ADATA XPG Spectrix S40G RGB 512GB M.2 NVME Gen3 Solid State Drive ( SSD )

The ADATA XPG Spectrix S40G RGB is a 512GB M.2 2280 NVMe solid state drive built for gamers, PC enthusiasts, and graphics professionals who demand both speed and visual flair. Leveraging the PCIe Gen3x4 interface and NVMe protocol, the S40G delivers sequential read speeds of up to 3500MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 2400MB/s, with 4K random performance reaching 300K read and 240K write IOPS. These figures are achieved through a combination of SLC caching and a dedicated DRAM buffer that helps sustain throughput under heavy workloads. The drive uses 3D TLC NAND flash memory, a technology that stacks memory cells vertically to improve capacity density and endurance compared to planar NAND. Data integrity is protected by LDPC (Low-Density Parity-Check) error-correcting code, which detects and corrects a wide range of bit-level errors to extend drive lifespan and maintain transfer accuracy. For users handling sensitive data, the S40G also supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption. One of the S40G’s distinguishing features is its programmable RGB lighting strip, controllable via XPG’s RGB software. Users can customise lighting patterns, pulse speed, and intensity to match their system aesthetic — a feature uncommon among internal NVMe drives. The M.2 2280 form factor ensures broad compatibility with Intel and AMD platforms. The drive is rated for operating temperatures from 0°C to 70°C and storage temperatures 40°C to 85°C. Its shock resistance rating stands at 1500G/0.5ms, and ADATA rates the mean time before failure (MTBF) at 2,000,000 hours. Verified Specifications: Capacity: 512GB | Form Factor: M.2 2280 | Interface: PCIe Gen3x4 (NVMe) | NAND Flash: 3D TLC | Sequential Read: up to 3500MB/s | Sequential Write: up to 2400MB/s | Random Read/Write IOPS (4K): 300K/240K | DRAM Buffer: Yes | SLC Caching: Yes | Encryption: AES 256-bit | MTBF: 2,000,000 hours | Shock Resistance: 1500G/0.5ms | Operating Temperature: 0°C–70°C | Storage Temperature: -40°C–85°C | Dimensions: 22 x 80 x 8 mm | Weight: 13.4g | Warranty: 5-year limited