2-power 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe 2280 - Controller - m.2 NVMe (2P-WDS500G3B0C)

Sequential reads up to 3500 MB/s make this 2-Power 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD a serious upgrade for any compatible desktop or laptop. It pairs PCIe Gen3 x4 bandwidth with 3D TLC NAND to deliver responsive boot times, faster game loads, and snappy application launches.

Overview

The 2-Power 2P-WDS500G3B0C is a high-performance solid-state drive in the M.2 2280 form factor. It uses the NVMe 1.3 protocol over a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface, leaving SATA-based SSDs far behind. With 512GB of storage, it's ideal as a primary drive for operating systems, creative applications, and frequently used games.

What stands out

• Up to 3500 MB/s sequential read and 2500 MB/s sequential write speeds
• 300,000 random read IOPS and 250,000 random write IOPS for demanding multitasking
• Hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption keeps your data secure
• End-to-end data protection and S.M.A.R.T. monitoring for long-term reliability
• 1.5 million hours MTBF and 300 TBW endurance rating

Technical details

• Capacity: 512 GB
• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4
• Protocol: NVMe 1.3
• NAND flash: 3D TLC
• Sequential read: up to 3500 MB/s
• Sequential write: up to 2500 MB/s
• Random read (4KB): up to 300,000 IOPS
• Random write (4KB): up to 250,000 IOPS
• TBW: 300 TB
• MTBF: 1,500,000 hours
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Active power consumption: 4.5 W max
• TRIM support: Yes
• S.M.A.R.T. support: Yes
• Encryption: AES 256-bit (hardware-based)

Our verdict

For users seeking a fast, reliable NVMe drive without breaking the bank, the 2-Power 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD delivers excellent performance and robust security features in a compact package.