Kingston
The Kingston SSDNow V300 120GB is a budget‑focused 2.5‑inch SATA SSD that uses Toshiba 19 nm MLC NAND and a SandForce SF‑2281 controller to deliver up to 450 MB/s read speeds and 85k IOPS random reads, targeting users upgrading from HDDs. It includes a full migration kit and offers low power draw, but its incompressible write performance and endurance are modest.
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Current
$69.00
Average
$532.70
Lowest
$37.00
Highest
$6,500.00
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers described the V300 as a solid, budget‑oriented upgrade that combines inexpensive Toshiba MLC NAND with a SandForce controller to achieve respectable peak reads and high random IOPS. They praised the low idle power draw and the value‑added migration kit, but consistently warned that the drive’s incompressible write speed and modest endurance make it unsuitable for write‑heavy or future‑proof scenarios.
What Users Say
Everyday users love the noticeable speed boost for booting and everyday tasks, the quiet operation, and the ease of installation thanks to the included kit. However, many express frustration with slow sustained writes, performance drops after the drive fills partially, and concerns about the limited 120 GB capacity and occasional early failures.
Common Complaints
Performance throttling after the drive is partially filled, low incompressible write speeds, limited 64 TB TBW endurance, and occasional early failures beyond the warranty period.
What People Are Saying
“10x speed gains”
How It Compares
vs. Samsung 840 EVO 120GB
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose Samsung for better write performance and endurance when budget allows; choose Kingston for the lowest cost and included upgrade accessories.
vs. Crucial MX (M4) 128GB
Advantages
Disadvantages
Select Crucial if you prioritize consistent performance without throttling; select Kingston if you need higher peak reads and a complete upgrade kit.
vs. Intel 335 120GB
Advantages
Disadvantages
Intel is suited for users valuing endurance and stability; Kingston is better for those seeking higher read speeds and a ready‑to‑install package.
