WD Blue SA510 500GB 2.5" SATA SSD

This SATA III solid-state drive is designed for standard desktop and laptop systems that require a reliable performance boost over traditional mechanical hard drives. Utilizing the common 2.5-inch form factor, it ensures broad physical compatibility across most existing PC casings and laptop drive bays requiring a 7 mm height. The drive operates via the 6 Gb/s SATA interface, making it suitable for system builders or users seeking a straightforward upgrade path without relying on NVMe compatibility.

Sequential transfer speeds peak at 560 MB/s for reads and 510 MB/s for writes, providing efficient performance for rapidly loading operating systems and frequently accessed applications. Random access performance reaches 90,000 IOPS (read) and 82,000 IOPS (write), contributing to overall system responsiveness during multitasking. This model is rated for an endurance of 200 TBW and a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1.75 million hours, positioning it well for sustained consumer-level daily computing tasks.

• Storage capacity: 500 GB
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Form factor: 2.5 inches (7 mm height)
• Sequential reading speed: 560 MB/s
• Sequential writing speed: 510 MB/s
• Random read performance: 90,000 IOPS
• Random write performance: 82,000 IOPS
• Endurance rating: 200 TBW
• Operating shock resistance: 1500 G