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Compact M.2 2242 SSD with pre-installed carbon nano composite copper foil heat-spreader, dark metallic finish, 22mm wide and 3.8mm tall

Mushkin Enhanced

Mushkin Enhanced Vortex LX Redline MKNSSDVL2TB-D4 2TB internal SSD

SKU CH-25AG-WFN58 MPN MKNSSDVL2TB-D4

A compact M.2 2242 drive delivering up to 4985MB/s read and 4775MB/s write over PCIe Gen4 x4 with a pre-fitted carbon nano composite copper foil heat-spreader for sustained performance

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 4,985 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 4,775 MB/s
  • Interface typePCIe Gen4 x4NVMe 1.4
  • Form factorM.2 2242
  • Intended useConsumer

Capacity 2TB

  • Up to 4985 MB/s sequential read speed for fast data access
  • Up to 4775 MB/s sequential write speed for quick file saves
  • 1000 TBW endurance rating supports heavy workloads
  • 5 million hours MTBF indicates long-term reliability
  • Pre-installed carbon nano composite copper foil heat-spreader reduces thermal throttling

2TB M.2 2242 NVMe SSD

The Mushkin Enhanced Vortex LX Redline MKNSSDVL2TB-D4 is a 2TB internal solid-state drive built on the M.2 2242 form factor. It connects through a PCIe Gen4 x4 interface running NVMe 1.4 protocol and is powered by an InnoGrit IG5220 controller with 3D NAND flash memory.

Suitable for compact systems needing capacity

This drive fits laptops and small-form-factor desktops that accept a 42mm M.2 module and want PCIe Gen4 speeds up to 4985MB/s read and 4775MB/s write. Systems with motherboards limited to shorter or longer M.2 lengths cannot use this module, and workloads requiring higher endurance than 1000TBW should consider other options.

42mm length decides fit

The 2242 designation means the PCB is 42mm long; only boards with a 2242 or universal M.2 slot can accommodate it, making length the single specification that determines compatibility.

How it compares

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

Price $512.99
Pricier than about 81% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 4,985 MB/s
Higher than about 70% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $256.50 per TB
Pricier than about 71% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMushkin Enhanced
Product lineVortex LX redline
Model nameMKNSSDVL2 TB-D4
Total capacity2 TB
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 4,985 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 4,775 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash typeNAND FLASH
Controller chipInnoGrit IG5220
Write endurance1000 TB
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe 1.4
Ports & slots
Interface typePCIe Gen4 x4NVMe 1.4
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2242
Overall height3.8 mm
Overall width42 mm
Product depth22 mm
Product weight7g
Shipping weight0.09 kg
Package size127 × 102 × 3 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-40 °C to 85 °C
More details
Mean time between failures1,500,000 h

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Questions about this item

Will the 4985 MB/s sequential read hold up during long transfers or does the drive throttle?

A pre-installed carbon nano composite copper foil heat-spreader disperses heat to reduce throttling and maintain sustained high performance without a bulky heatsink.

How much power does the SSD draw under all-day workloads?

The controller supports NVMe 1.4 L1.2 low-power mode to limit power draw and heat when the drive is running continuously.

What motherboard slot is required for this M.2 2242 drive?

A 22 mm wide M.2 key-M slot wired for PCIe Gen4 x4 is needed; the drive will not fit 2280-only slots.

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