HyperX Predator PCIe SHPM2280P2H/240G 240 GB

Two interfaces to choose from

If only the newest motherboards are equipped with the M.2 connector, then all motherboards have PCIe slots without exception. Therefore , the HyperX Predator M.2 drive is sold both separately and bundled with an adapter to PCIe. It is important to consider that its connection does not require a compact PCIe x1 connector, but a medium format x4 or full-size x16.

Faster than SATA

For a long time, SATA III SSDs were limited to 600MB/s, but M.2 and PCIe have eliminated this limit. The HyperX Predator linear read speed, regardless of the disk size, is 1400 MB / s, and the write speed for the 256 and 480 GB versions is 600 and 1000 MB / s, respectively. Yes, it's not the fastest SSD in the world, but it's not the most expensive either, especially given the advanced configuration.

Gamer or not?

If, for example, gaming headphones do not raise questions, then the phrase “gaming” SSD sounds strange. A "gaming" SSD cannot make gaming more comfortable than a "non-gaming" one. However, HyperX actively supports and develops global eSports (sponsoring teams, hosting tournaments), and therefore has at least the moral right to call its products gaming.

As a result, we can recommend Predator for those who already lack the speed of conventional SATA drives, but who do not yet have a motherboard with an M.2 port, as well as eSports fans.