SAMSUNG 750 EVO 120GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD MZ-750120BW
A 120 GB SATA III internal SSD with up to 540 MB/s read, 520 MB/s write, and 94K/88K IOPS random performance
- Total capacity120 GB
- Sequential read speedUp to 540 MB/s
- Sequential write speedUp to 520 MB/s
- Interface typeSATA III
- Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
- Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Capacity 120GB
- 120GB$100.99
- 250GB$76.99
- Fast everyday computing with sequential reads up to 540 MBps
- Responsive multitasking from random reads up to 94,000 IOPS
- Smooth write bursts via TurboWrite technology and 256MB DRAM cache
- RAPID mode option uses spare system memory as extra cache
- Shock and vibration resistant flash design for mobile reliability
Samsung 750 EVO 120GB SATA SSD
The Samsung 750 EVO is a 120GB internal solid-state drive built for consumer desktops and laptops. It uses a 2.5-inch form factor and connects through a SATA III interface. The drive targets everyday computing tasks such as booting, application loading and light multitasking. Its MGX controller and 256MB DRAM cache deliver consistent responsiveness for general workloads.
Upgrade from mechanical hard drives
Replacing a traditional hard drive with this SSD removes the primary bottleneck in older systems. Sequential reads reach up to 540 MBps and writes up to 520 MBps under TurboWrite. Random read performance hits 94,000 IOPS at queue depth 32, while random writes reach 88,000 IOPS. The jump is worth it when faster boot times, quicker file access and silent operation matter for daily productivity.
Suits mainstream laptops and desktops
This capacity suits users who store the operating system and core applications on the drive while keeping media on secondary storage. It supports AES encryption and Secure Erase for basic data protection. Users needing larger game libraries, heavy video editing scratch space or sustained write workloads should consider higher-capacity models. The 1.5 million hour MTBF and shock resistance fit mobile use.
How it compares
Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.
- Price $100.99
- Cheaper than about 72% 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 540 MB/s
- Lower than about 83% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
- Price per TB $841.58 per TB
- Pricier than about 90% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).
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Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | SAMSUNG |
| Product line | 750 EVO |
| Model name | MZ-750120BW |
| Total capacity | 120 GB |
| Product type | Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Intended use | Consumer |
| Performance | |
| Sequential read speed | Up to 540 MB/s |
| Sequential write speed | Up to 520 MB/s |
| Random read (4K) | Up to 94,000 IOPS (4 KB, QD32) Up to 10,000 IOPS (4 KB, QD1) |
| Random write (4K) | Up to 88,000 IOPS (4 KB, QD32) Up to 35,000 IOPS (4 KB, QD1) |
| Storage | |
| Controller chip | Samsung MGX controller |
| Cache memory | 256 MB DRAM |
| Ports & slots | |
| Interface type | SATA III |
| Power | |
| Idle power draw | 50mW |
| Active power draw | 2.4 W/2.8 W (Read/Write) |
| Size & build | |
| Form factor | 2.5 in (6.35 cm) |
| Overall height | 6.8 mm |
| Overall width | 69.85 mm |
| Product depth | 100 mm |
| Product weight | 0.1 lb (0.05 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 0.05 kg |
| Package size | 145 × 144 × 18 mm |
| Environment & compliance | |
| Operating temperature range | 0 °C to 70 °C |
| Operating humidity range | 5% to 95% RH |
| Max shock tolerance | Non-Operating: 1500G, duration 0.5m sec, 3 axis |
| More details | |
| Mean time between failures | 1,500,000 h |
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Questions about this item
Will the 2.5 inch form factor fit my laptop drive bay?
The drive uses a standard 2.5 inch form factor and a SATA interface, matching most laptop and desktop drive bays that accept 2.5 inch SATA drives.
How do I enable the RAPID mode mentioned in the specifications?
Install the Samsung Magician software, then turn on RAPID mode in the application to use system DRAM as a cache for improved performance.
What is the expected lifespan of the 120GB model?
The drive carries an MTBF rating of 1,500,000 hours and has no moving parts, so it resists shock and vibration during normal use.
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