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Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. SUV500MS/120G UV500 mSATA 120GB internal SSD

SKU CH-2JV0-K45XB MPN SUV500MS/120G

mSATA internal SSD with 120GB capacity, SATA III interface, up to 520 MBps read and 320 MBps write speeds

  • Total capacity120 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 520 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 320 MB/s
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factormSATA
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Model 120GB mSATA

  • Faster boot and load times than a mechanical hard drive
  • Sequential read speeds up to 520 MBps and write up to 320 MBps
  • 3D TLC NAND with Marvell Dean controller for reliable performance
  • Hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption with TCG Opal 2.0 support
  • Low idle power draw of 0.195W for cooler operation

mSATA form factor and 120 GB capacity

This internal SSD uses the mSATA form factor and provides 120 GB of storage. It is built for consumer desktops and laptops that have an mSATA slot. The drive employs 3D TLC NAND and a Marvell Dean controller to deliver solid-state speed for everyday workloads.

Upgrade from a mechanical hard drive

Replacing a 7200 RPM hard drive with this SSD can yield up to 10X faster performance. Sequential reads reach 520 MBps and writes reach 320 MBps, while random reads hit 79,000 IOPS and random writes 18,000 IOPS. The jump is worth it when boot, application load and file transfer times are holding back productivity.

Check for an mSATA slot and SATA III support

Before ordering, confirm that your system has a free mSATA slot and supports the SATA III interface. The drive operates between 0 °C and 70 °C, draws up to 2.32 W during write activity and includes 256-bit AES hardware encryption with TCG Opal 2.0 support. MTBF is rated at 1,000,000 hours.

How it compares

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

Price $26.99
Cheaper than about 96% 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 520 MB/s
Lower than about 90% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $224.92 per TB
Pricier than about 65% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Product lineUV500
Model nameSUV500MS/120G
Part numberSUV500MS/120G
Total capacity120 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 520 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 320 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 79,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 18,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D TLC
Controller chipMarvell Dean
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Power
Idle power draw0.195 W
Active power draw1.17 W (MAX) Read / 2.32 W (MAX) Write
Size & build
Form factormSATA
Overall height4.85 mm
Overall width29.85 mm
Product depth50.8 mm
Product weight6.2g
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size81 × 47 × 9 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-40 °C to 85 °C
Vibration toleranceOperating: 2.17G Peak (7–800 Hz)
Non-operating: 20G Peak (10–2000 Hz)
More details
Mean time between failures1,000,000 h

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Questions about this item

Does this mSATA drive fit a standard full-size mSATA slot?

Yes, the UV500 uses the mSATA form factor designed for standard full-size mSATA sockets found in compatible laptops and small-form-factor PCs.

What is the common installation mistake with the mSATA UV500?

Inserting the drive at an angle instead of flat, or failing to secure it with the mounting screw, can prevent the SATA edge connector from seating properly.

How long is the drive rated to last under typical use?

The manufacturer rates the UV500 at 1,000,000 hours MTBF with 3D TLC NAND and a Marvell Dean controller for sustained reliability.

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