Lexar NQ100 256GB 2.5” SATA III SSD | Up to 550MB/s Read (LNQ100X256G-RNNNG)

The Lexar NQ100 256GB is a 2.5-inch SATA III solid-state drive intended for upgrading laptops and desktop computers from traditional hard disk drives.

Lexar NQ100 256GB uses a SATA III (6Gb/s) interface and delivers sequential read speeds of up to 550MB/s, helping reduce system startup time, application load delays, and file access latency. Write speeds are lower and not specified by the manufacturer.

With no moving parts, the drive is designed to be more durable than mechanical hard drives and is rated for shock resistance up to 1500G and vibration resistance across specified frequency ranges. Its 7mm thickness supports compatibility with most modern laptops and standard 2.5-inch drive bays.

The 256GB variant is rated for 84TBW and 0.32 DWPD, as specified by the manufacturer. Actual usable capacity, endurance, and performance may vary depending on system configuration and usage conditions.

Best suited for

• Laptop or desktop upgrades from HDD to SATA SSD
• Systems requiring a 2.5-inch, 7mm SATA drive
• General computing, office work, and everyday storage
• Users seeking lower noise and power usage than HDDs

Not suitable for

• NVMe or PCIe-only systems
• Users needing guaranteed high write speeds
• Enterprise or server workloads
• Applications requiring manufacturer-specified encryption features