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Green circuit board M.2 2280 SSD with black controller and silver NAND chips

Seagate

Seagate FireCuda 520 2TB M.2 2280 internal SSD ZP2000GM3A002

SKU CH-B08E-WJ0A9 MPN ZP2000GM3A002

PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.3 M.2 2280 2TB 3D TLC SSD delivers up to 5000 MBps read and 4400 MBps write with 750000 IOPS random read and 700000 IOPS random write

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity2TB
  • Memory Components3D TLC
  • InterfacePCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe 1.3

Options 2TB

  • Up to 5000 MB/s sequential read for fast game loading
  • Up to 4400 MB/s sequential write for quick file saves
  • 750000 IOPS random read for responsive multitasking
  • 3600 TBW endurance for long-term reliability
  • 8 million hours MTBF for sustained operation

What the FireCuda 520 2TB is for

The Seagate FireCuda 520 2TB is an M.2 2280 internal SSD built for consumer PCs and laptops. It uses a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.3 interface with an E16 controller aligned to AMD X570 chipset motherboards. The 3D TLC NAND and 2TB capacity suit high-performance gaming rigs and creative workstations needing fast storage.

Thermals noise and power draw

Idle power draw sits at 25 mW while active use reaches 6W. The drive operates between 0°C and 70°C with no moving parts, so it runs silently. Low idle consumption helps laptop battery life, and the thermal envelope fits standard M.2 slots without extra cooling in most builds.

The spec that decides fit

The PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.3 interface is the single factor that decides compatibility. It delivers up to 5000 MBps sequential read and 4400 MBps write with 750000 IOPS random read and 700000 IOPS random write. The drive is backwards compatible with PCIe 3.0 platforms but needs a Gen4 slot for full speed.

Highlights

  • Up to 5000 MB/s sequential read for fast game loading
  • Up to 4400 MB/s sequential write for quick file saves
  • 750000 IOPS random read for responsive multitasking
  • 3600 TBW endurance for long-term reliability
  • 8 million hours MTBF for sustained operation

Specifications

BrandSeagate
SeriesFireCuda 520
ModelZP2000GM3A002
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity2TB
Memory Components3D TLC
InterfacePCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe 1.3
ControllerE16
Max Sequential ReadUp to 5000 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 4400 MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 750,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 700,000 IOPS
Terabytes Written (TBW)3600TB
MTBF1,800,000 hours
FeaturesLeverage sequential read/write performance up to 5000/4400 MB/s, and random read/write up to 750K/700K IOPS.
Take advantage of up to 45% more speed than Gen3 M.2 NVMe and up to 9x faster sequential reads than SATA SSDs.
Utilize an E16 controller that is fully aligned with AMD X570 chipset motherboards.
Easily upgrade to a drive that's compatible with Gen4 motherboards and fully backwards compatible with all PCIe 3.0 platforms.
Enjoy the latest NAND technology, which provides the most advanced speed and durability for your dollar.
Choose from multiple capacities (up to 2TB), and store
Power Consumption (Idle)25 mW
Power Consumption (Active)6W
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
Max Shock Resistance1500G
Height3.58mm
Width22.15mm
Depth80.15mm
Weight8.70g
Shipping weight0.06 kg
Package size140 × 109 × 28 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the FireCuda 520 2TB M.2 2280 into my motherboard and what step is often missed?

Insert the drive into an M.2 2280 slot that supports PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.3 and secure it with the motherboard standoff screw; the step people miss is confirming the slot runs at Gen4 x4 rather than Gen3 x4 or SATA.

What maintenance or replacement will the FireCuda 520 2TB need over its lifespan?

No routine maintenance is required; the drive is rated for 3600TB written and 1,800,000 hours MTBF, so replacement is only needed if those endurance limits are reached or a hardware fault occurs.

What is the first limit that appears under sustained heavy writes on the FireCuda 520 2TB?

The sequential write speed of up to 4400 MBps will throttle once the controller temperature approaches the 70°C operating limit, reducing sustained throughput.

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