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Timetec 512GB SSD 3D NAND 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)
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Timetec 512GB SSD 3D NAND 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)

Bottom line: The Timetec 512GB SSD 3D NAND SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 2280 NGFF Read Speed Up: Sequential reads up to 550MB/s, writes up to 500MB/s; main trade-off: SATA III interface caps speed far below NVMe drives.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Sequential reads up to 550MB/s, writes up to 500MB/s
  • ✓ SLC Cache tech boosts burst speeds and extends lifespan
  • ✓ Industry-leading 1,500,000-hour MTBF reliability rating
  • ✓ Supports TRIM, S.M.A.R.T., ECC and wear-leveling

Cons

  • ✗ SATA III interface caps speed far below NVMe drives
  • ✗ M.2 SATA keying won't fit NVMe-only M.2 slots
  • ✗ 512GB fills fast for large modern game libraries
  • ✗ Screws, brackets and cables not included in box

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Timetec 512GB SSD 3D NAND SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 2280 NGFF Read Speed Up… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. Timetec's memory & ram 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.

Common buyer scenarios for memory & ram of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • 3D NAND 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

BrandTimetec
Model NameAS281
Read Speed550 megabytes_per_second
Form FactorM2
Media SpeedWrite Speed up to 500 MB/s
Model NumberAS281
CompatibilityPC, Linux
Built-In MediaM.2 SSD
Hard Disk Size512 GB
Hard-Drive Size512 GB
Mfr Part NumberAS281
Number of Items1
Special FeatureBackward Compatible
Hardware PlatformLinux
Included ContentsM.2 2280 SATA III 6Gb/s SSD (All Other Cables, Screws, Brackets Not Included); Three years limited warranty with free technical support service.
Installation TypeInternal Hard Drive
Compatible DevicesDesktop, Laptop
Data Transfer Rate550 megabytes_per_second
Enclosure Materialpolycarbonate
Additional FeaturesBackward Compatible

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