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Black M.2 2280 SSD with silver aluminum heatsink and cooling fins

ADATA

ADATA LEGEND 960 MAX 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 internal SSD with Heatsink

SKU CH-5E3D-0DJV6

M.2 2280 internal SSD with 1 TB capacity, PCIe Gen4 x4 interface, 7400 MBps sequential read, 6000 MBps sequential write, 780 TBW endurance and a 7.35 mm heatsink

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity1TB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfacePCIe Gen4 x4
  • PCIe Gen4 x4 interface delivers 7400 MBps sequential read speed
  • 780 TBW endurance rating supports heavy write workloads
  • Aluminium heatsink cuts drive temperature by 40 percent
  • M.2 2280 form factor fits PlayStation 5 expansion slot
  • AES 256-bit encryption protects stored data

LEGEND 960 Max 1TB PCIe Gen4x4 SSD

The ADATA LEGEND 960 Max is a 1TB internal solid state drive built for consumer workloads on Intel and AMD platforms. It uses an M.2 2280 form factor with a PCIe Gen4 x4 interface and an SMI SM2264 controller paired with 3D NAND. Sequential reads reach 7400MBps and writes hit 6000MBps, while random performance scales to 730,000 read IOPS and 610,000 write IOPS. The drive carries a 780TBW endurance rating and supports AES 256-bit encryption.

7.35mm Heatsink Thermal Performance

An aluminium alloy heatsink measuring 7.35mm in height covers the drive to maximise heat dissipation. The convection cooling design lowers SSD temperature by 40% during sustained loads, helping maintain stable performance. Operating temperature spans 0°C to 70°C, while storage tolerance extends from -40°C to 85°C. Shock resistance is rated at 1500G for physical durability.

PS5 Compatibility and NVMe 1.4 Support

The heatsink dimensions conform to the PS5 expansion slot, allowing direct installation as additional console storage. Firmware supports the NVMe 1.4 standard for broad platform compatibility. AES 256-bit encryption support is included for data security. LDPC error correction technology helps maintain data integrity across the 3D NAND array.

Highlights

  • PCIe Gen4 x4 interface delivers 7400 MBps sequential read speed
  • 780 TBW endurance rating supports heavy write workloads
  • Aluminium heatsink cuts drive temperature by 40 percent
  • M.2 2280 form factor fits PlayStation 5 expansion slot
  • AES 256-bit encryption protects stored data

Specifications

BrandADATA
SeriesLEGEND 960 Max
ModelLEGEND 960 Max
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity1TB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfacePCIe Gen4 x4
ControllerSMI SM2264
Max Sequential Read7400MBps
Max Sequential Write6000MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 730,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 610,000 IOPS
MTBF2000000
HeatSinkwith HeatSink
Operating Temperature0 C ~ +70 C
Storage Temperature-40 C ~ +85 C
Max Shock Resistance1500G
Height0.130
Width0.870
Depth3.150
Weight0.0200

Questions about this item

How do I install the 7.35mm heatsink version in a PS5 without blocking the expansion slot cover?

Slide the M.2 2280 drive into the PS5 expansion slot at an angle, press down and secure with the screw; the 7.35mm heatsink fits under the metal cover so the lid closes flush — do not remove the heatsink or add thermal pads.

What maintenance will the SMI SM2264 controller and 3D NAND need over its 780TBW rating?

No user maintenance is required; keep the heatsink fins clear of dust and ensure case airflow stays above 0°C so the controller remains within its 0–70°C operating range.

At what point does sustained writing hit the thermal limit of the aluminium heatsink?

The heatsink is designed to lower SSD temperature by 40%; under continuous writes the drive will throttle once the controller reaches its 70°C operating ceiling.

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