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Panther AS340 SSD 480GB 2.5'' SATA III AP480GAS340G-1
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Panther AS340 SSD 480GB 2.5'' SATA III AP480GAS340G-1

The Apacer Panther AS340 SSD uses a SATA III connection and TLC NAND Flash memory. It supports S.M.A.R.T., Wear Leveling, TRIM and NCQ, as well as ECC error correction of up to 72 bits/1 KB.

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The Apacer Panther AS340 SSD uses a SATA III connection and TLC NAND Flash memory. It supports S.M.A.R.T., Wear Leveling, TRIM and NCQ, as well as ECC error correction of up to 72 bits/1 KB.

  • Capacity: 480 GB
  • Type: SSD
  • Form factor: 2.5"
  • Connection: SATA III (SATA 6.0 Gb/s)
  • Read speed: up to 550 MB/s
  • Write speed: up to 550 MB/s
  • 4 KB random write: 70,000 IOPS
    • ...
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Top specs

  • Communication Protocol

    Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

    Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


    PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

    SATA III

    Modern hard drive connection standard.

    The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.

  • Write Speed

    Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

    For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

    These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

  • Read Speed

    Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

    An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

    These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
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Description

Description

The Apacer Panther AS340 SSD uses a SATA III connection and TLC NAND Flash memory. It supports S.M.A.R.T., Wear Leveling, TRIM and NCQ, as well as ECC error correction of up to 72 bits/1 KB.

  • Capacity: 480 GB
  • Type: SSD
  • Form factor: 2.5"
  • Connection: SATA III (SATA 6.0 Gb/s)
  • Read speed: up to 550 MB/s
  • Write speed: up to 550 MB/s
  • 4 KB random write: 70,000 IOPS
  • NAND Flash memory type: TLC
  • Cache: DRAM-less
  • Terabytes written (TBW): 280 TB
  • Mean time between failures (MTBF): approximately 1,500,000 hours
  • Operating voltage: 5 V ± 5%
  • Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
  • Storage temperature: -40°C to 85°C
  • Operating humidity: up to 90% RH below 40°C
  • Shock resistance: 1,500 G/0.5 ms
  • Vibration: 80–2,000 Hz/20 G
  • Noise: 0 dB
  • Dimensions: 100 × 69.9 × 7 mm
  • Certifications: RoHS, CE, FCC

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information
See full description

Specifications

Specifications

Product Details

Capacity
480 GB

Capacity

The golden ratio of cost and capacity for now is 500GB and 1TB.

For gaming or professional programs that require a lot of space for their installation, a capacity of at least 500GB is recommended. 

As an indication, a 1TB hard drive can hold about 250 thousand photos taken with a 12MP camera or 250 movies.
Communication Protocol
SATA III

Communication Protocol

Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

SATA III
Modern hard drive connection standard.

The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.
NVMe
No

NVMe

Communication template that enhances the performance and speed of SSDs.

The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for simple everyday use.
Heatsink
No

Heatsink

The SSD is equipped with a heatsink to maintain low temperatures, ensuring better performance and more efficient heat dissipation in the SSD.
Compatible with PlayStation 5
No

Compatible with PlayStation 5

Compatible with PS5.
Cache Type
DRAM-less
NAND Flash Type
TLC

NAND Flash Type

The type of flash memory used by the SSD. It affects the drive's durability, performance, and cost.

TLC
The most common option, offering a very good balance between performance, durability, and cost.

Dimensions

Form Factor
2.5''

Form Factor

The term form factor refers to the physical size of SSDs. The motherboard must support the form factor of the SSD in order for it to be installed.


The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (such as high-definition video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for everyday use.

2.5''
The most classic size of SATA SSD hard drive.

HDD hard drives in laptops are of this size, so upgrading with an SSD is the right choice.

Performance

Read Speed
550 MB/s

Read Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
Write Speed
550 MB/s

Write Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.
Maximum 4KB Random Write
70000 IOPS

Maximum 4KB Random Write

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk in data recording during general use, for example (opening the computer/using applications). The larger the size, the faster it is in these functions.

Average read speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 80,000 IOPS, while for one with NVMe it is 380,000 IOPS.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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Reviews (17)

Reviews

4.6
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  • koukos_n
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    koukos_n

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    It has been about a month since I put them (I got 2 identical ones) on 2 laptops and of course they have given them life. It hasn't been enough time for me to say anything more, but so far they seem worth their money.

    Translated from Greek ·
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    • Management software
    • Value for money
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  • giorgoslou2000
    4
    1 out of 4 members found this review helpful
    giorgoslou2000
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    I bought it from a store in Geraka a few months ago... it only has XP installed, it sometimes freezes when using the internet through Mypal, but it loads lightning fast

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    • Relatively stable performance
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Efthimios1
    4
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    Efthimios1
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    After 3 years, it is still okay. Speed is okay, satisfactory, as expected from an SSD.

