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Rectangular 2.5 inch internal SSD with black metal casing and SATA connectors

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. SV300S37A/480G internal SSD

SKU CH-SAV8-022CY MPN SV300S37A/480G

A 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD with 480GB capacity delivering up to 450 MBps sequential read and write speeds

  • Total capacity480 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 450 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 450 MB/s
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 480GB

  • Faster boot and load times with up to 450 MBps sequential read
  • Smooth multitasking supported by up to 73,000 IOPS random read
  • Reliable storage with no moving parts and 1,000,000 hours MTBF
  • Lower energy draw at 0.640W idle and 2.052W active write
  • Easy laptop fit in a 7.00mm high 2.5 inch form factor

480GB SATA III internal SSD

This 480GB SATA III internal SSD suits desktop or laptop owners who want faster boot times and quicker application loading without moving to a newer interface. The 2.5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays and many upgrade kits. It is built for everyday computing workloads and general storage needs.

Straightforward 2.5 inch SATA installation

Mount the drive in a 2.5 inch bay or bracket, connect the SATA data and power cables, then initialise the volume in the operating system. Most issues arise when the motherboard SATA port is set to an incompatible mode or when the drive is not detected because a cable is loose. Check the BIOS storage configuration and reseat the connections if the drive does not appear.

480GB capacity decides fit

The 480GB capacity is the single figure that determines whether this drive holds the operating system, applications and working files you need. If the target system requires more space for large media libraries or multiple virtual machines, a higher capacity model will be necessary.

How it compares

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

Price $147.99
Cheaper than about 59% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 480 GB
Lower than about 71% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 450 MB/s
Lower than about 91% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $308.31 per TB
Pricier than about 77% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Product lineSSDNow V300 Series
Model nameSV300S37A/480G
Total capacity480 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 450 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 450 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 73,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 28,000 IOPS
Storage
Controller chipSandForce
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Power
Idle power draw0.64 W
Active power draw1.423 W Read / 2.052 W Write
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall height7 mm
Overall width69.8 mm
Product depth100.1 mm
Product weight86g
Shipping weight0.12 kg
Package size182 × 126 × 18 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-40 °C to 85 °C
More details
Mean time between failures1,000,000 h

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Questions about this item

How can I verify the SV300S37A/480G is performing at its rated 450 MBps sequential read speed after installation?

Run a benchmark tool such as CrystalDiskMark or AS SSD on the SATA III port and confirm sequential read results approach 450 MBps; the drive also reports 73,000 IOPS 4KB random read when healthy.

What components are included with the 2.5" 480GB V300 Series drive and what must I supply myself?

The drive ships as a bare 7 mm 2.5" SATA SSD; you must provide a SATA data cable, a SATA power connection, and a 2.5" bay or adapter bracket for desktop installation.

Which capacity from the V300 Series lineup should I choose for a primary OS and applications drive?

The 480GB model offers 480 GB of usable space, enough for Windows, core applications and a moderate game library while leaving headroom for TRIM and wear-leveling efficiency.

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