained writes — the 480 MB/s write ceiling or thermal throttling?
The SATA 6 Gb/s interface caps sequential write throughput at 480 MB/s, and this interface bottleneck is reached before any thermal limit engages.
How much heat and power does the 7 mm SATA SSD draw when it runs all day in a laptop?
The slim 7 mm form factor and SATA interface keep power draw low and heat output minimal, so the drive stays cool during continuous operation without active cooling.
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