INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device | 120 | 544 | 222 | 152 | 28.88 | 88.44 | 0.19 | 0.08 |
| INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device | 120 | 514 | 205 | 157 | 22.40 | 87.12 | 0.27 | 0.10 |
| INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device | 120 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.14 | 0.08 |
The measurement of the INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device should be used.
The Intel SSDSC2CW120A3 is a 120GB SSD from the Intel 330 series designed for desktop and laptop applications. Here is a comprehensive description of this model:
Technical details
1. Capacity:
- 120 GB (Gigabytes)
2. Form factor:
- 2.5 inches (standard form factor for SSDs)
3. Interface:
- SATA III (6 Gb/s)
4. Storage technology:
- 25nm NAND flash memory
5. Controllers:
- Intel 6 Gb/s SATA Controller (Intel proprietary controller)
6. Read/Write speeds:
- Sequential Read: Up to 500 MB/s
- Sequential write: Up to 450 MB/s
7. Random Read/Write Speeds (4K):
- Random Read: Up to 41,000 IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second)
- Random Write: Up to 80,000 IOPS
8. TBW (Total Bytes Written):
- Approximately 35 TBW (depending on usage)
9. Durability and reliability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Approximately 1.2 million hours
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
10. Encryption:
- Supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption
11. Power consumption:
- Idle: Approximately 0.2 W
- Operation: Approximately 2.4 W
12. TRIM support:
- Yes, supported. This helps maintain the performance of the SSD over time.
Features
1. High performance:
- The SSD offers high sequential read and write speeds of up to 500 MB/s and 450 MB/s, respectively, improving system performance and enabling faster boot times and application launches.
2. Energy efficiency:
- The low power consumption values ​​​​at idle and under load contribute to better energy efficiency, which is especially beneficial for laptops.
3. Reliability:
- The Intel 6 Gb/s SATA controller together with the 25nm NAND technology ensures high reliability and longevity of the SSD.
4. Data encryption:
- Support for AES 256-bit hardware encryption protects data from unauthorized access and provides additional security.
5. TRIM support:
- The TRIM command helps optimize SSD performance over time by cleaning up unused data blocks and extending the lifespan of the SSD.
6. Low noise level:
- Since it is an SSD, there are no moving parts, resulting in silent operation.
Areas of application
1. Desktop PCs:
- Ideal as a primary drive in desktop computers to enable fast system boots, application launches, and overall improved system performance.
2. Laptops:
- Perfect for laptops due to its power efficiency resulting in longer battery life and better system responsiveness.
3. Upgrade for existing systems:
- An excellent choice for upgrading older systems to improve performance and increase boot times and system responsiveness.
4. Gaming:
- The SSD reduces loading times and improves overall gaming performance through fast data transfer rates.
5. Professional applications:
- Suitable for applications that require fast writing and reading operations, such as video and image editing.
6. Backup solutions:
- Useful for storing important data and quick backup operations to backup and restore data efficiently.
Summary
The Intel SSDSC2CW120A3 is a 120GB SSD from the Intel 330 series that offers high sequential read and write speeds, energy efficiency and reliable performance. It offers fast data access times and improved system responsiveness, making it an excellent choice for desktop PCs, laptops, system upgrades and professional applications. With support for TRIM and AES 256-bit encryption, it ensures long-lasting performance and security of stored data.
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INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device.
The INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the INTEL SSDSC2CW120A3 ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.