The TEAM CX2 is a 256GB internal solid-state drive for a desktop or laptop with a compatible 2.5-inch SATA drive bay. It suits people upgrading from a traditional hard drive or adding storage for everyday computing.

Flash storage avoids the moving parts of a mechanical drive, while the SATA III 6Gb/s interface supports sequential read speeds up to 520 MB/s and write speeds up to 430 MB/s. SLC caching helps accelerate data transfers, and the drive includes wear levelling and ECC error correction to support reliable data handling over time. Its shock-resistant design is rated at 1500G.

Key features

• 256GB capacity for files, applications and system storage.
• 2.5-inch form factor for compatible drive bays.
• SATA III 6Gb/s interface with backwards compatibility to SATA II.
• Sequential read speed up to 520 MB/s and write speed up to 430 MB/s.
• SLC caching helps improve transfer speeds compared with a traditional hard drive.
• Wear levelling and ECC help maintain data transfer reliability.
• Shock-resistant construction rated at 1500G.
• Rated endurance of 80TBW for this 256GB variant.

Compatibility

Use with a system that supports a 2.5-inch SATA SSD and the drive's interface. TEAMGROUP lists support for Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8 and 7, Mac OS 10.4 or later, and Linux 2.6.33 or later. Good to know: check your motherboard or laptop, processor and BIOS support before buying, as some older systems may not support newer SSDs.

In the box

• TEAM CX2

Specifications

For a straightforward storage upgrade, the CX2 combines a practical 256GB capacity with SATA connectivity and features designed to support dependable everyday use.