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GUDGA M.2 256GB NVMe PCIe Gen 3.0x4 Internal Solid State Drive

GUDGA M.2 256GB NVMe PCIe Gen 3.0x4 Internal Solid State Drive

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$53.99at Newegg.com, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the GUDGA M.2 256GB NVMe PCIe Gen 3.0x4 Internal Solid State Drive

The GUDGA M.2 256GB is a budget NVMe drive in the 2280 form factor that fits any PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 slot. GUDGA rates it at 2100 MB/s read and 1600 MB/s write, with sustained speeds of 1900 and 1450 MB/s. That is well below big-name Gen 3 drives like the Samsung 970 EVO, but it is several times faster than a SATA SSD. It suits a secondary machine, an office PC or a cheap storage upgrade rather than a main drive holding important data.

Best forBudget PC builds and office desktopsReviving an older laptop with an M.2 slotSecondary storage for games and filesBuyers who want NVMe speed at the lowest price
Pros
  • Low price per gigabyte for NVMe storage
  • 2100 MB/s read is far quicker than SATA drives
  • Standard M.2 2280 size fits most laptops and desktops
  • PCIe 3.0 x4 works in older boards that lack Gen 4
Cons
  • 256GB fills fast once Windows and a few games are installed
  • No-name controller and unknown NAND; endurance rating not published
  • Sustained write of 1450 MB/s is modest and can drop further on long copies
  • No DRAM cache or software suite from a major brand
  • Warranty support is harder to rely on than with Samsung, WD or Crucial

GUDGA M.2 256GB NVMe PCIe Gen 3.0x4 Internal Solid State Drive prices at every store

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GUDGA M.2 256GB NVMe PCIe Gen 3.0x4 Internal Solid State Drive price history

Lowest price we've seen: $53.99 on Nov 2 at Newegg.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.

Specifications

Device Type
Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Connector
M.2 2280,PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe
Controller
Other
Max Sequential Read
2100 MB/s
Max Sequential Write
1600 MB/s
Sustained Sequential Read
1900 MB/s
Sustained Sequential Write
1450 MB/s

Questions and answers

Is the GUDGA 256GB worth it?
At a budget price it is fine as a secondary drive or for a low-cost office PC. For a main drive holding important files, a branded 500GB or 1TB drive is a safer buy.
Will it fit my laptop?
It fits any M.2 2280 slot that supports PCIe NVMe. Check that your laptop takes a 2280-length drive and has a free M.2 slot, since some slim models only accept shorter 2230 drives.
How fast is it compared with a SATA SSD?
Rated read is 2100 MB/s and write 1600 MB/s, roughly three to four times a SATA SSD's 550 MB/s. Real-world copies will be slower than the headline numbers, especially on long writes.
Is 256GB enough?
For Windows plus a handful of apps it is tight but workable. If you plan to install modern games, which often exceed 50GB each, choose 1TB.
Does it need a heatsink?
No. A Gen 3 drive at these speeds runs cool enough without one, though a heatsink helps in a cramped laptop or a case with poor airflow.
What is in the box?
The drive itself. Mounting screws and a screwdriver are usually not included, so check your motherboard or laptop has the M.2 screw.