About this product
The Kingston A400 SA400S37/480G 480GB 2.5 inch SATA SSD delivers fast system responsiveness with sequential read speeds up to 500MB/s and write speeds up to 450MB/s. Built with TLC NAND flash and a SATA 6Gb/s interface, it is an excellent upgrade for desktops and laptops, providing faster boot times, quicker application loading and reliable everyday performance. Buy now from our website for quick delivery in South Africa and enjoy a faster computing experience.
Overview Summary
Kingston A400 480GB SATA 2.5 inch Solid State Drive
The Kingston A400 SA400S37/480G is a 480GB SATA solid state drive designed to significantly improve the speed and responsiveness of compatible desktop and notebook computers. Using TLC NAND flash memory and a SATA Rev. 3.0 6Gb/s interface, it provides sequential read speeds of up to 500MB/s and write speeds of up to 450MB/s for faster operating system startup, application launches and file transfers.
Powered by a Phison S11 controller with dual channel architecture and LDPC error correction, the drive delivers dependable everyday storage performance. Its compact 2.5 inch 7mm form factor allows easy installation into a wide range of systems, making it an ideal replacement for older mechanical hard drives.
Performance tier: Entry level SATA SSD
Uses: Desktop upgrades, laptop upgrades, operating system drive, office computing, home computing, application storage, everyday gaming, faster boot drive
Overview
Kingston's A400 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 a latest gen controller for read and write speeds up to 500MB/s and 450MB/s, this SSD is 10x faster than a traditional hard drive1 for higher performance, ultra-responsive multi-tasking and an overall faster system. Also more reliable and durable than a hard drive.
Description
The Kingston A400 480GB SSD is designed to replace traditional hard drives with faster and more responsive solid state storage. It uses a SATA Rev. 3.0 6Gb/s interface together with TLC NAND flash memory to deliver dependable performance for everyday computing tasks.
With sequential read speeds of up to 500MB/s and write speeds of up to 450MB/s, the drive reduces boot times, improves application loading and accelerates file transfers compared to conventional hard drives. The Phison S11 controller with LDPC error correction helps maintain data integrity while providing consistent operation during daily use.
The slim 2.5 inch 7mm design makes installation straightforward in many desktop and notebook computers. Whether upgrading an existing system or replacing an aging hard drive, the Kingston A400 offers a practical storage solution with low power consumption, solid reliability and a rated endurance of 160TB TBW.
Features
The Kingston A400 SSD combines reliable flash storage with a standard SATA interface for broad compatibility.
- 480GB storage capacity
- 2.5 inch 7mm form factor
- SATA Rev. 3.0 6Gb/s interface with SATA Rev. 2.0 compatibility
- TLC NAND flash memory
- Sequential read speeds up to 500MB/s
- Sequential write speeds up to 450MB/s
- Phison S11 controller with dual channel architecture
- LDPC error correction support
- Faster operating system boot times
- Improved application loading performance
- Lower power consumption than traditional hard drives
- Shock and vibration resistant solid state design
- 160TB Total Bytes Written endurance
- 1 million hours MTBF
What's in the Box
- 1 x Kingston A400 SA400S37/480G 480GB 2.5 inch SATA SSD
Specifications
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Specifications and features |
| Product Code | SA400S37/480G |
| Form factor | 2.5" |
| Interface | SATA Rev. 3.0 (6Gb/s) - with backwards compatibility to SATA Rev. 2.0 (3Gb/s) |
| Capacity | 480GB |
| Controller | 2Ch |
| NAND | TLC |
| Data Transfer (ATTO) | up to 500MB/s Read and 450MB/s Write |
| Power Consumption | 0.195W Idle / 0.279W Avg / 0.642W (MAX) Read / 1.535W (MAX) Write |
| Storage temperature | -40degreesC~85degreesC |
| Operating temperature | 0degreesC~70degreesC |
| Dimensions | 100.0mm x 69.9mm x 7.0mm |
| Weight | 41g |
| Vibration operating | 2.17G Peak (7-800Hz) |
| Vibration non-operating | 20G Peak (10-2000Hz) |
| Life expectancy | 1 million hours MTBF |
| Total Bytes Written (TBW) | 160TB |
FAQ
What is the Kingston A400 480GB SSD used for?
The Kingston A400 is designed as an internal storage upgrade for compatible desktop and laptop computers. It improves operating system startup, application loading and file transfer performance compared to mechanical hard drives.
Is this SSD compatible with laptops?
Yes, provided the laptop supports a 2.5 inch 7mm SATA drive. The standard SATA interface makes it compatible with many desktop and notebook systems.
Can this SSD be used as a Windows boot drive?
Yes. It is well suited as a primary operating system drive, providing faster boot times and improved system responsiveness.
Does this SSD require external power?
No. It is powered directly through the standard SATA power connector inside the computer.
What type of NAND flash does this drive use?
The Kingston A400 SA400S37/480G uses TLC NAND flash memory. This provides a balance of performance, endurance and value for everyday computing.
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