Intel SSDSA2CW160G3B5 320Series 160Gb SATAII 2.5-Inch Internal Solid State Drive
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About this product
The Intel SSDSA2CW160G3B5 320 Series is a 160GB SATA II 2.5-inch internal solid state drive. Designed for systems that can benefit from an SSD upgrade, it offers a 160 GB storage capacity suitable for operating systems and common software. The 2.5-inch form factor ensures broad compatibility with desktop and laptop drive bays. Utilizing a SATA II interface, it provides a performance boost over traditional hard drives, though not as fast as newer SATA III or NVMe solutions.
Our take
This Intel 320 Series 160GB SSD, with its SATA II interface, is clearly a legacy component. While 160GB is a usable capacity for an OS and a few applications, the SATA II speed will be a bottleneck compared to modern drives. However, if you're reviving an older system that only supports SATA II or you're simply looking for the cheapest possible SSD upgrade from a mechanical hard drive, it will still offer a noticeable improvement in responsiveness. The 2.5-inch form factor is a definite plus for easy installation.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 160 GB capacity for OS and core programs
- Standard 2.5-inch form factor
- Upgrade over HDD in older systems
Cons
- SATA II interface is outdated
- Higher price for older technology
Specifications
- Interface SATA II
- Type Solid State Drive (SSD)
- UPC 0381120845741
- Brand Intel
- Form Factor 2.5 in
- MPN SSDSA2CW160G3B5
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- Storage Capacity
- 160 GB
