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Black 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD with silver label, 480GB capacity

Mushkin Enhanced

Mushkin Enhanced MKNSSDRE480GB-3D 480GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-J2VT-AZ9C9 MPN MKNSSDRE480GB-3D

2.5" SATA internal SSD with 480 GB capacity, 3D MLC flash and up to 565 MB/s read and 500 MB/s write speeds

  • Total capacity480 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 565 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 500 MB/s
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Fast boot and load times with up to 565 MBps sequential read
  • Responsive multitasking from up to 80000 IOPS random read and write
  • Durable 3D MLC NAND rated for 1500000 hours MTBF
  • Low 0.09 W idle and 2.1 W active power draw
  • Built-in data protection via MEDS with internal flash RAID and LDPC ECC

480 GB 2.5" SATA III SSD

The Mushkin Enhanced Reactor Armor3D is a 2.5-inch internal solid-state drive with 480 GB of capacity. It connects through a SATA III interface and uses 3D MLC flash memory paired with a Silicon Motion SM2258 controller. Sequential reads reach up to 565 MBps and writes up to 500 MBps.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This drive suits users upgrading a laptop or desktop that accepts a 2.5-inch SATA device and wants faster boot and application loading than a mechanical disk. It delivers up to 80,000 IOPS for random 4 KB reads and writes. Systems requiring a PCIe or M.2 form factor cannot use this 2.5-inch SATA unit.

The specification that decides fit

The SATA III interface and 2.5-inch form factor are the single details that determine compatibility. Verify the host has a free 2.5-inch bay and a SATA 6 Gbps port before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $99.99
Cheaper than about 72% 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 565 MB/s
Lower than about 60% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $208.31 per TB
Pricier than about 62% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMushkin Enhanced
Product lineReactor Armor3D
Model nameMKNSSDRE480 GB-3D
Total capacity480 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 565 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 500 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 80,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 80,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D MLC
Controller chipSilicon Motion SM2258
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Power
Idle power draw0.09 W
Active power draw2.1 W
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall height7 mm
Overall width69.85 mm
Product depth100 mm
Product weight54.43g
Shipping weight0.10 kg
Package size187 × 109 × 18 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-40 °C to 85 °C
Max shock tolerance1500G
Vibration tolerance2-500 Hz at 3.1G
More details
Seek time0.1 ms
Mean time between failures1,500,000 h

Questions about this item

What physical space and connectors does the 2.5" 480GB SATA III drive need to fit inside my system?

The drive uses a standard 2.5 inch form factor and requires a SATA data cable plus a SATA power connector from your power supply; it mounts in any 2.5 inch bay or bracket with the usual four screw holes.

How do I install the Reactor Armor3D SSD, and what step do builders often miss?

Connect the SATA data cable to a SATA III port on the motherboard and attach the SATA power lead; the step many forget is enabling AHCI mode in the BIOS before cloning or installing the operating system.

What maintenance or replacement should I expect for the 3D MLC NAND drive over its lifetime?

The 3D MLC flash and Silicon Motion SM2258 controller include internal flash RAID, LDPC ECC and StaticDataRefresh to protect data integrity; with a 1,500,000 hour MTBF the drive is rated for long-term use without scheduled maintenance.

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