Adata Legend 710 1TB M.2 NVMe Gen3 Internal SSD

The ADATA Legend 710 1TB M.2 NVMe Internal SSD (model ALEG-710-1TCS) is a compact, high-capacity storage solution designed to breathe new life into compatible desktops and laptops. Built around a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface and compliant with the NVMe 1.4 protocol, it delivers sequential read speeds of up to 2,400 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 1,800 MB/s — a substantial step up from conventional SATA drives without requiring a Gen4 slot, making it broadly compatible with a wide range of Intel and AMD platforms. One of the Legend 710's distinguishing physical features is its integrated heat sink. Finished in a blue colour scheme with gold-tone trimming, the heat sink is rated to reduce operating temperatures by up to 15% compared to bare-drive operation, helping the drive maintain consistent performance during sustained workloads such as large file transfers or creative content work. For productivity-oriented users, the drive supports SLC caching and Host Memory Buffer (HMB) technology. HMB allows the SSD to borrow a small portion of system DRAM as a cache buffer, reducing latency during random-access tasks without requiring dedicated board DRAM — an approach that keeps the drive cost-effective while still delivering responsive everyday performance. Data integrity is addressed through LDPC (Low Density Parity Check) error-correction, which actively detects and corrects bit-level errors to preserve the accuracy of stored data over time. Security-conscious users will also appreciate native AES 256-bit hardware encryption support, enabling protection of sensitive files at the drive level. The drive ships in the standard M.2 2280 form factor (80 mm length), slotting into any M.2 slot that supports NVMe — a near-universal fit for modern motherboards and ultrabooks. With a rated TBW (terabytes written) of 260 TB and a 3-year manufacturer warranty, the Legend 710 1TB is suited for everyday computing, content creation, and system upgrades. Verified Specifications: • Model / SKU: ALEG-710-1TCS | GTIN: 4711085937841 • Capacity: 1 TB • Form Factor: M.2 2280 • Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4 • Protocol: NVMe 1.4 • Sequential Read: Up to 2,400 MB/s • Sequential Write: Up to 1,800 MB/s • TBW (Endurance): 260 TB • Encryption: AES 256-bit • Error Correction: LDPC • Caching: SLC Cache + HMB (Host Memory Buffer) • Warranty: 3 Years