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Are laptop SSDs regular SSDs?

Levi Leach
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So I've been thinking about upgrading my laptop's SSD to a 512GB instead of the 256GB it came with. I know average SSDs are 2.5", and I was wondering if laptop SSDs are as well...? Also, if laptops and desktop have the same exact connector type- obviously some form of SATA, but I don't know if laptops use a smaller type or if it's just regular SATA. Any information people have is much appreciated. Thanks.

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Most of the time yes, so long as you do not have an Apple product or certain ultrabooks.

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So I've been thinking about upgrading my laptop's SSD to a 512GB instead of the 256GB it came with. I know average SSDs are 2.5", and I was wondering if laptop SSDs are as well...? Also, if laptops and desktop have the same exact connector type- obviously some form of SATA, but I don't know if laptops use a smaller type or if it's just regular SATA. Any information people have is much appreciated. Thanks.

 

They are the exact same thing.

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yeah they're the same thing.

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Just make sure you check what size (physical) SSD you need. either 7mm or 9mm. most devices use the standard 9mm. But smaller laptops and ultrabooks might use 7mm.
It should be the same connectors in most devices but I'm sure there are exceptions.

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