Product Description
512GB SSD Hard Drives are high-performance storage solutions that leverage NAND flash memory to deliver fast data access, high reliability, and low power consumption compared to traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs). Available in internal formats (e.g., M.2 NVMe, 2.5-inch SATA, M.2 SATA) and external formats (USB 3.2, USB-C), they offer read/write speeds from 500MB/s (SATA) to over 7,400MB/s (PCIe Gen4 NVMe), making them ideal for upgrading laptops, desktops, gaming consoles, or portable storage needs. With 512GB of capacity, they provide sufficient space for operating systems, applications, games, and media, balancing cost and storage for everyday users, gamers, and professionals. Top models like the Samsung 990 PRO, Crucial P3, and WD_Black SN850X feature 3D NAND, SLC caching, and optional heatsinks, ensuring durability and performance. These drives are compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, and devices like Lenovo laptops or PS5 (NVMe models).
Product Attributes
- Capacity: 512GB
- Form Factors:
- Internal: M.2 2280 (NVMe PCIe Gen3/4), M.2 2230, M.2 2242, 2.5-inch SATA III, mSATA
- External: USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-C
- Interface:
- NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4: Up to 7,400MB/s read, 6,500MB/s write (e.g., Samsung 990 PRO)
- NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4: Up to 3,500MB/s read, 3,000MB/s write (e.g., KingSpec XG 7000)
- SATA III: Up to 560MB/s read, 530MB/s write (e.g., Samsung 870 EVO)
- USB 3.2 Gen 2: Up to 1,050MB/s read/write (e.g., ORICO External SSD)
- NAND Type: 3D TLC (Triple-Level Cell), some with SLC caching
- Durability: 300–600 TBW (Terabytes Written), 3–5-year warranty
- Compatibility: Windows 7/8/10/11, macOS, Linux, PS5 (NVMe models), Lenovo laptops (e.g., Yoga, ThinkPad, IdeaPad with M.2 or SATA slots)
- Features: AES 256-bit encryption (select models), TRIM support, low power consumption, optional heatsinks
- Dimensions:
- M.2 2280: Approx. 3.15 x 0.87 x 0.09 inches (80 x 22 x 2.3 mm)
- 2.5-inch: Approx. 3.94 x 2.75 x 0.28 inches (100 x 70 x 7 mm)
- External: Varies (e.g., ORICO: ~3.5 x 1.5 x 0.4 inches)
- Weight: 50–100g (internal), 40–100g (external)
- Certifications: RoHS, CE, FCC, BIS compliant
- Price Range: $20–$100 (internal), $35–$150 (external)