Transcend 512GB M.2 2242PCIE GEN3x4 NVMe

Transcend 512GB M.2 2242PCIE GEN3x4 NVMe | 512GB in a compact M.2 format

For keeping digital files together in a compact storage device, the Transcend 512GB M.2 2242PCIE GEN3x4 NVMe gives you 512GB of capacity in an M.2 2242 format. The name also identifies its connection as PCIe Gen3x4 and its storage standard as NVMe. That’s the useful starting point when comparing this drive with a device or storage requirement you already have in mind: capacity, physical format and interface are all part of the product name. Its 512GB capacity is the main figure to weigh against the amount of material you plan to keep on it. The format details matter too, since an M.2 2242 drive is a specific shape and connection type, not a general description of any SSD. It’s a clearly named option for shoppers who already know they need these particular specifications.

Understanding the format

M.2 describes the drive’s format, while 2242 is the size designation used in its name. PCIe Gen3x4 identifies the listed PCIe generation and lane configuration; NVMe is the storage standard named for the drive. Together, these terms describe different aspects of the product, rather than additional storage capacity. That distinction can help when you’re comparing product names: 512GB tells you the capacity, while M.2 2242 and PCIe Gen3x4 give the format and interface details. The model name is precise, but it isn’t a substitute for matching a drive to a particular device’s requirements. Keep the full designation in view when assessing whether this is the format you’re looking for.

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 512GB
• Form factor: M.2 2242
• Interface: PCIe Gen3x4
• Storage standard: NVMe