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Black 2.5 inch SATA SSD with 7mm height

Team Group

Team Group T-FORCE VULCAN Z 2.5" 512GB SATA III internal SSD T253TZ512G0C101

SKU CH-BTJ5-7SFP8 MPN T253TZ512G0C101

A 2.5-inch 512GB SATA III internal SSD with 3D NAND, up to 540 MBps read and 470 MBps write, 120 TBW and 1,000,000 hours MTBF

  • Total capacity512 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 540 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 470 MB/s
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 512GB

  • Up to 540 MBps sequential read speeds
  • Up to 470 MBps sequential write speeds
  • 120TB total bytes written endurance
  • 1500G shock resistance protects stored games
  • 1,000,000 hours MTBF ensures long-term reliability

Entry-level gaming SSD

The Team Group T-FORCE VULCAN Z is a 2.5 inch SATA III solid-state drive built with 3D NAND flash. It targets new gamers who want a straightforward upgrade from a mechanical hard drive. The 512GB capacity suits a modest game library and everyday workloads.

Straightforward 2.5 inch SATA install

The drive fits any standard 2.5 inch bay and connects through a regular SATA III port and power cable. No extra drivers are required and the 7.00mm height matches most laptop and desktop brackets. Alignment issues only appear if the mounting screws are overtightened or the SATA connector is forced.

512GB with 120TBW endurance

Sequential reads reach up to 540 MBps and writes up to 470 MBps, enough for fast level loads and smooth cutscenes. The 120TB TBW rating and 1,000,000 hour MTBF provide headroom for daily gaming writes. Heavy content creation or sustained large-file transfers will exhaust the SLC cache and reveal the DRAM-less design limits.

How it compares

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

Price $65.99
Cheaper than about 84% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 512 GB
Lower than about 60% 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 $128.89 per TB
Cheaper than about 68% 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 nameT253TZ512G0C101
Total capacity512 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 540 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 470 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Cache memoryNo DRAM (HMB)
Write endurance120 TB
Connectivity
Connection protocolSATA
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall height7 mm
Overall width69.9 mm
Product depth100 mm
Product weight45g
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size124 × 95 × 13 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Max shock tolerance1500G/0.5 ms
Vibration tolerance20G (non-operating)
More details
Mean time between failures1,000,000 h

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Questions about this item

How can I confirm the VULCAN Z 512GB SSD is working as intended after installation?

Check that the drive is recognised in BIOS or Windows Disk Management, then run a S.M.A.R.T. monitoring tool to verify health status and ensure TRIM is active for ongoing optimisation.

What comes in the box with the T253TZ512G0C101 and what must I buy separately?

The package contains the 2.5-inch 512GB SSD only; a SATA data cable, a 5 V power connector and a 3.5-inch mounting bracket are not included and must be sourced separately if your system lacks them.

Which capacity version of the VULCAN Z series should I choose for my build?

The 512GB model provides 120 TBW endurance and up to 540 MB/s read / 470 MB/s write; select a higher capacity such as 1 TB or 2 TB if you need more space and greater write endurance.

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