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BIWIN STORAGE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

BIWIN STORAGE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED 120GB MLC SATA M.2 2242 internal SSD

SKU CH-CN6Q-XZGYM

A 120GB M.2 2242 SATA internal SSD with MLC flash delivering up to 500 MBps read and 450 MBps write speeds

  • Total capacity120 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 500 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 450 MB/s
  • Form factorM.2 2242
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • NAND flash typeMLC

Capacity 120GB

  • MLC flash delivers sustained speed and endurance
  • Sequential read reaches 500 MBps for fast boot and load times
  • Sequential write hits 450 MBps to move large files quickly
  • Idle power of 0.27W extends laptop battery life
  • Shock rated at 50G and vibration at 3.1G protects data on the move

Compact M.2 2242 form factor

This BIWIN internal SSD fits the M.2 2242 slot and provides 120GB of MLC flash storage. It connects through a SATA III 6Gb/s interface for broad laptop and small-form-factor desktop compatibility.

Sustained workload behaviour

Sequential reads reach up to 500 MBps and writes up to 450 MBps while active power draw stays at 1.97W. The drive operates from 0°C to 70°C and is rated for 50G shock and 3.1G vibration resistance.

Installation notes

The 42mm by 22mm by 3.2mm card weighs 5.4g and uses a single keyed notch, so it inserts directly into the slot without cables. Ensure the motherboard BIOS recognises SATA M.2 devices; some platforms only support PCIe signalling on this connector.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $35.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 120 GB
Lower than about 95% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 500 MB/s
Lower than about 90% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $299.92 per TB
Pricier than about 76% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBIWIN
Total capacity120 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 500 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 450 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash typeMLC
Power
Idle power draw0.27 W (Idle)
Active power draw1.97 W
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2242
Overall height42 mm
Overall width22 mm
Product depth3.2 mm
Product weight=5.4g
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-40 °C to 85 °C
Operating humidity range5% to 95%
Max shock tolerance50G,11 ms, half-sine wave
Vibration tolerance3.1G(2-500 Hz)

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Questions about this item

How hot and power-hungry is the 120GB MLC SATA M.2 2242 drive during all-day use?

It draws 0.27W at idle and 1.97W active, with an operating range of 0°C to 70°C and a 2 million hour MTBF rating.

What must my motherboard provide for this M.2 2242 SATA III 6Gb/s SSD to function?

A 2242-length M.2 slot wired for SATA III 6Gb/s and 3.3V ±5% power; the drive measures 42mm × 22mm × 3.2mm and weighs 5.4g.

Will this SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 2242 drive work alongside my older SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-inch SSD?

Yes, it runs on the same SATA III 6Gb/s interface and is backward compatible with SATA 3Gb/s ports, delivering up to 500 MB/s read and 450 MB/s write.

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