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Green printed circuit board M.2 2280 SSD with black controller and silver label

Seagate

Seagate BarraCuda Q5 ZP500CV3A001 500GB M.2 2280 internal SSD

SKU CH-SP77-K3KB2 MPN ZP500CV3A001

A 500 GB M.2 2280 internal SSD using PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3 with 3D QLC NAND delivering up to 2300 MB/s sequential read and 900 MB/s write

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity500GB
  • Memory Components3D QLC
  • InterfacePCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3

Options 500GB

  • 500 GB capacity stores more games and files
  • PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3 delivers up to 2300 MB/s read speed
  • 3D QLC NAND provides cost-effective solid-state performance
  • Low 2.2 W active power extends laptop battery life
  • 8 million hours MTBF and 119 TBW ensure long-term reliability

BarraCuda Q5 500GB NVMe drive

The Seagate BarraCuda Q5 ZP500CV3A001 is a 500GB internal SSD built for consumer PCs and laptops. It uses 3D QLC NAND and a PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3 interface to deliver solid-state speed in a compact M.2 2280 form factor. The drive targets users who want faster boot and load times without the cost of higher-end flash.

Fits an M.2 slot with NVMe support

Installation requires an M.2 2280 key-M slot wired for PCIe NVMe; the drive is 2.15mm thick and 22.00mm wide. Its low 23mW idle draw and 2.2W active power help preserve laptop battery life. The slim profile leaves room for other components and simplifies upgrades in space-constrained chassis.

Steady throughput under sustained load

Sequential reads reach up to 2300 MBps and writes up to 900 MBps during prolonged transfers. The controller manages 3D QLC write amplification to keep performance consistent rather than peaking only in short bursts. A 1.8 million-hour MTBF and 119TB total bytes written rating back long-term reliability at operating temperatures from 0°C to 70°C.

Highlights

  • 500 GB capacity stores more games and files
  • PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3 delivers up to 2300 MB/s read speed
  • 3D QLC NAND provides cost-effective solid-state performance
  • Low 2.2 W active power extends laptop battery life
  • 8 million hours MTBF and 119 TBW ensure long-term reliability

Specifications

BrandSeagate
SeriesBarraCuda Q5
ModelZP500CV3A001
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity500GB
Memory Components3D QLC
InterfacePCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3
Max Sequential ReadUp to 2300 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 900 MBps
MTBF1,800,000 hours
FeaturesUpgrade to cost-effective SSD speeds with next-gen 3D QLC NAND
Leverage NVMe SSD speeds that are up to 50x faster than traditional hard drives
Harness high sequential read/write speeds (up to 2300/900 MB/s) for more responsive downloads, installs, and multitasking
Get easy installation and upgrades with a slim M.2 2280 NVMe form factor
Extend battery life with low active power requirements of up to 2.2W
Rely on 1.8M-hours MTBF
Enjoy added peace of mind with 1-year Rescue Data Recovery Services
Benefit from long-term durability with 119TB total bytes written (TBW)
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Power Consumption (Idle)23 mW
Power Consumption (Active)2.2W
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
Max Shock Resistance1500G
Height2.15mm
Width22.00mm
Depth80.00mm
Weight7.00g
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size178 × 133 × 13 mm

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Questions about this item

At what point does the 3D QLC NAND throttle during sustained heavy writes?

The drive maintains up to 900 MBps sequential write until the SLC cache fills, after which the 3D QLC NAND settles to its native programme speed; the rated 119 TBW reflects this behaviour.

How much power does the drive draw and how hot does it get when running all day?

Active power is 2.2 W and idle power 23 mW; the controller is rated for continuous operation between 0 °C and 70 °C.

What motherboard slot and protocol are required for this M.2 2280 NVMe drive?

A PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 key-M slot with NVMe 1.3 support is needed; the drive is 22 mm wide and 2.15 mm thick.

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