Timetec

Timetec 1TB SSD 3D NAND QLC SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 2280 NGFF Read Speed Up to 550MB/s SLC Cache Performance Boost Internal Solid State Drive for PC Computer Laptop and Desktop (Pinnacle)

Name: Timetec 1TB SSD 3D NAND QLC SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 2280 NGFF Read Speed Up to 550MB/s SLC Cache Performance Boost Internal Solid State Drive for PC
Brand: Timetec
SKU: B09QRR7DKQ

Status: Timetec 1TB SSD 3D NAND QLC SATA III 6Gb/s M.2… (1TB NVMe SSD): Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-06 16:17 UTC. Closest in-stock match (same 1TB NVMe): Transcend MTS825 1TB M.2 2280 SATA III SSD, $193.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06 22:25 UTC (price may vary). eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The Timetec 1TB SSD 3D NAND QLC SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 2280 NGFF Read Speed: 1TB capacity in a compact M.2 2280 form factor for laptops and desktops; main trade-off: QLC NAND endurance trails TLC under sustained heavy writes.

Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-06 16:17 UTC

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Currently unavailable on Amazon. Not the same product — 3 in-stock alternatives with matching specs:

Same 1TB NVMe: Transcend MTS825 1TB M.2 2280 SATA III SSD — $193.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06 22:25 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $193.99

Same 1TB NVMe: Transcend MTS830 1TB M.2 2280 SATA III SSD with… — $219.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-07 04:32 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $219.99

Same 1TB NVMe: TEAMGROUP MP33 1TB 2 Pack SLC Cache 3D NAND TLC… — $286.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06 16:16 UTC (price may vary).

View Current Price — $286.99

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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-06

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 1TB capacity in a compact M.2 2280 form factor for laptops and desktops
✓ Sequential reads up to 550MB/s, near the SATA III ceiling
✓ SLC cache technology pushes writes up to 500MB/s
✓ Rated 1,500,000-hour MTBF for long-term reliability
✓ Supports TRIM, S.M.A.R.T., wear-leveling, ECC and RAID

Cons

✗ QLC NAND endurance trails TLC under sustained heavy writes
✗ 550MB/s SATA speeds sit well below NVMe drives
✗ Write speed drops once the SLC cache fills
✗ No mounting screws or brackets included in the box

Manufacturer description

Timetec SSD

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Timetec 1TB SSD 3D NAND QLC SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 2280 NGFF Read Speed… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the ssds & storage category. Timetec's ssds & storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

3D NAND QLC Enhanced Read and Write Speeds: Sequential Read Speed up to 550MB/s and Write Speed up to 500MB/s, the advanced SLC Cache Technology allows performance boost and longer lifespan.
An industry-leading 1,500,000 hours mean time before failure (MTBF)
Compatible with Operating Systems Windows 11 / Windows 10 / Windows 8.1 / Windows 8 / Windows 7, Linux 2.6.33 or later; Compatible with desktops and laptops that accept M.2 2280 SATA III 6Gb/s SSD, Backwards Compatible with SATA II 3Gb/s and SATA I 1.5Gb/s.
Support S.M.A.R.T. technology, TRIM command functions, Garbage Collection technology, Wear-Leveling technology, RAID, ECC (Error Correction Code), New Generation Power Saving technology.
Included Contents: M.2 2280 SATA III 6Gb/s SSD (All Other Cables, Screws, Brackets Not Included); Three years limited warranty with free technical support service.

Full Specifications

Brand	Timetec
Model Name	JM600
Read Speed	510 Megabytes Per Second
Form Factor	M 2
Media Speed	480 megabits_per_second
Model Number	JM600-256GB
Compatibility	PC, Linux
Built-In Media	M.2 SSD
Hard Disk Size	1 TB
Hard-Drive Size	1 TB
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Backward Compatible
Hardware Platform	PC, laptop
Included Contents	M.2 2280 SATA III 6Gb/s SSD (All Other Cables, Screws, Brackets Not Included); Three years limited warranty with free technical support service.
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Compatible Devices	Desktop, Laptop
Data Transfer Rate	550 Megabytes Per Second
Enclosure Material	SATA
Additional Features	Backward Compatible
Hard Disk Interface	Solid State

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Amazon shows no buyable offer for Timetec 1TB SSD 3D NAND QLC SATA III 6Gb/s M.2… at the last check. The closest in-stock match with the same 1TB NVMe is Transcend MTS825 1TB M.2 2280 SATA III SSD. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

View Current Price — $193.99