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| Product Type | Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe 1.4 |
| Capacity | 1 TB / 2 TB (depending on variant) |
| NAND Flash Type | 3D TLC NAND |
| Sequential Read Speed | Up to 7000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | Up to 6000 MB/s |
| Random Read (IOPS) | Up to 1,000,000 |
| Random Write (IOPS) | Up to 900,000 |
| Controller | Phison PS5018-E18 or similar |
| DRAM Cache | Yes, DDR4 |
| Heatsink | Integrated aluminum heatsink |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 80 x 22 x 2.3 mm (without heatsink); with heatsink: 80 x 25 x 11 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 30 g (with heatsink) |
| Power Consumption | Active: 6.5 W; Idle: 0.5 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| MTBF | 1,500,000 hours |
| Warranty | 5 years limited |
| Formatted Capacity | 1 TB: 931 GB; 2 TB: 1.86 TB |
Frequently Asked Questions - MARS 980 BLADE XPG
What is the form factor of the XPG MARS 980 BLADE SSD?
The XPG MARS 980 BLADE is an M.2 2280 form factor SSD, meaning it is 22mm wide and 80mm long.
Does the MARS 980 BLADE support PCIe 4.0?
Yes, it uses PCIe Gen4 x4 interface, offering high bandwidth for fast data transfer speeds.
What is the maximum sequential read speed?
The sequential read speed can reach up to 7000 MB/s, depending on system configuration.
Is a heatsink included?
Yes, the drive comes with an integrated aluminum heatsink to manage thermal performance under heavy loads.
Can I use this SSD in a PS5?
Yes, the MARS 980 BLADE is compatible with PlayStation 5 as it meets the required PCIe Gen4 and form factor specifications.
What is the warranty period?
XPG offers a 5-year limited warranty for the MARS 980 BLADE SSD.
How do I install the SSD?
Installation is straightforward: insert the M.2 drive into the slot at a 30-degree angle, then secure it with the screw. Ensure your motherboard supports NVMe M.2 drives.
Does it have DRAM cache?
Yes, the SSD is equipped with DDR4 DRAM cache to improve random read/write performance and reduce latency.
What is the power consumption?
Under active load, the drive consumes approximately 6.5W, and in idle mode about 0.5W.
Is the SSD compatible with older PCIe 3.0 slots?
Yes, it is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 slots, but performance will be limited to PCIe 3.0 speeds (around 3500 MB/s).
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Brand : XPG
Model : MARS 980 BLADE
Category : SSD