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SSD Upgrade in Dhaka — Complete Guide & Price List 2026

14 June 2026 · 9 min read · BAYAS Editorial

Is your laptop or desktop taking forever to boot, struggling to open applications, or freezing during everyday tasks? The single most effective upgrade — bar none — is swapping your old hard disk drive (HDD) for a solid-state drive (SSD).

If you are searching for "SSD upgrade Dhaka price," "SSD installation Dhaka," or "laptop SSD upgrade cost Bangladesh," this guide covers everything you need: types of SSDs, real pricing in BDT, performance comparisons, and how BAYAS can do the upgrade for you with a warranty.

For upgrade-specific services, visit our computer upgrade service in Dhaka, or book a technician to your home via our computer home service page.

Why upgrade from HDD to SSD?

The difference between an HDD and an SSD is night and day. Here is what you can expect after the upgrade.

Metric	HDD (old)	SSD (new)	Improvement
Windows boot time	45–90 seconds	8–15 seconds	5–6× faster
Application launch (Photoshop, Chrome)	10–20 seconds	2–4 seconds	4–5× faster
File transfer (1 GB)	30–60 seconds	3–10 seconds	5–10× faster
Power consumption	6–10 watts	2–4 watts	50–60% less
Noise	Spinning platters (audible hum)	Silent (no moving parts)	Complete elimination
Shock resistance	Fragile — drops can destroy data	Very durable — no moving heads	Major improvement
Lifespan	Mechanical wear (3–5 years typical)	Write endurance (5–10 years typical)	2× longer on average

For an old laptop (2015–2020), an SSD upgrade is the single best investment you can make. It will feel like a brand-new machine for BDT 3,000–8,000.

Types of SSDs: SATA vs NVMe vs M.2

Not all SSDs are the same. Choosing the wrong one for your system is a common mistake. Here is how they differ.

SATA SSD (2.5-inch)

Connector: Standard SATA III (same as old HDD)
Max speed: ~550 MB/s read, ~520 MB/s write
Form factor: 2.5-inch, fits in any laptop or desktop with a SATA port
Best for: Older laptops (pre-2018), desktops without M.2 slots, secondary storage
BAYAS price (installed): See table below

SATA M.2 SSD

Connector: M.2 B-key (SATA protocol)
Max speed: Same as 2.5-inch SATA (~550 MB/s)
Form factor: Small stick, fits M.2 SATA slots (common in older ultrabooks)
Best for: Ultrabooks and thin laptops that accept M.2 SATA

NVMe M.2 SSD (PCIe Gen 3)

Connector: M.2 M-key (NVMe protocol)
Max speed: 2,000–3,500 MB/s read, 1,500–3,000 MB/s write
Form factor: Small stick, fits M.2 NVMe slots
Best for: Most laptops from 2018 onwards, modern desktops
Note: This is the most common upgrade we perform at BAYAS — huge speed jump

NVMe M.2 SSD (PCIe Gen 4)

Connector: M.2 M-key (NVMe protocol, backward compatible with Gen 3 slots)
Max speed: 5,000–7,500 MB/s read
Best for: High-end gaming laptops (ROG, Predator), desktop workstations
Note: You need a Gen 4 compatible motherboard/chipset (Intel 11th gen+ or AMD Ryzen 5000+) to see full speeds

SSD pricing in Dhaka (2026) — BAYAS installed prices

Prices below include the SSD + professional installation + data cloning (if requested). These are real prices, not online estimates.

Type	Capacity	BAYAS price (parts + installation)
SATA III 2.5-inch	256 GB	BDT 3,000–4,000
SATA III 2.5-inch	512 GB	BDT 4,500–6,000
SATA III 2.5-inch	1 TB	BDT 7,000–9,500
SATA III 2.5-inch	2 TB	BDT 13,000–17,000
NVMe M.2 (Gen 3)	256 GB	BDT 3,500–4,500
NVMe M.2 (Gen 3)	512 GB	BDT 5,000–6,500
NVMe M.2 (Gen 3)	1 TB	BDT 8,000–10,000
NVMe M.2 (Gen 3)	2 TB	BDT 14,000–18,000
NVMe M.2 (Gen 4)	512 GB	BDT 6,000–8,000
NVMe M.2 (Gen 4)	1 TB	BDT 9,000–12,000
NVMe M.2 (Gen 4)	2 TB	BDT 16,000–22,000

Prices vary slightly depending on brand (Samsung, WD, Kingston, Transcend, ADATA) and current market availability in Bangladesh. We use genuine, brand-new drives only — no used or grey-market SSDs.

Data cloning vs fresh install: Which should you choose?

When upgrading to an SSD, you have two paths. Each has its pros and cons.

