Samsung 2.5" 840 500GB SOLID STATE SSD Drive SATA
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About this product
The Samsung 840 500GB SSD is a 2.5-inch internal solid-state drive with a SATA III interface, providing 500GB of storage. This drive is compatible with both laptops and PCs and includes a 512 MB cache to aid performance. As an internal SSD, it offers a solid upgrade path for systems still relying on slower traditional hard disk drives, focusing on faster data access and system responsiveness.
Our take
This Samsung 840 500GB SSD is a functional choice for revitalizing an older laptop or PC. The 500GB capacity is practical for an OS and everyday applications, and the 2.5-inch SATA III form factor ensures broad compatibility. While the 840 series is an older generation of Samsung SSDs, it still represents a significant speed upgrade compared to a mechanical hard drive. The 512MB cache is a good inclusion for handling common tasks efficiently. Just manage your expectations regarding peak performance, as newer SSDs have surpassed the 840 in raw speed, but for basic upgrades, it's a dependable option.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 500GB capacity for common use
- SATA III interface compatible with many devices
- 2.5-inch form factor
- Includes 512 MB cache
Cons
- Older Samsung 840 model
- Specific read/write speeds not provided
Specifications
- Compatible With Laptop, PC
- Color Black
- Brand Samsung
- Form Factor 2.5 in
- Type Internal SSD
- Unit Type Unit
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- Drive Type(s) Supported
- SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Model
- Samsung 840
- Storage Format
- HDD & SSD
- Storage Capacity
- 500 GB
- Interface
- SATA III
- Cache
- 512 MB
