Name: MZ-N6E250BW Samsung 860 EVO 250GB M.2 2280 SATA SSD 6Gb/s 512MB Cache
Brand: Samsung
SKU: MZ-N6E250BW
Price: 146.54 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Samsung 860 EVO Series 250GB M.2 2280 SATA SSD combines solid performance with reliability in a small form factor. It’s designed to fit in compact systems and delivers improved load times and responsiveness for daily computing needs without the complexity of NVMe drives.

General Information
Brand	Samsung
Part Number	MZ-N6E250BW

Technical Information
Capacity	250GB
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Interface	SATA 6GB/s
Cache	512MB DRAM
MTBF	1,500,000 hours
Hot Swappable	No
Hot Pluggable	No

Performance
Max Sequential Read	550 MB/s
Max Sequential Write	520 MB/s
Random Read	98,000 IOPS (4KB, QD32)
Random Write	90,000 IOPS (4KB, QD32)
Endurance (TBW)	150 TBW

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	2.38 x 22.15 x 80.15 mm
Weight	1.10
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The Samsung 860 EVO Series 250GB M.2 2280 solid state drive offers a compact and efficient storage solution for laptops and desktops that support M.2 SATA drives. It’s commonly used in systems requiring a balance of speed and capacity without upgrading to NVMe options. Built for everyday users, gamers, and professionals alike, this SSD enhances boot times, application launches, and overall system responsiveness when compared to traditional hard drives. Its reliable V-NAND technology ensures long-term stability and endurance. Key Features Advanced 3-bit MLC V-NAND delivers consistent performance and durability 512MB DRAM cache reduces latency and speeds up data access M.2 2280 form factor fits compact devices and saves space Compatible with SATA 6Gb/s interface for quick transfers Optimized for multitasking and heavy read/write operations This SSD is often found in ultrabooks, gaming rigs, and workstations where fast data handling is crucial but NVMe is not required. It provides a noticeable speed boost over HDDs and earlier SATA SSDs, making it a practical upgrade for everyday computing tasks.

Use Cases
The Samsung 860 EVO Series 250GB M.2 2280 SATA SSD is ideal for compact computing environments where space is limited but reliable storage performance is critical. It suits IT professionals managing small form factor desktops or upgrading legacy systems requiring fast, consistent data throughput without the need for NVMe functionality. How It's Used: Enhancing boot and load times for business laptops used by remote or field workers who need durable and responsive storage solutions. Implementing storage upgrades in small office/home office (SOHO) systems to extend device life without increasing chassis size. Deploying in embedded systems or industrial PCs that require stable storage with low power consumption and high endurance. Utilizing in virtualization test environments where moderate capacity and SATA compatibility suffice for development workloads. Supporting edge computing nodes that process localized data streams while maintaining quick access to frequently used applications. This SSD supports efficient data handling in compact, SATA-based systems, enabling IT teams to balance performance and scalability in constrained hardware setups. Its reliability and cache technology contribute to smoother operation and quicker responsiveness in targeted deployment scenarios.