Quality budget drive
TLC + DRAM + single sided PCB + random read/write performance similar to the Gen 4 Rocket 4.0 makes this a good system drive for both PC and laptop
Tier 1 usage
NVMe Tier | Specs | Recommended Usage |
---|---|---|
1 | TLC + DRAM | Main system drive for power users |
1X | TLC + DRAM + Gen 4 | PS5 expansion drive (if heatsink not bundled, adding heatsink highly recommended) |
2 | TLC + no DRAM | Main system drive for everyday users |
3 | QLC + DRAM | Secondary storage, can be main system drive in very cheap build |
4 | QLC + no DRAM | Secondary bulk storage only |
ZP500CM3A001
Controller: Phison E12
Memory: Toshiba BiCS3 64L TLC
DRAM Cache: 512MB DDR4
Sequential Read: 3400 MB/s
Sequential Write: 2400 MB/s
Random Read: 410,000 IOPS
Random Write: 540,000 IOPS
Endurance (TBW): 320 TB
Warranty: 5 Years
my boot drive, got from a previous deal a long ago for $80, it is good :D