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Kingston A400 480GB 2.5" SATA III Solid State Drive

Kingston A400 480GB 2.5" SATA III Solid State Drive

SKU:SA400S37/480G

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Kingston A400 480GB 2.5" SATA III Solid State Drive

Key Highlights:
  • 480GB SSD Storage Capacity
  • SATA III 6Gb/s Interface
  • Up to 500MB/s Read Speed
  • Up to 450MB/s Write Speed
  • Up to 10x Faster Than Traditional HDDs
  • TLC NAND Flash Memory
  • Shock & Vibration Resistant
  • Ideal for PC and Laptop Upgrades

Product Description

A Fast and Affordable Performance Upgrade
The Kingston A400 480GB SSD dramatically improves the responsiveness of existing desktop PCs and laptops by delivering significantly faster boot times, application launches and file transfers compared to traditional mechanical hard drives. It's an excellent upgrade for users seeking enhanced system performance without replacing an entire computer.

High-Speed SATA Performance
Powered by a modern controller and SATA III 6Gb/s interface, the A400 delivers sequential read speeds of up to 500MB/s and write speeds of up to 450MB/s. This results in quicker operating system startup, reduced loading times and a more responsive computing experience.

More Reliable Than Traditional Hard Drives
With no moving parts, the Kingston A400 offers improved reliability and durability compared to conventional hard drives. Shock-resistant and vibration-proof construction helps protect your data while improving long-term dependability.

Energy Efficient Operation
The drive consumes very little power during operation, helping reduce energy usage and potentially extending battery life in notebook computers.

Perfect for Everyday Computing
Whether upgrading a laptop, replacing an older hard drive or building a budget-friendly PC, the Kingston A400 provides an effective balance of performance, reliability and affordability.

Reasons to Buy

  • Up to 500MB/s Reads: Faster boot and application loading times.
  • Up to 450MB/s Writes: Improved file transfer performance.
  • 480GB Capacity: Ideal for Windows, applications and everyday files.
  • SATA III Compatibility: Easy installation in existing systems.
  • TLC Flash Memory: Reliable modern SSD technology.
  • Shock Resistant: Better durability than mechanical drives.
  • Low Power Consumption: Efficient operation.
  • Lightweight Design: Perfect for laptop upgrades.

Technical Specifications

General Specifications

Specification Value
Brand Kingston
Series A400
Capacity 480GB
Drive Type Solid State Drive (SSD)
Form Factor 2.5 Inch
Package Type Retail Blister Pack

Performance Specifications

Specification Value
Sequential Read Speed Up to 500MB/s
Sequential Write Speed Up to 450MB/s
Data Transfer Rate 6 Gbit/s
Controller 2 Channel
Memory Type TLC NAND

Interface & Compatibility

Specification Value
Interface SATA III 6Gb/s
Backward Compatibility SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s
Component For PC / Notebook
Drive Size 2.5 Inch

Reliability & Durability

Specification Value
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) 1,000,000 Hours
Shock Resistant Yes
Vibration Proof Yes

Power Consumption

Specification Value
Average Power Consumption 0.279W
Maximum Power Consumption 0.642W
Idle Power Consumption 0.195W
Write Power Consumption 1.535W

Environmental Specifications

Specification Value
Operating Temperature 0°C to 70°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to 85°C
Operating Vibration 2.17G
Non-Operating Vibration 20G

Physical Specifications

Specification Value
Width 100mm
Depth 69.9mm
Height 7mm
Weight 41g

Ideal Applications

  • Laptop Performance Upgrades
  • Desktop PC Upgrades
  • Operating System Drives
  • Home Office Systems
  • Everyday Productivity Computing
  • Media & File Storage
  • Budget Gaming PCs
  • Replacing Traditional Hard Drives

What's In The Box

  • Kingston A400 480GB SSD
  • Retail Packaging

Product Identifiers

Identifier Value
Brand Kingston
Series A400
Capacity 480GB
Form Factor 2.5 Inch
Interface SATA III
Read Speed Up to 500MB/s
Write Speed Up to 450MB/s
Memory Type TLC NAND