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Green printed circuit board M.2 2280 SSD with black label and gold edge connector

PNY Technologies, Inc.

PNY Technologies, Inc. CS2241 M.2 2280 500GB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 internal SSD M280CS2241-500-RB

SKU CH-RF3E-9218K MPN M280CS2241-500-RB

M.2 2280 internal SSD with 500 GB capacity, PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface and 3D NAND delivering up to 4700 MBps read and 1700 MBps write

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 4,700 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 1,700 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 500GB

  • Faster boot and app launch with up to 4700 MBps sequential read
  • Quicker file saves and transfers at up to 1700 MBps sequential write
  • Low-latency responsiveness from PCI-Express 4.0 x4 NVMe interface
  • Dense 3D NAND stores 500GB in M.2 2280 form factor
  • Five-year limited warranty backed by 24/7 US-based technical support

CS2241 500GB M.2 2280 NVMe drive

The CS2241 is a 500GB internal solid-state drive built for consumer desktops and laptops with an M.2 2280 slot. It uses 3D NAND flash and connects through a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface. The drive targets users who want faster boot times and quicker application launches.

PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface requirement

This drive operates on a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 link and delivers up to 4700 MBps sequential read and up to 1700 MBps sequential write. The host system must provide an M.2 slot wired for PCIe 4.0 x4 to reach these speeds. A SATA-only M.2 slot will not work with this NVMe device.

500GB capacity for OS and active projects

The 500GB capacity holds an operating system, core applications and a working set of active files. It handles everyday workloads and moderate content creation without filling quickly. Very large media libraries or extensive game collections will require additional storage.

How it compares

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Price $71.99
Cheaper than about 82% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 500 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 4,700 MB/s
Higher than about 68% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $143.98 per TB
Cheaper than about 60% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePNY
Product lineCS2241
Model nameM280CS2241-500-RB
Total capacity500 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 4,700 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 1,700 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Shipping weight0.03 kg
Package size173 × 100 × 16 mm

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Questions about this item

What does the 4700 MBps sequential read mean for everyday use?

The drive can load large files, games and the operating system at up to 4700 MBps, so boot times and application launches are noticeably quicker than on a SATA SSD.

How does the PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface limit real-world speed?

The x4 lane width caps throughput at the PCIe 4.0 maximum, so the drive hits its rated 4700 MBps read and 1700 MBps write only when the motherboard also supports PCIe 4.0.

Will the M.2 2280 form factor fit my laptop slot?

The stick measures 22 mm wide by 80 mm long, the standard M.2 2280 size, so it fits any M-keyed slot designed for that length.

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