The packaging is simple and explanatory, with a full-size image of the SSD on the front. There’s also a few pointers as to the type of memory used, the interface and the capacity.
The reverse side of the box is taken up by multiple languages, instead requiring you to check the exact specifications on their website. There’s a 5-year warranty badge there, though, which certainly bodes well for longevity.
The SX8200 adheres to the M.2 2280 form factor, measuring 80mm in length and 22mm in width. The PCB is double sided, with 3D-NAND Flash on both sides; this helps with cost, due to lower density chips, but it does hinder heat dissipation somewhat, especially if intensive tasks are planned.
The controller, where most of the heat is generated, is located on the “front” of the M.2 drive, under the silver portion of the drive. XPG included a thin metal sticker, with thermal compound pre-applied. However, due to the notch cut-out on the sticker, and the strategic placement of thermal compound, the sticker can only be orientated in one direction. That single direction happens to be upside down in most systems. XPG could’ve included another sticker to remedy this situation.
The reverse side of the box is taken up by multiple languages, instead requiring you to check the exact specifications on their website. There’s a 5-year warranty badge there, though, which certainly bodes well for longevity.
The SX8200 adheres to the M.2 2280 form factor, measuring 80mm in length and 22mm in width. The PCB is double sided, with 3D-NAND Flash on both sides; this helps with cost, due to lower density chips, but it does hinder heat dissipation somewhat, especially if intensive tasks are planned.
The controller, where most of the heat is generated, is located on the “front” of the M.2 drive, under the silver portion of the drive. XPG included a thin metal sticker, with thermal compound pre-applied. However, due to the notch cut-out on the sticker, and the strategic placement of thermal compound, the sticker can only be orientated in one direction. That single direction happens to be upside down in most systems. XPG could’ve included another sticker to remedy this situation.