Data cloning (recommended for most users)

Your technician copies everything from the old HDD — Windows, programs, files, settings — directly onto the new SSD. When you power on, everything looks and works exactly as before, only much faster.

Pros:

No need to reinstall Windows or applications
All settings, bookmarks, and saved passwords preserved
No downtime searching for software licenses
Takes 30–60 minutes with our cloning station

Cons:

Clones any existing problems (bloatware, corrupted files, viruses)
Requires the old drive to be readable

Fresh Windows install

We install a clean copy of Windows on the new SSD and then manually copy your personal files from the old drive.

Pros:

Clean slate — no junk, no viruses, no driver conflicts
Fresh start feels even faster
You can choose to upgrade to Windows 11 if hardware supports it

Cons:

Takes 2–4 hours (Windows install + updates + driver installation + app reinstallation)
You must reinstall every application and reactivate licenses
Risk of forgetting important files during manual copy

Our recommendation: If your old HDD is healthy and not infected, go with cloning — it takes 1 hour and you get exactly the same experience, but faster. If your system has been running for 3+ years with lots of installed junk, a fresh install is worth the extra time.

Which laptops and desktops support what?

Laptops

Laptop age	Likely supported SSD type	Upgrade possible?
Pre-2015	SATA III 2.5-inch (replace HDD)	Yes — moderate speed gain
2015–2017	SATA III 2.5-inch or SATA M.2	Yes — moderate speed gain
2018–2020	NVMe M.2 Gen 3 + optional SATA slot	Yes — huge speed gain
2021–2024	NVMe M.2 Gen 3 or Gen 4	Yes — maximum speed gain
MacBook (all years)	Proprietary Apple SSD or soldered storage	Contact BAYAS for compatibility

Desktops

Most desktop motherboards have multiple SATA ports and at least one M.2 slot (Gen 3 or Gen 4). Almost all desktops built after 2012 can be upgraded to an SSD.

Common desktop configurations:

Single SSD (as boot drive) — Windows + apps on SSD, old HDD as secondary storage for files. This is the fastest and most cost-effective setup.
Dual SSD RAID — Two SSDs in RAID 0 for extreme speed (video editors, 3D rendering). Only for advanced users.
SSD + HDD — SSD for OS and programs, HDD for documents, photos, and media. Best value-for-money setup.

The BAYAS SSD upgrade process

System assessment — We check your laptop/desktop model, available slots, current drive health, and BIOS compatibility
Drive recommendation — We recommend the best SSD type and capacity for your needs and budget
Price confirmation — Firm quote before any work begins
Data backup — We recommend backing up important files before the upgrade (or we handle it for you)
Cloning or fresh install — We clone your old drive or install Windows fresh, depending on your choice
Installation — The new SSD is physically installed in your laptop or desktop
Testing — We boot the system, verify drive detection, run speed benchmarks, and check that all applications work
Handover — Pick up or home delivery

Frequently Asked Questions

Will an SSD upgrade void my laptop warranty?

If your laptop is still under manufacturer warranty, opening the case may void it. At BAYAS, we can advise on warranty-safe upgrade procedures. For out-of-warranty systems (most laptops in Dhaka), there is no concern.

Can I add an SSD without removing my existing HDD?

On most laptops, there is only one drive bay. You would replace the existing HDD with an SSD. However, many modern laptops have an extra M.2 slot — we can check your model specifically. On desktops, you can always add an SSD alongside existing drives.

How long does an SSD upgrade take at BAYAS?

1–3 hours for cloning, 3–4 hours for a fresh install. Most upgrades are ready same day.

What brand SSDs do you use?

We primarily use Samsung (EVO series), WD Blue/Black, Kingston (KC/NV series), Transcend, and ADATA. You can choose your preferred brand and model.

Do you provide the Windows license?

If your laptop already has a valid Windows license (embedded in BIOS or sticker), we preserve and use it. If not, we can advise on obtaining a genuine license.

My old HDD has bad sectors — can you still clone it?

In most cases, yes. Our cloning software can skip bad sectors and recover what is readable. In extreme cases where the drive is completely dead, we would need to use our data recovery equipment — see our data recovery service.

Why choose BAYAS for SSD upgrade in Dhaka?

5,000+ repairs and upgrades completed since 2018
36 zones across Dhaka — home service available
Genuine SSDs — brand new, factory-sealed drives
Free system assessment — we check compatibility before any work
Same-day service for most standard upgrades
30-day warranty on parts and labour
Expert technicians who have done this thousands of times
WhatsApp booking — message 01712-644590

Visit our computer upgrade service page or computer home service page to book your SSD upgrade today.

BAYAS serving Dhaka since 2018 — 5000+ repairs, 36 zones covered. Call or WhatsApp 01712-644590 for a free compatibility check and SSD upgrade quote.