Kingston
Kingston Q500 SSD
The Kingston Q500 solid-state drive dramatically improves the responsiveness of your existing system with incredible boot, loading, and transfer times compared to mechanical hard drives. Powered by an advanced controller for high read and write speeds, this SSD is 10x faster than a traditional hard drive for higher performance, ultra-responsive multi-tasking, and an overall faster system. Also more reliable and durable than a hard drive, the Q500 is built with Flash memory. There are no moving parts, making it less likely to fail than a mechanical hard drive. It's also cooler and quieter, and its shock and vibration resistance makes it ideal for notebooks and other mobile computing devices. With its high capacity, the Q500 gives you all the space you need for applications, videos, photos and other important documents.
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
2538
/ 3225
#2538 in Hard Drives
Drive Type
SSD
/ SSD
Who it's for
- Affordable Performance Boost
- Enhanced Durability
- Simple System Upgrade
Who should skip it
- SATA Speed Limitations
- Entry-Level Endurance
- Lacks Advanced Features
Key Specs
Drive Type
SSD
Installation Type
Internal
Interface
SATA 6Gb/s
Capacity
960 GB
Form Factor
2.5 inch
Shock Resistant
Yes
Features
- Dramatically improves system responsiveness
- Incredible boot, loading, and transfer times
- 10x faster than traditional hard drives
- Ultra-responsive multi-tasking
- More reliable and durable than hard drives
- Cooler and quieter operation
- Shock and vibration resistance
What customers say
Customers consistently appreciate the Kingston Q500 SSD for its exceptional value and straightforward upgrade path. Many highlight how easily it transforms older systems, providing a noticeable speed boost for everyday computing tasks without a hefty price tag. Its simple installation process makes it an accessible choice for those looking to revitalize their computers, offering a reliable performance improvement that users find genuinely beneficial.
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