Kingston Q500 960GB 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s Internal SSD

The Kingston SQ500S37/960G is an internal drive that uses solid state technology to give almost any laptop or desktop an immediate performance boost without the complexity of a full system overhaul. With 960 GB of storage, it provides ample room for operating systems, games, creative projects, and everyday files.

Installation is straightforward. The drive uses a 2.5 inch form factor and connects through a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, so it slides into the same bay and cable you would use for a traditional hard drive. Once in place, sequential read speeds up to 500 MB/s and write speeds up to 450 MB/s help your system start in seconds, launch applications faster, and transfer large files with far less waiting.

Because the Q500 relies on flash memory rather than spinning platters, it runs cooler and quieter and it is less vulnerable to bumps, drops, or daily travel inside a backpack. Average power draw stays under 0.3 watts, which can translate into longer battery life for notebooks and lower operating temperatures for compact desktops.

The same durability makes the drive a smart option for console owners who want to expand a PlayStation 4 library without juggling discs or waiting through lengthy load screens. Creators who manage high resolution photos or video clips, and professionals who work with large datasets, will also appreciate the snappy response and generous capacity.

Kingston backs the Q500 with a three-year limited warranty and access to customer support, so you can upgrade with confidence.

• 960 GB capacity holds large applications, video projects, games, and documents
• Sequential read up to 500 MB/s and write up to 450 MB/s
• Fits systems that accept a 2.5 inch drive and uses a SATA 6 Gb/s connection
• Flash based design with no moving parts runs quietly and resists shock and vibration
• Average power consumption below 0.3 watts helps extend laptop battery life
• Compatible with PlayStation 4 for a simple console storage upgrade
• Three-year limited warranty backed by Kingston support