Capacity500GB
InterfacePCIe Gen 4.0 x4
Form FactorM.2 2280
Sequential Read SpeedUp to 5,000 MB/s
Sequential Write SpeedUp to 4,000 MB/s
Random Read ( I O P S)Up to 460K
Random Write ( I O P S)Up to 800K
Endurance ( T B W)300 TBW (Terabytes Written)
M T T F1.75 Million Hours
TechnologynCache™ 4.0 for enhanced thermal efficiency and sustained write performance.
P C Ie Gen 4 PowerOptimized for modern motherboards to reach speeds nearly double those of standard Gen 3 drives.
Western Digital S S D DashboardAllows for real-time monitoring of drive capacity, operating temperatures, and firmware updates.
Low ProfileSingle-sided M.2 2280 design ensures fitment in even the thinnest laptops and compact SFF (Small Form Factor) builds.
Power EfficiencyBalanced power draw to ensure high performance without excessive battery drain in mobile devices.
Ideal Boot DriveThe 500GB capacity is perfect for a dedicated Windows or macOS boot drive, ensuring lightning-fast startup and application loading.
Next Gen SpeedWhile it is the lowest capacity in the lineup, it still hits a high 5,000 MB/s read speed, making file transfers and system updates much faster.
Creative ReadyBuilt with the endurance needed for light video editing, photo processing, and heavy daily multitasking.
Reliable BrandBacked by Western Digital’s rigorous testing and solid reputation for data integrity in the "Blue" series.
capacity500GB
interfaceNVMe
form FactorM.2 2280