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Intel 520
128GB, 250GB, 180GB
Best 250GB Intel MLC SSDs
250GBIntelMLC
There are 4 250GB Intel MLC SSDs in our database — each linked via an Amazon search on its part number. The fastest is the Intel 520 at 550 MB/s read, and the highest-rated for endurance is the Intel 730 (128 TBW). Sequential reads across the group span 540–550 MB/s.
Why this configuration
A 250GB Intel MLC SSD is a specific spec configuration. It narrows the field to one set of characteristics so you can compare like with like. Intel specifically tends to be chosen here for its firmware track record and warranty support.
250GB covers an OS and core apps with little room for a large game library.
Usually chosen for: a particular build requirement.
Good fit: mainstream desktop and laptop builds.
Ranked list
Ranked by tier, then link type, then sequential read. Drives we hold a product link for show a price button; the rest open an Amazon search on the manufacturer part number. Stock and prices are not shown here — they change too often.
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Intel 525 mSATA
128GB, 250GB, 30GB, 60GB, 180GB
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Intel 530
128GB, 250GB, 500GB, 80GB, 180GB, 360GB
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Intel 730
250GB, 500GB
The parts, explained
250GB fits an OS plus core apps.
MLC NAND is older and costs more per gigabyte, but is very durable.
Staying with Intel means consistent firmware, tooling and warranty handling across the range.
Common questions
How do the links to Amazon work here?
0 of the 4 drives listed have a direct product link; for the rest we link an Amazon search on the manufacturer part number, which lands on the right listing. We deliberately don't display stock or prices on this page — check both on Amazon, they change constantly.