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SSD Specification Duel

ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB vs SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB

Side-by-side specification comparison with 25 data points analyzed

ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB

ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB

Micron

8
Wins
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8
Wins
9 ties · 25 specs compared
Dead Heat
SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB

SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB

SK Hynix

ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB
SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB

Performance Specs

Sequential Read◄ WINNER
560 MB/s
530 MB/s
Sequential Write◄ WINNER
520 MB/s
200 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)WINNER ►
80,000 IOPS
85,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)◄ WINNER
85,000 IOPS
50,000 IOPS
92 µs
Read Latency
75 µs
2100 µs
Write Latency
1500 µs

Hardware Specs

2.5"
Form Factor
2.5"
SATA 6 Gbps
Interface
SATA 6 Gbps
SM2258H
Controller
SH87810AA
TLC
NAND Flash
MLC
32-layer
Technology
Planar
DRAM (enabled)
DRAM Cache
DRAM (enabled)

Reliability Specs

3 Years
Warranty
5 Years
Endurance (TBW)◄ WINNER
200 TBW
72 TBW
MTBF◄ WINNER
2.0 Million Hours
1.2 Million Hours
No
Power Loss Protection
No
DWPD◄ WINNER
0.7
0.3

Features Specs

AES-256
Encryption
AES-256
Yes
TRIM Support
Yes
No
PS5 Compatible
No
AHCI
Protocol
AHCI

Power & Value Specs

0.06 W (Idle) Unknown (Avg) Unknown (Max)
Power Draw
Unknown
40 nm
Process Node
16 nm
Aug 25th, 2016
Release Date
Jan 1st, 2015
80 USD
Launch Price
45 USD
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ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB vs SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB: Technical Analysis

For real-world multitasking, the SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB edges ahead with 85,000 IOPS random read IOPS. Random I/O performance often matters more than sequential speeds for everyday computing.

The ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB offers superior endurance at 200 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

Final Verdict

ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB vs SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB: Dead Heat

This is a close matchup. The ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB wins in 8 categories while the SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB takes 8. Both are excellent choices — your decision should come down to price, availability, and specific feature priorities.

FAQ

ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB vs SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB FAQ

Which is faster: ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB or SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB?

The ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB is faster with 560 MB/s sequential read speed. For most users, this means quicker file transfers and faster game loading.

Which SSD is better for gaming?

Both drives work well for PC gaming. Choose based on your interface compatibility (NVMe vs SATA) and budget.

Which has better reliability?

The ADATA Ultimate SU800 256 GB comes with 3 Years warranty while the SK Hynix Canvas SC300 128 GB offers 5 Years. Check the endurance (TBW) ratings in the specs above for write durability.

Where can I buy these SSDs in Kenya?

Use the "Check Availability" buttons above to inquire about current stock and pricing. We can source most SSDs on request with delivery across Kenya.