Lexar LNQ100 1 TB

Lexar NQ100 1TB 2.5″ SATA III Internal SSD (LNQ100X001T)

The Lexar NQ100 1TB is a 2.5-inch SATA III solid-state drive designed to replace ageing mechanical hard drives in laptops and desktop computers. It targets users who want a straightforward, affordable upgrade without changing their existing SATA infrastructure. Consequently, it fits particularly well in older systems where an HDD is the primary bottleneck.

Technical Specifications

Storage & Interface

• Capacity: 1TB (1,000GB; actual formatted capacity will be lower)
• Interface: SATA III (6Gb/s); backward compatible with SATA II
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Height: 7mm

Performance

• Sequential Read: Up to 550 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Lower than read speed (exact figure not published by Lexar for this variant)
• Controller: Marvell 88NV1120 (dual-core, 2-channel, 4-CE/channel)
• NAND Type: Micron 3D TLC, 96-layer
• DRAM Cache: None
• HMB Support: Not applicable

Reliability & Durability

• Shock Resistance: 1500G (0.5ms, Half Sine Wave)
• Vibration Resistance: 10–2000Hz
• Warranty: 3-year limited

Physical

• Dimensions: 100.2 × 69.85 × 7mm (standard 2.5-inch SATA)
• Weight: ~34g

Use Cases and Applications

Laptop Upgrades: The 7mm height is compatible with the vast majority of laptop drive bays. Users replacing a slow 5400 RPM laptop HDD will notice the most dramatic improvement — applications that previously took 30–40 seconds to open become near-instant.

Desktop Secondary Storage: In a desktop with an existing NVMe boot drive, the NQ100 works well as high-capacity secondary storage for documents, photos, and archived projects. Furthermore, its low power draw reduces overall system thermal load.

Refurbished and Business PC Refreshes: IT departments and refurbishes who need to bring older SATA-based machines back to a usable standard without replacing the entire unit will find the NQ100 a cost-effective option. It is compatible with Windows 10/11, macOS, and Linux without additional drivers.

4K Video and Photo Storage: The drive is rated for large-format media files. However, for sustained high-bitrate 4K write workflows, a DRAM-equipped SATA drive or an NVMe alternative would be more appropriate given the NQ100’s DRAM-less architecture.

For additional storage and memory options to complement this upgrade, browse the full range of RAM available at Urban Link Computers. For full product documentation and compatibility information, visit the official Lexar website.