    After 4 years, it starts producing errors. If it lasted 6 years, I would say okay, but 4 is a bit short.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Consistent performance
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
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  • ΗΛΙΑΣ 1
    1
    4 out of 9 members found this review helpful
    ΗΛΙΑΣ 1
    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    It was purchased 3 months ago for an AM3+ AMD FX 8120 PC. It really became very fast compared to the HDD. Unfortunately, after three months, it stopped loading Windows and was returned for replacement under warranty. Of course, I ordered a different brand (Kingston) to be sure

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Unstable performance
    • Value for money
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  • 5
    2 out of 5 members found this review helpful
    Loukas_Varkados
    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    I have the SSD for 1 week in a gaming computer and it is a joy, worth its money

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    2 out of 8 members found this review helpful
    lefgr

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    It was purchased for the resurrection of a laptop and is recognized as sata3

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    1 out of 36 members found this review helpful
    Anesths_Karasabbisis
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    para poli kalo gia ta windows alla gia games den einai poli kalo

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    • Relatively stable performance
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    3 out of 5 members found this review helpful
    RadiatioN
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    fast and economical

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    • Reliability
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    • Management software
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  • 5
    9 out of 10 members found this review helpful
    Gogilas_
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    Very reliable choice for a first SSD. I have had it for four months and so far nothing strange

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    unre4l

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • 5
    Thanasis Bibiris

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
  • 5
    echa

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
  • 5
    ioannis_markos

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
  • 5
    gsaringelis

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
  • 4
    konstantinosABA
    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    • Relatively stable performance
  • 5
    Lightgate IKE

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    • Expected speed
  • 5
    dionisis_psihas
    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • koukos_n
    5
    koukos_n

    It has been about a month since I put them (I got 2 identical ones) on 2 laptops and of course they have given them life. It hasn't been enough time for me to say anything more, but so far they seem worth their money.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • giorgoslou2000
    4
    giorgoslou2000

    I bought it from a store in Geraka a few months ago... it only has XP installed, it sometimes freezes when using the internet through Mypal, but it loads lightning fast

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • Efthimios1
    4
    Efthimios1

    After 3 years, it is still okay. Speed is okay, satisfactory, as expected from an SSD.

    After 4 years, it starts producing errors. If it lasted 6 years, I would say okay, but 4 is a bit short.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • ΗΛΙΑΣ 1
    1
    ΗΛΙΑΣ 1

    It was purchased 3 months ago for an AM3+ AMD FX 8120 PC. It really became very fast compared to the HDD. Unfortunately, after three months, it stopped loading Windows and was returned for replacement under warranty. Of course, I ordered a different brand (Kingston) to be sure

    Translated from Greek ·
    4
  • 5
    Loukas_Varkados

    I have the SSD for 1 week in a gaming computer and it is a joy, worth its money

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
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Description & Specifications

The Apacer Panther AS340 SSD uses a SATA III connection and TLC NAND Flash memory. It supports S.M.A.R.T., Wear Leveling, TRIM and NCQ, as well as ECC error correction of up to 72 bits/1 KB.

  • Capacity: 480 GB
  • Type: SSD
  • Form factor: 2.5"
  • Connection: SATA III (SATA 6.0 Gb/s)
  • Read speed: up to 550 MB/s
  • Write speed: up to 550 MB/s
  • 4 KB random write: 70,000 IOPS
  • NAND Flash memory type: TLC
  • Cache: DRAM-less
  • Terabytes written (TBW): 280 TB
  • Mean time between failures (MTBF): approximately 1,500,000 hours
  • Operating voltage: 5 V ± 5%
  • Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
  • Storage temperature: -40°C to 85°C
  • Operating humidity: up to 90% RH below 40°C
  • Shock resistance: 1,500 G/0.5 ms
  • Vibration: 80–2,000 Hz/20 G
  • Noise: 0 dB
  • Dimensions: 100 × 69.9 × 7 mm
  • Certifications: RoHS, CE, FCC

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information

Product Details

Capacity
480 GB

Capacity

The golden ratio of cost and capacity for now is 500GB and 1TB.

For gaming or professional programs that require a lot of space for their installation, a capacity of at least 500GB is recommended. 

As an indication, a 1TB hard drive can hold about 250 thousand photos taken with a 12MP camera or 250 movies.
Communication Protocol
SATA III

Communication Protocol

Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

SATA III
Modern hard drive connection standard.

The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.
NVMe
No

NVMe

Communication template that enhances the performance and speed of SSDs.

