Sabrent Rocket Q
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| Sabrent Rocket Q | 7681 | 5781 | 1888 | 2579 | 257.70 | 189.92 | 0.09 | 0.03 |
| Sabrent Rocket Q | 1000 | 3638 | 1308 | 1575 | 179.26 | 127.91 | 0.09 | 0.05 |
| Sabrent Rocket Q | 1000 | 3132 | 1318 | 1526 | 256.62 | 174.86 | 7.94 | 0.05 |
| Sabrent Rocket Q | 1000 | 3117 | 1266 | 1585 | 20.52 | 106.30 | 0.10 | 0.06 |
| Sabrent Rocket Q | 1000 | 3117 | 1266 | 1585 | 20.52 | 106.30 | 0.10 | 0.06 |
The measurement of the Sabrent Rocket Q was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Sabrent Rocket Q under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Sabrent Rocket Q should be used.
The Sabrent Rocket Q is an NVMe SSD known for its high performance and efficiency. Here is a comprehensive description, including technical details, features and application areas:
General description
The Sabrent Rocket Q is an M.2 NVMe SSD designed for use in computers and laptops. It uses NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) technology to ensure high speed data transfer over the PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) bus. The Rocket Q belongs to the QLC (Quad-Level Cell) series, which offers a cost-effective option for high storage capacity.
Technical details
1. Form factor:
- M.2 2280: This is the standard form factor for M.2 NVMe SSDs. The numbers 2280 stand for a width of 22 mm and a length of 80 mm.
2. Interface:
- PCIe Gen 3 x4: The SSD uses four third-generation PCIe lanes, which enable a high data transfer rate.
3. Storage technology:
- QLC (Quad-Level Cell): The Rocket Q uses QLC NAND flash memory, which stores 4 bits per memory cell. This allows for high capacity at a lower price, but may have lower durability and performance compared to TLC (Triple-Level Cell) and SLC (Single-Level Cell) NAND.
4. Capacity:
- The Rocket Q is available in various capacities, typically from 500 GB up to 4 TB.
5. Speed:
- Read speed: Up to 3200 MB/s (megabytes per second).
- Write speed: Up to 2900 MB/s.
6. Controller:
- The Rocket Q controller is from Sabrent or a third-party supplier and is optimized for operation with QLC NAND flash memory.
7. Service life and reliability:
- TBW (Terabytes Written): Depending on the capacity, the TBW value varies, which indicates how many terabytes of data can be written to the SSD before the lifespan of the cells is exhausted.
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): A high MTBF number means a long expected operating time of the device.
8. Operating temperature:
- Temperature range: Typically 0°C to 70°C for operation, but may vary depending on model.
Functions
1. High performance:
- The Rocket Q offers high read and write speeds that can significantly improve system performance, especially when working with large files or running memory-intensive applications.
2. High storage capacity:
- By using QLC NAND, the Rocket Q can store large amounts of data, making it ideal for users who need a lot of storage space.
3. Data management and security:
- Many models offer features such as wear leveling, garbage collection and ECC (Error Correction Code) to ensure data integrity and the lifespan of the SSD.
4. Compatibility:
- The SSD is compatible with most modern motherboards that support an M.2 PCIe slot. Check your system's compatibility before purchasing.
5. Energy efficiency:
- NVMe SSDs are typically more energy efficient than traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) and help improve battery life in laptops.
Areas of application
1. Gaming:
- The high speed of the Rocket Q ensures fast game loading times and an overall smoother gaming experience.
2. Multimedia editing:
- Ideal for editing large media files such as videos and images as the high write and read speeds speed up processing.
3. System upgrade:
- An excellent choice for upgrading an existing system to increase system performance and reduce operating system and application boot times.
4. Data-intensive applications:
- Perfect for applications that process large amounts of data, such as databases and virtual machines.
5. General Use:
- Also for daily use in PCs and laptops to improve overall system performance and enable faster access to data.
Summary
The Sabrent Rocket Q is a powerful and cost-effective NVMe SSD that offers high capacity and speed for a variety of applications. It is particularly well suited for users who need a significant amount of storage space while also wanting to benefit from the fast data transfer of NVMe technology. With its combination of performance and capacity, it is a solid choice for a wide range of uses, from gaming to multimedia editing to system upgrades.
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Sabrent Rocket Q 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 Sabrent Rocket Q.
The Sabrent Rocket Q is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Sabrent Rocket Q regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.