Kingston
Kingston SSDNow V Series 128GB
Best affordable performance upgrade for general computing needs.
Experience a significant boost in your daily computing tasks with this solid-state drive. It offers rapid data access, dramatically reducing the time needed to launch applications, load games, and transfer files. Built with advanced NAND flash technology, it ensures dependable performance and longevity, safeguarding your data. Its compact form factor integrates smoothly into various systems, while its energy efficiency helps extend battery life and maintain cooler operating temperatures for a consistently smooth and responsive user experience.
$231.95
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
3962
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#3962 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-51%
Below average
Capacity
128
/ GB
Who it's for
- Users upgrading from a mechanical hard drive.
- Budget-minded individuals seeking basic system acceleration.
- Everyday users seeking a more fluid computing experience.
Who should skip it
- Performance-focused users or those with modern system expectations.
- Users with large software libraries or extensive media collections.
- Buyers prioritizing long-term data reliability and drive endurance.
Performance breakdown
Read Speeds
Modern drives easily outpace these modest data retrieval rates.
Write Performance
Expect sluggish behavior during large file transfers or heavy write tasks.
Storage Capacity
128GB is extremely limiting for modern operating systems and applications.
Build Durability
Solid-state construction offers inherent resistance to physical drops and bumps.
System Responsiveness
Still provides a noticeable speed boost over traditional spinning hard drives.
Energy Efficiency
Low power draw helps preserve battery life in older laptop models.
Key Specs
Capacity
128 GB
Interface
SATA III
Form Factor
2.5 Inch
Maximum Read Speed
200 MBps
Maximum Write Speed
160 MBps
Warranty
3 Year
Drive Type
SSD
Intended Use
Internal Desktop, Internal Laptop
Know before you buy
The Kingston SSDNow V Series uses a standard 2.5-inch form factor, making it compatible with most laptops and desktop computers that support SATA drives.
This drive features a maximum read speed of 200 MBps and a maximum write speed of 160 MBps. While these speeds are significantly faster than traditional mechanical hard drives, they are optimized for everyday computing tasks rather than high-performance gaming or professional video editing.
Yes, this drive is hot-swappable, meaning it can be connected or disconnected from a system while the power is on, provided your computer's hardware and operating system support this functionality.
Because this drive uses NAND flash technology instead of moving mechanical parts, it consumes less power than a traditional hard drive. This helps reduce heat generation and can lead to improved battery life for your laptop.
The Kingston SSDNow V Series 128GB comes with a 3-year limited warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Yes, this drive uses a SATA 3Gb/s interface, which is backward compatible with SATA 6Gb/s ports. It will function correctly in your system, though it will be limited to the drive's native 3Gb/s transfer speed.
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