I have M2 slots (from Rog Strix B460-I motherboard
1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support*
1 x M.2_2 socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x4 mode)
* when M.2_1 is operating in SATA mode, SATA6G_2 will be disabled
I don't do anything that needs cutting edge speed, just want to improve general drive speed. Looking at spending between $50-$75 for 500gb and use the mechanical drive for extra storage.
Are there any cons to using a M2 drive over sata ssd? I am looking for long term reliability first most.
1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support*
1 x M.2_2 socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x4 mode)
* when M.2_1 is operating in SATA mode, SATA6G_2 will be disabled
I don't do anything that needs cutting edge speed, just want to improve general drive speed. Looking at spending between $50-$75 for 500gb and use the mechanical drive for extra storage.
Are there any cons to using a M2 drive over sata ssd? I am looking for long term reliability first most.