The GIGABYTE 240GB SSD is a 2.5-inch, 7mm SATA III drive for anyone upgrading a desktop or laptop from a hard drive. It reads at up to 500MB/s and writes at up to 420MB/s, making it a good Windows system drive or a small secondary drive for apps.
Key features
- 240GB on a SATA 6Gb/s interface
- Sequential read up to 500MB/s and write up to 420MB/s
- Random 4K read up to 50K IOPS and write up to 75K IOPS
- TRIM and S.M.A.R.T. support
- 100TBW endurance and 2 million hours MTBF
Specifications
| Model | GIGABYTE SSD 240GB (GP-GSTFS31240GNTD) |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 240GB |
| Form factor | 2.5", 7mm (69.85 x 100 x 7mm) |
| Interface | SATA 6.0Gb/s (SATA III) |
| Sequential read / write | Up to 500MB/s / up to 420MB/s |
| Random 4K read / write | Up to 50K / 75K IOPS |
| Endurance / MTBF | 100TBW / 2 million hours |
| Operating temperature | 0–70°C |
| Manufacturer warranty | 3 years or 100TBW, whichever comes first |
Compatibility
It fits any desktop or laptop with a SATA port and a 2.5-inch bay; the 7mm height suits slim laptops. Desktops need a SATA data cable and a SATA power connector from the PSU. It also works on older SATA II ports at the port's lower speed.
FAQ
Is it good for installing Windows?
Yes. 240GB holds Windows 11 and essential apps, and 500MB/s reads make boot and app launch clearly faster than a hard drive.
Will it fit my laptop?
Yes, if your laptop has a 2.5-inch SATA bay. Check that it is not M.2-only.
What is the difference between SATA and NVMe?
SATA III tops out around 550MB/s in practice, while NVMe drives reach thousands of MB/s. For heavy large-file work, NVMe is the better fit.