The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for simple everyday use.
Heatsink
No

Heatsink

The SSD is equipped with a heatsink to maintain low temperatures, ensuring better performance and more efficient heat dissipation in the SSD.
Compatible with PlayStation 5
No

Compatible with PlayStation 5

Compatible with PS5.
Cache Type
DRAM-less
NAND Flash Type
TLC

NAND Flash Type

The type of flash memory used by the SSD. It affects the drive's durability, performance, and cost.

TLC
The most common option, offering a very good balance between performance, durability, and cost.

Dimensions

Form Factor
2.5''

Form Factor

The term form factor refers to the physical size of SSDs. The motherboard must support the form factor of the SSD in order for it to be installed.


The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (such as high-definition video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for everyday use.

2.5''
The most classic size of SATA SSD hard drive.

HDD hard drives in laptops are of this size, so upgrading with an SSD is the right choice.

Performance

Read Speed
550 MB/s

Read Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
Write Speed
550 MB/s

Write Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.
Maximum 4KB Random Write
70000 IOPS

Maximum 4KB Random Write

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk in data recording during general use, for example (opening the computer/using applications). The larger the size, the faster it is in these functions.

Average read speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 80,000 IOPS, while for one with NVMe it is 380,000 IOPS.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (17)

4.6
17
4.6
Review this product
  1. 13
  2. 3
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1
Review this product
  • Expected speed
  • Management software
  • Reliability
  • Value for money
  • Consistent performance
  • koukos_n
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    koukos_n

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    It has been about a month since I put them (I got 2 identical ones) on 2 laptops and of course they have given them life. It hasn't been enough time for me to say anything more, but so far they seem worth their money.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • giorgoslou2000
    4
    1 out of 4 members found this review helpful
    giorgoslou2000
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    I bought it from a store in Geraka a few months ago... it only has XP installed, it sometimes freezes when using the internet through Mypal, but it loads lightning fast

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    • Relatively stable performance
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Efthimios1
    4
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    Efthimios1
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    After 3 years, it is still okay. Speed is okay, satisfactory, as expected from an SSD.

    After 4 years, it starts producing errors. If it lasted 6 years, I would say okay, but 4 is a bit short.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Consistent performance
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • ΗΛΙΑΣ 1
    1
    4 out of 9 members found this review helpful
    ΗΛΙΑΣ 1
    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    It was purchased 3 months ago for an AM3+ AMD FX 8120 PC. It really became very fast compared to the HDD. Unfortunately, after three months, it stopped loading Windows and was returned for replacement under warranty. Of course, I ordered a different brand (Kingston) to be sure

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Unstable performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    2 out of 5 members found this review helpful
    Loukas_Varkados
    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    I have the SSD for 1 week in a gaming computer and it is a joy, worth its money

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    2 out of 8 members found this review helpful
    lefgr

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    It was purchased for the resurrection of a laptop and is recognized as sata3

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    1 out of 36 members found this review helpful
    Anesths_Karasabbisis
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    para poli kalo gia ta windows alla gia games den einai poli kalo

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    • Relatively stable performance
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    3 out of 5 members found this review helpful
    RadiatioN
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    fast and economical

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    • Management software
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    9 out of 10 members found this review helpful
    Gogilas_
    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    Very reliable choice for a first SSD. I have had it for four months and so far nothing strange

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    unre4l

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • 5
    Thanasis Bibiris

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
  • 5
    echa

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
  • 5
    ioannis_markos

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
  • 5
    gsaringelis

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
  • 4
    konstantinosABA
    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    • Relatively stable performance
  • 5
    Lightgate IKE

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the capacity: 120 GB

    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    • Expected speed
  • 5
    dionisis_psihas
    This review is about the capacity: 240 GB

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • koukos_n
    5
    koukos_n

    It has been about a month since I put them (I got 2 identical ones) on 2 laptops and of course they have given them life. It hasn't been enough time for me to say anything more, but so far they seem worth their money.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • giorgoslou2000
    4
    giorgoslou2000

    I bought it from a store in Geraka a few months ago... it only has XP installed, it sometimes freezes when using the internet through Mypal, but it loads lightning fast

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • Efthimios1
    4
    Efthimios1

    After 3 years, it is still okay. Speed is okay, satisfactory, as expected from an SSD.

    After 4 years, it starts producing errors. If it lasted 6 years, I would say okay, but 4 is a bit short.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • ΗΛΙΑΣ 1
    1
    ΗΛΙΑΣ 1

    It was purchased 3 months ago for an AM3+ AMD FX 8120 PC. It really became very fast compared to the HDD. Unfortunately, after three months, it stopped loading Windows and was returned for replacement under warranty. Of course, I ordered a different brand (Kingston) to be sure

    Translated from Greek ·
    4
  • 5
    Loukas_Varkados

    I have the SSD for 1 week in a gaming computer and it is a joy, worth its money

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
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