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SanDisk

SanDisk WDS500G3B0E internal SSD

SKU CH-NR50-14B6S MPN WDS500G3B0E

500 GB M.2 2280 internal SSD with PCIe 4.0 x4 interface and NVMe 1.4 protocol delivering up to 4000 MB/s reads and 3600 MB/s writes

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity500GB
  • Memory ComponentsTLC
  • InterfacePCI-Express 4.0 x4

Style Fast

Options 500GB

  • Up to 4000 MBps sequential read speeds data into memory fast
  • Up to 3600 MBps sequential write speeds move large files quickly
  • 450000 IOPS random read keeps multitasking responsive
  • 300 TBW endurance rating supports heavy workloads
  • 3 mW idle power extends laptop battery life

WD Blue SN580 500GB NVMe SSD

The WD Blue SN580 WDS500G3B0E is a consumer-grade internal solid state drive built on the M.2 2280 form factor. It uses TLC memory and connects through a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol. The drive targets everyday workloads such as application loading, media storage and multitasking.

PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface limits

The PCI-Express 4.0 x4 link caps sequential throughput at the drive's rated 4000 MBps read and 3600 MBps write. Random performance reaches 450000 IOPS read and 750000 IOPS write within that same bus constraint. Systems limited to PCI-Express 3.0 will reduce these ceiling figures proportionally.

500GB capacity and 300TB endurance

At 500GB the drive holds operating system, applications and a working library of photos or 4K video. The 300TB written endurance rating provides ample headroom for typical consumer write workloads. Sustained heavy writes will eventually hit the SLC cache boundary and settle to native TLC speeds.

Highlights

  • Up to 4000 MBps sequential read speeds data into memory fast
  • Up to 3600 MBps sequential write speeds move large files quickly
  • 450000 IOPS random read keeps multitasking responsive
  • 300 TBW endurance rating supports heavy workloads
  • 3 mW idle power extends laptop battery life

Specifications

BrandWestern Digital
SeriesWD Blue SN580
ModelWDS500G3B0E
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity500GB
Memory ComponentsTLC
InterfacePCI-Express 4.0 x4
ProtocolNVMe 1.4
Max Sequential ReadUp to 4000 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 3600 MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 450,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 750,000 IOPS
Terabytes Written (TBW)300TB
MTTF1.5M Hours
Power Consumption (Idle)PS5 (Sleep) 3.3mW
Power Consumption (Active)6.5W
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +85°C
Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
Max Shock Resistance1,500G @0.5 ms half sine
Max Vibration ResistanceOperating Vibration: 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz, 3 axes
Non-operating Vibration: 4.9 gRMS, 7-800 Hz, 3 axes
Height2.38mm
Width22.00mm
Depth80.00mm
Weight5.50g
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size127 × 102 × 19 mm

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Questions about this item

Which capacity should I choose between the 500GB model and larger options?

The 500GB WDS500G3B0E suits operating systems, core applications and moderate media libraries; higher-capacity models in the same series provide more space for large project files and 4K video.

What does the 4000 MBps sequential read figure mean in daily use?

It allows large game levels, 4K footage and big datasets to load noticeably faster than older drives, though real-world speed depends on the host system and file sizes.

How does the PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface limit performance?

The drive runs at its rated 4000 MBps read and 3600 MBps write on a PCIe 4.0 x4 slot; on a 3.0 slot the same drive will be capped at roughly half those speeds.

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