Description

Key Specifications

  • Form Factor & Interface: Standard 2.5″ SATA III (6 Gb/s), 7 mm thick

  • Capacity: 1 TB (≈ 930 GiB usable)

  • Sequential Speeds: Up to 550 MB/s for both reads and writes

  • Endurance: Rated 480 TBW (~0.44 drive writes/day over 3 years)

  • Warranty: 3-year limited warranty

Performance & Build

  • Controller & NAND: DRAM-less design, likely using a Marvell or Lexar controller with Micron 3D TLC NAND

  • Random I/O (Entry-level):

    • Roughly 22k IOPS for 4K reads and writes

    • ~339 MB/s sequential read, ~142 MB/s sequential write in 64K queues

  • Reliability:

    • Shock resistant to 1500 G (0.5 ms); vibration rated 10–2000 Hz / 20 G

 Pros &  Cons

Pros Cons
Great upgrade from HDD — faster boot-ups, quiet, cool operation YouTube+4StorageReview.com+4Newegg.com+4 DRAM-less — lower small-random I/O performance
Solid endurance (480 TBW) and durability specs Not ideal for heavy workloads or enterprise use
Affordable (~USD 55 via B&H) Some users report occasional failures

Community Insights

From tech forums and reviews:

“The Lexar NS100… uses the Marvell 88NV1120 with 3D TLC… a DRAM-less design, which in translation means ‘cheap.’”

Yet, community testers also say:

“Ok, then get the Lexar. I’m thinking the difference is small enough that you won’t notice and the easier warranty process… is a consideration.”

Who Should Buy It?

  • Perfect for: Users upgrading from a laptop or desktop HDD seeking faster boots, quieter operation, and better overall responsiveness—without spending much.

  • Not ideal for: Power users, professional creatives, or anyone needing sustained heavy workloads, high random I/O, or enterprise-grade reliability.

Summary at a Glance

  • Best For: Casual PC users, students, office work, media playback

  • Performance Tier: Mid-range SATA – ~550 MB/s sequential, ~22k IOPS random

  • Durability: 480 TBW, solid shock/vibration resistance

  • Alternatives:

    • Crucial MX500 / Samsung 870 EVO – better small-random I/O, DRAM-equipped

    • WD Blue SA510 – another budget-friendly DRAM-less option with similar value

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