Patriot Memory Burst Elite 480 GB SATA III

Patriot Burst Elite 480 GB | SATA III SSD Upgrade

The Patriot Memory Burst Elite 480 GB 2.5″ Serial ATA III is a high-performance solid-state drive designed to eliminate bottlenecks and boost system responsiveness for PCs and laptops. Built with the latest SATA controller supporting both TLC and QLC NAND, this 7mm-thin drive offers a compelling upgrade path over traditional hard drives.

Slim Specs Table

Blazing SATA III Performance

The Burst Elite leverages a 6Gb/s SATA III interface that’s backwards compatible with SATA II, delivering sequential read speeds up to 450 MB/s and write speeds of 320 MB/s. This translates to dramatically faster boot times, quicker application launches, and smoother multitasking compared to traditional HDDs. The drive’s 40,000 IOPS random read and write performance ensures snappy responsiveness even under heavy workloads.

Ultra-Slim 7mm Design

At just 7mm in height, the Burst Elite fits perfectly into modern laptops and ultrabooks where space is at a premium. The standard 2.5″ form factor makes it equally suitable for desktop PCs, offering a versatile upgrade solution. Weighing only 46g, this lightweight drive won’t add noticeable bulk to your system while providing substantial performance gains.

Built for Reliability

With a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating of 2,000,000 hours and S.M.A.R.T. support for monitoring drive health, the Burst Elite is engineered for dependable long-term operation. The drive includes TRIM support to maintain optimal performance over time, and carries CE/FCC/RoHS certifications for quality assurance. Rated for 400 TBW (Terabytes Written), it’s designed to handle mixed-use workloads with confidence.

Box contents

• Patriot Burst Elite 480 GB SSD
• Hanging box packaging

Check before you buy

• Confirm your system has a 2.5″ drive bay or compatible adapter
• Verify your motherboard supports SATA III (backwards compatible with SATA II)
• Check available space for the 7mm height profile
• Confirm your system’s operating system supports TRIM functionality

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this drive compatible with both laptops and desktops?

A: Yes, the 2.5″ form factor works with both laptops and desktops that have standard drive bays.

Q: Does this SSD support NVMe?

A: No, this is a SATA III drive, not NVMe. It uses the traditional SATA interface.

Q: What is the TBW rating and what does it mean?

A: The TBW (Terabytes Written) rating is 400, indicating the total amount of data that can be written to the drive over its lifetime.

Q: Can I use this drive to replace my laptop’s existing hard drive?

A: Yes, provided your laptop has a 2.5″ drive bay and supports SATA interfaces. You’ll need cloning software to transfer your system.

Q: Does the drive come with cloning software?

A: The box contents don’t specify included software. You may need to download cloning tools separately.

The Consultant’s verdict & warranty

The Patriot Burst Elite 480 GB offers excellent value for users seeking a reliable SATA III SSD upgrade without breaking the bank. Its combination of solid performance, slim profile, and competitive pricing makes it particularly suitable for budget-conscious upgraders and everyday computing tasks. Covered by the standard Manufacturer Warranty.