Transcend 500GB SSD, M.2 2280, PCIe Gen3x4, NVMe, TLC, DRAM-less

This SSD from TRANSCEND is a compact M.2 2280 NVMe drive with a capacity of 500GB, aimed at budget and mid-range systems where you seek a noticeable jump over SATA without paying for high-end Gen4 solutions. It operates over the PCIe NVMe 3.0 interface and reaches up to 3200MB/s in read speeds, which is more than enough for fast loading of Windows, games, and applications. With its black design and low profile, it fits well into almost any build, including compact cases and laptops with M.2 slots. The five-year warranty adds peace of mind that you will use it for a long time.

What you get

With 500GB, you can comfortably hold an operating system, your main programs, and a few heavier games without worrying about space right away. Speeds of up to 3200MB/s read and 2000MB/s write significantly reduce boot time, loading screens, and copying large files compared to classic HDDs and even many SATA SSDs. The form factor M.2 2280 means you don’t need cables – you plug it directly into the motherboard slot and you’re ready. Its compact dimensions 80.0 x 22.0 x 3.58 mm make it particularly convenient for mini-ITX systems and thin machines where every millimeter of space matters. The absence of RGB is a plus if you are chasing a clean, simple look or simply do not care about lights in the case.

• Capacity 500GB – an excellent balance between price and space for an operating system, software, and a library of a few larger games.
• PCIe NVMe 3.0 interface – significantly lower latency and higher speed compared to SATA SSDs, which is felt during boot and daily work.
• Read speed up to 3200MB/s – reduces loading times for games, projects, and large files.
• Write speed up to 2000MB/s – faster copying, installing, and updating software and games.
• M.2 2280 form factor – direct mounting on the motherboard, without cables, suitable for compact and clean builds.
• Compact dimensions 80.0 x 22.0 x 3.58 mm – convenient for systems with limited space or laptops that support this standard.
• 60 months warranty – long-term coverage from the manufacturer for more peaceful operation.

Who it is suitable for

This SSD is suitable if you are building a budget or mid-range gaming/work computer and want noticeable speed over SATA without entering the price of more expensive Gen4 solutions. It is also a good choice for upgrading an older NVMe-compatible motherboard or laptop that has an M.2 2280 slot. If you are working with very heavy projects, 4K video, or a huge library of games, you may need a larger capacity, but as a primary system disk, 500GB does a great job.

The combination of PCIe NVMe 3.0 speed, 500GB capacity, and 5 years warranty makes this Transcend SSD a very sensible choice when you are looking for fast and reliable storage without unnecessary extras and markup.