KINGSTON SHSS37A240G
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| KINGSTON SHSS37A240G | 240 | 1499 | 499 | 497 | 362.00 | 313.97 | 0.16 | 0.07 |
| KINGSTON SHSS37A240G | 240 | 1355 | 439 | 440 | 296.48 | 316.38 | 0.13 | 0.04 |
| KINGSTON SHSS37A240G | 240 | 1352 | 473 | 471 | 265.98 | 240.41 | 0.20 | 0.08 |
| KINGSTON SHSS37A240G | 240 | 1340 | 496 | 474 | 201.82 | 122.89 | 0.15 | 0.07 |
| KINGSTON SHSS37A240G | 240 | 1139 | 375 | 371 | 260.27 | 222.44 | 0.14 | 0.05 |
| KINGSTON SHSS37A240G | 240 | 1102 | 488 | 206 | 229.36 | 180.23 | 0.15 | 0.06 |
| KINGSTON SHSS37A240G | 240 | 638 | 215 | 207 | 138.71 | 122.45 | 0.32 | 0.19 |
The measurement of the KINGSTON SHSS37A240G was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the KINGSTON SHSS37A240G under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the KINGSTON SHSS37A240G should be used.
The Kingston SHSS37A240G is a solid state drive (SSD) found in Kingston's SSDNow V300 series. It uses the SATA interface and offers a cost-effective solution to improve system performance compared to traditional hard disk drives (HDDs). Here is a detailed description of the Kingston SHSS37A240G SSD, including technical details, features and application areas:
Technical details:
1. Model Number:
- KINGSTON SHSS37A240G
2. Form factor and interface:
- Form factor: 2.5 inches (standard size for SSDs and HDDs)
- Interface: SATA III 6 Gb/s (also backwards compatible with SATA II 3 Gb/s and SATA I 1.5 Gb/s)
3. Capacity:
- 240 GB
4. Performance:
- Read: Up to 450 MB/s
- Write: Up to 450 MB/s
5. Storage technology:
- Storage: NAND Flash (SLC or MLC depending on batch and availability)
- Controller: Kingston own controller or Phison controller (depending on production run)
6. Service life and reliability:
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Up to 1 million hours
- Warranty: 3 year limited warranty
7. Cache and buffers:
- DRAM Cache: The SHSS37A240G may not use a dedicated DRAM cache, but instead uses a DRAM-less architecture to reduce costs.
Features:
1. SATA III interface: Provides a maximum data transfer rate of up to 6 Gb/s. Although the SSD itself offers a maximum speed of 450 MB/s, it is backwards compatible with older SATA versions.
2. NAND Flash Memory: Uses NAND Flash memory technology to greatly improve performance compared to traditional HDDs. NAND Flash is faster and more reliable than the mechanical parts of a hard drive.
3. TRIM Support: Supports TRIM command, which optimizes SSD by marking data blocks that are no longer needed and extends SSD lifespan.
4. Wear Leveling: A mechanism that distributes writes evenly across all memory cells to maximize the lifespan of the SSD.
5. Intelligent SLC Cache: Can improve performance on certain write operations by intelligently using caching techniques.
Areas of application:
1. System Upgrades: An ideal choice for users who want to upgrade their existing desktops or laptops to increase system performance and reduce boot and loading times.
2. Everyday use: Suitable for general applications such as web browsing, office work and multimedia, where the speed and responsiveness of a system can be crucial.
3. Cost-effective solution: Its affordability means it offers good performance at a low price, making it particularly attractive for budget or entry-level PCs.
4. Compact Devices: Its 2.5-inch form factor allows it to fit into many existing devices, including laptops and desktop PCs that need an upgrade.
Conclusion:
The Kingston SHSS37A240G SSD is a solid choice for users looking for a powerful and reliable storage solution at an affordable price. With a capacity of 240 GB and solid performance data, it offers a noticeable improvement in system speed compared to traditional hard disk drives. It is particularly well suited for system upgrades, everyday use and as a cost-effective solution for entering the world of SSDs. Support for TRIM and wear leveling ensures a long service life and consistent performance over the entire service life of the SSD.
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KINGSTON SHSS37A240G 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 KINGSTON SHSS37A240G.
The KINGSTON SHSS37A240G is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the KINGSTON SHSS37A240G regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.