Kingston A400 2.5" SSD
A400 SSD – Fast and Reliable Upgrade for PC and Laptop
Kingston A400 is an affordable and reliable 2.5" SATA SSD that breathes new life into older desktops and laptops. Compared to traditional mechanical hard drives, the A400 offers dramatically faster boot times, shorter loading times, and a significantly more responsive system.
With read and write speeds of up to 500 MB/s and 450 MB/s respectively, the A400 is up to 10 times faster than a regular hard drive, which is immediately noticeable in daily use.
Noticeably faster – right from the first start-up
By replacing a mechanical hard drive with the Kingston A400, you get:
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Faster operating system boot-up
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Shorter program loading times
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Smoother multitasking
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A quieter and cooler system
This makes the A400 one of the most effective and cost-efficient upgrade choices for older computers.
Built for reliability and mobile use
Unlike hard drives, the A400 has no moving parts, which provides:
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Higher resistance to shocks and vibrations
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Lower risk of mechanical failures
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Lower heat generation
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Almost silent operation
This makes the drive particularly suitable for laptops and portable computers, but also for desktop systems.
Flexible capacities for all needs
The Kingston A400 is available in several sizes to suit various uses:
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Smaller capacities for OS and basic programs
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Larger capacities for files, photos, and video
Perfect for replacing both an old hard drive or a smaller SSD.
(Note that some of the stated capacity is used for formatting and system functions.)
Technical specifications (example: 240 GB)
General
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Type: SSD (Solid State Drive)
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Application area: PC / Laptop
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Form factor: 2.5"
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Memory type: TLC
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Controller: 2-channel
Connectivity
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Interface: SATA III
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Transfer rate: SATA 6.0 Gbit/s
Performance
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Sequential read speed: up to 500 MB/s
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Sequential write speed: up to 350 MB/s*
Durability & reliability
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TBW (240 GB): approx. 80 TB
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MTBF: 1,000,000 hours
Dimensions & weight
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Length: 69.9 mm
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Width: 100 mm
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Height: 7 mm
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Weight: approx. 41 g
Other
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Warranty: 3 years
*Performance may vary depending on system and usage.
Summary
The Kingston A400 is a reliable entry-level SSD that delivers maximum performance improvement per krona. An excellent choice for those who want to:
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Speed up an older computer
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Achieve quieter and more stable operation
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Upgrade without hassle
Perfect for everyday use in both desktop and laptop computers.