Kingston KC600 - mSATA SATA SSD - 256GB
About Kingston KC600 - mSATA SATA SSD
The Kingston KC600 mSATA is the same drive as the 2.5" KC600 (same 96-layer 3D TLC NAND, same SM2259 controller, same DRAM cache) but in the mSATA form factor. It's one of the last actively available mSATA SSDs from a major manufacturer, which makes it relevant for a specific class of older hardware.
Why mSATA Still Matters
Some embedded systems, older mini-ITX boards, and industrial hardware only have mSATA slots. If you're upgrading storage on a system with no 2.5" bay and no M.2 slot, the KC600 mSATA is one of very few current options that isn't from a no-name brand. It carries the same hardware encryption (AES-XTS 256-bit, TCG Opal 2.0) and DRAM-backed performance as its 2.5" sibling.
Specs and Endurance
Sequential read/write hits 550/520 MB/s. Endurance ratings match the 2.5" variant: 150 TBW (256GB), 300 TBW (512GB), 600 TBW (1TB). Five-year limited warranty.
Best for: Older systems with only an mSATA slot: embedded boards, legacy NAS appliances, thin clients, and industrial hardware where mSATA is the only storage interface available.
Avoid if: Your system has a 2.5" SATA bay or M.2 slot. The mSATA form factor is effectively dead for new hardware, and you'll have more options and better pricing with 2.5" or M.2 drives.
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