--- product_id: 174257446 title: "Kingston KC600 SSD SKC600/256G Internal SSD 2.5\" SATA Rev 3.0, 3D TLC, XTS-AES 256-bit encryption" brand: "kingston" price: "$242.66" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/174257446-kingston-kc600-ssd-skc600-256g-internal-ssd-2-5-sata store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 550MB/s read speed 256GB storage capacity AES 256-bit encryption Kingston KC600 SSD SKC600/256G Internal SSD 2.5" SATA Rev 3.0, 3D TLC, XTS-AES 256-bit encryption **Brand:** kingston **Price:** $242.66 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Upgrade your workflow with speed and security that means business. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Kingston KC600 SSD SKC600/256G Internal SSD 2.5" SATA Rev 3.0, 3D TLC, XTS-AES 256-bit encryption by kingston - **How much does it cost?** $242.66 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/174257446-kingston-kc600-ssd-skc600-256g-internal-ssd-2-5-sata) ## Best For - kingston enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kingston brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Upgrade:** Includes Acronis cloning software and all essentials for a smooth installation. - • **Rock-Solid Security:** Keep your data fortress safe with hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption and TCG Opal support. - • **Blazing Fast Performance:** Experience lightning-quick boot and load times with up to 550MB/s read speeds. - • **Flexible Storage Options:** Choose from a range of capacities up to 2TB to fit your professional and personal needs. - • **Future-Proof Compatibility:** Seamlessly integrates with SATA Rev 3.0 and backward compatible with older systems. ## Overview The Kingston KC600 SSD is a high-performance 2.5" SATA Rev 3.0 internal drive featuring 3D TLC NAND technology, delivering read speeds up to 550MB/s and write speeds up to 520MB/s. It offers robust data protection with AES 256-bit hardware encryption and supports TCG Opal and eDrive security standards. Available in capacities from 256GB to 2TB, it comes bundled with Acronis cloning software for easy installation and is backed by a 5-year manufacturer warranty. ## Description Kingston’s KC600 is a full-capacity SSD designed to provide remarkable performance and optimised to provide functional system responsiveness with incredible boot, loading and transfer times. It comes in both 2.5" and mSATA form factors using SATA Rev 3.0 interface with backwards compatibility. The KC600 utilises the latest 3D TLC NAND technology while supporting a full security suite that includes AES 256-bit hardware encryption, TCG Opal and eDrive. It features read/write speeds of up to 550/520MB/s¹ to efficiently store your data up to 2TB². It’s available in a bundle kit that provides everything you need for a smooth and easy desktop and notebook installation and upgrade. ## Features - Remarkable performance - Features the latest 3D TLC NAND technology - Supports a full security suite (TCG Opal, AES 256-bit, eDrive) - Available in range of full capacities ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B07ZDBZDR9 | | Best Sellers Rank | 25,277 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) 143 in Internal Solid State Drives | | Box Contents | Acronis cloning software | | Brand Name | Kingston | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 256 | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Laptop, Desktop | | Compatible Video Game Console Models | Sony PlayStation 4 | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,672) 4.6 out of 5 stars | | Data Transfer Rate | 550 Megabits Per Second | | Digital Storage Capacity | 256 GB | | Enclosure Material | 3D TLC NAND Flash Memory | | Form Factor | 2.5" SATA | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00740617300161 | | Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches | | Hard Disk Interface | Serial ATA | | Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM | | Hard Drive Size | 256 GB | | Hardware Connectivity | SATA 6.0 Gb/s | | Hardware Platform | Linux, Mac, PC | | Installation Type | Internal Hard Drive | | Item Type Name | ssd | | Item Weight | 1 Grams | | Manufacturer | Kingston | | Manufacturer Part Number | SKC600/256G | | Media Speed | 520.0 | | Model Name | SKC600/256G | | Model Number | SKC600/256G | | Network Connectivity Technology | SATA | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Product Features | Backward Compatible | | Product Warranty | 5 years with manufacturer | | Read Speed | 550 Megabytes Per Second | | Specific Uses For Product | Personal | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Upc | 740617300161 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Kingston - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible devices:** Laptop, Desktop - **Connectivity technology:** SATA - **Digital storage capacity:** 256 GB - **Hard disk description:** Solid State Drive - **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches - **Hard disk interface:** Serial ATA - **Installation type:** Internal Hard Drive - **Special feature:** Backward Compatible ## Images ![Kingston KC600 SSD SKC600/256G Internal SSD 2.5" SATA Rev 3.0, 3D TLC, XTS-AES 256-bit encryption - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gV9ObzJUL.jpg) ![Kingston KC600 SSD SKC600/256G Internal SSD 2.5" SATA Rev 3.0, 3D TLC, XTS-AES 256-bit encryption - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61D0B4pVpCL.jpg) ![Kingston KC600 SSD SKC600/256G Internal SSD 2.5" SATA Rev 3.0, 3D TLC, XTS-AES 256-bit encryption - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31n-PKKkGFL.jpg) ![Kingston KC600 SSD SKC600/256G Internal SSD 2.5" SATA Rev 3.0, 3D TLC, XTS-AES 256-bit encryption - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616dtlfgJjL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Capacity, Pattern Name, Style Name** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: does this include the upgrade kit?** A: This is the one I bought and it did come with the software to clone your hard drive so I see no reason that it will have changed. Similarly it comes with the rails and screws to install it. Its a great pack. Download and install software on the original PC with the drive plugged in through the USB adapter. Shut down, swap the new drive into the existing pc and reboot. It was that simple and really surprising. I expected a lot of messing about. It made a laptop that took hours to boot just come back to life again and work as good as new. Having a spare external drive once your done is a nice bonus too! **Q: Is it /will it be available in 2tb; w'site advertises it but when you click page no 2tb option? *(please don't respond if it's 'i don't know')** A: I bought a 2TB Kingston SSD as a data disc to replace my 1TB HDD, which was beginning to fail. Easy to do a direct replacement but you need to format it before it will function. **Q: How is reliability with this drive, particularly the 1024GB version. Anyone had these die on them? Any critical firmware updates needed when on Linux?** A: It's an SSD, so more reliable than conventional HDD, but high incidence continuous read/write functions on any SSD causes more longevity issues than equivalent operation on an HDD. That said, I use mine in a CCTV DVR and it has proven more reliable than OEM HDD's which were failing at the rate of 1 every 18 months. I have no experience with Linux so can't answer that part of your question. **Q: What is the sector size of these. I require 512k, not 4096k. Thanks** A: I think all drives are now 4k sector size or Advanced Format Drive as they are known, the manufacturers changed to that size in 2011. Is it an older motherboard that you've got ? Is it an older OS that your hoping to use, like Windows NT 3.5/1 ? 512 bytes is the sector size of the older drives ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Hardrive replacement for my old HDD *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 14 November 2024* Fitted in one of my older laptops which was painstakingly slow. Perfect replacement and a straight forward boot instal of W11 24H2. Folders cloned from other in house laptop and running efficiently and fast now. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SDD KINGSTON *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 15 June 2021* Firstly I’d like to say I was skeptic about the tech details when I read it would reach 15x faster than HDD.It was the reason why I bought this SDD as 252GB.Well, I must say I’m really impressed and it surely is the most well performed upgrade I have been done. I’m saying honestly.At some point I decided record this video to help other people to see exactly what expect for this KIGSTON Sdd.Before I decided changing the Hd for one SDD I watched so many videos at YouTube, comparing the performances and I still was skeptics and I was wondering why not change this laptop.As you will see, it’s true what they say. The performance is now fabulous. The value of money is a bargain comparing to the result you will reach.I do recommend ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 27 June 2023* Mu computer is ao fast now!!! ## Frequently Bought Together - Kingston KC600 256GB 2.5 Inch SATA3 Solid State Drive (3D TLC) - StarTech.com SATA to USB Cable - USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter - External Converter for SSD/HDD Data Transfer (USB3S2SAT3CB) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/174257446-kingston-kc600-ssd-skc600-256g-internal-ssd-2-5-sata](https://www.desertcart.us/products/174257446-kingston-kc600-ssd-skc600-256g-internal-ssd-2-5-sata) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-10-18*