DESCRIPTION :
Form Factor:
M.2 2280 (22mm wide, 80mm long) — standard size for modern laptops and desktops.
Interface:
PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 — supports ultra-fast data transfer rates, backward compatible with PCIe Gen3.
Capacity:
500GB usable storage.
Controller:
Western Digital’s in-house controller optimized for performance and reliability in the Blue series.
NAND Type:
3D TLC NAND Flash, offering a strong balance of speed, endurance, and cost.
Performance:
Sequential Read Speed: Up to 5000 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed: Up to 4200 MB/s
Random Read/Write IOPS: High, suitable for demanding consumer applications.
Endurance:
Approximately 300 TBW (Terabytes Written), designed for long-lasting reliability under typical workloads.
Features:
NVMe 1.4 support
Support for TRIM, S.M.A.R.T., and thermal management
Built-in thermal protection to avoid overheating and maintain performance
AES 256-bit hardware encryption (on select models)
Power-efficient for use in both laptops and desktops
Warranty:
Backed by a 5-year limited warranty, reflecting WD’s confidence in durability.
Ideal Use Cases:
Gamers and creative professionals needing fast load times and file transfers
General users wanting a reliable, high-performance Gen4 SSD
Future-proof storage upgrade for PCIe Gen4-capable systems