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Team Group

Team Group T-FORCE VULCAN Z 2.5" 2TB SATA internal SSD T253TY002T0C101

SKU CH-8K20-NPYT5 MPN T253TY002T0C101

A 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD with 2TB capacity, up to 550 MBps read and 500 MBps write speeds, 400TB endurance and a 1,000,000 hour MTBF rating

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 550 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)

Capacity 2TB

  • 2TB capacity stores large game libraries
  • Sequential read up to 550 MBps speeds game loading
  • 400TB written endurance supports heavy daily use
  • 1,000,000 hours MTBF indicates long-term reliability
  • 1500G shock resistance protects data from drops

2TB SATA SSD for gaming upgrades

The Team Group T-FORCE VULCAN Z is a 2.5-inch internal solid state drive with a 2TB capacity. It uses 3D NAND flash memory and connects via a SATA III interface. The drive is designed for consumer systems and targets users who want faster game loading times and ample storage space.

HMB cache and health monitoring

This model operates without a dedicated DRAM cache and instead relies on Host Memory Buffer technology. Intelligent health monitoring allows the drive to report its status to compatible software. The manufacturer states the drive is eco-friendly and optimised for operational performance, reliability and an improved lifespan.

Check 2.5-inch bay and SATA ports

Before ordering, verify that your chassis has an available 2.5-inch drive bay or a suitable mounting adapter. Confirm the motherboard provides a free SATA data port and that your power supply includes a SATA power connector. The drive measures 6.80mm in height, 69.90mm in width and 100.00mm in depth.

How it compares

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

Price $174.99
Typical for this category: the median of 1,994 items is $180.49.
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 550 MB/s
Lower than about 70% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $87.50 per TB
Cheaper than about 90% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTeam Group
Product lineT-FORCE VULCAN Z
Model nameT253TY002T0C101
Total capacity2 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 550 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 500 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Cache memoryNo DRAM (HMB)
Write endurance400 TB
Connectivity
Connection protocolSATA
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall height6.8 mm
Overall width69.9 mm
Product depth100 mm
Product weight45g
Shipping weight0.06 kg
Package size174 × 118 × 11 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Max shock tolerance1500G
Vibration tolerance20G (non-operating)
More details
Mean time between failures1,000,000 h

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Questions about this item

Will the 3D NAND cells need replacement after the 400TB write endurance is reached?

The drive is rated for 400TB total bytes written; after that point the memory cells may no longer reliably hold data and the SSD should be replaced.

Does the 550 MBps sequential read ceiling become the bottleneck during long gaming sessions?

The SATA III interface caps sustained throughput at 550 MBps read and 500 MBps write, so that ceiling is the first limit you hit under continuous heavy loads.

How much heat does the 2.5 inch drive produce when it runs all day at 0°C to 70°C?

With no DRAM cache and a low-power SATA design, the drive stays within its 0°C to 70°C operating range without active cooling in typical desktop airflow.

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