WD Black SN770 500GB NVMe SSD
MPN WDS500G3X0E · Brand WESTERN DIGITAL (WD) · M.2 2280
The WD Black SN770 500GB (WDS500G3X0E) is a PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD delivering up to 5,000 MB/s sequential read and 4,000 MB/s sequential write speeds, backed by a 5-year limited warranty
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Overview
The WD Black SN770 500GB NVMe SSD (model WDS500G3X0E) is a high-performance internal solid-state drive built for gamers and power users who demand rapid load times, responsive gameplay, and reliable everyday storage. Using the PCIe Gen4 interface, it delivers sequential read speeds of up to 5,000 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 4,000 MB/s — a meaningful jump over PCIe Gen3 predecessors — reducing in-game level-load delays and file-transfer times noticeably. Adopting the compact M.2 2280 form factor, the SN770 fits a wide range of desktop and laptop motherboards with an M.2 M-key slot. It is backward-compatible with PCIe Gen3 x4, x2, and x1, as well as PCIe Gen2 configurations, so it can serve as an upgrade even on platforms that do not yet support Gen4. Compatible operating systems include Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows 8.1, though compatibility may vary depending on individual hardware configurations. Western Digital's WD_BLACK Dashboard software allows users to monitor drive health and enable gaming mode for optimised peak throughput during demanding sessions. The drive also incorporates advanced thermal management technology to help sustain consistent performance under sustained workloads. At just 5.5 g and 2.38 mm in height, the SN770 is slim enough for ultra-thin laptops while still meeting the performance expectations of desktop builds. Western Digital backs this drive with a 5-year limited warranty, providing long-term peace of mind. Verified Specifications: - Part Number: WDS500G3X0E - Capacity: 500 GB - Form Factor: M.2 2280 - Interface: PCIe Gen4, 16 GT/s, up to 4 lanes - Sequential Read: Up to 5,000 MB/s - Sequential Write: Up to 4,000 MB/s - Random Read: Up to 460,000 IOPS - Random Write: Up to 800,000 IOPS - Endurance (TBW): 300 TBW - Operating Temperature: 0°C to 85°C - Non-operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C - Dimensions: 80 mm × 22 mm × 2.38 mm - Weight: 5.5 g (±0.5 g) - Warranty: 5-year limited
Datasheet
| Warranty | 5 Years |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 |
| Tbw | 300 |
| NVME | Yes |
| Series | Black SN770 |
| Dimensions | LENGTH: 80 ± 0.15mm WIDTH: 22 ± 0.15mm HEIGHT: 2.38mm WEIGHT: 5.5g ± 0.5g |
| Read Speed | Up to 5000 MB/s |
| Random Read | 460K IOPS |
| Write Speed | Up to 4000 MB/s |
| Random Write | 800K IOPS |
| Compatibility | System Requirements Computer with M.2 (M-key) port, capable of taking M.2 2280 form factor Windows® 11, Windows® 10, Windows® 8.1 Backward-Compatible with PCIe® Gen3 x4, PCIe® Gen3 x2, PCIe® Gen3 x1, PCIe® Gen2 x4, PCIe® Gen2 x2 and PCIe® Gen2 x1 Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user’s hardware configuration and operating system |
| Endurance (Tbw) | 300 |
| Dimensions (L X W X H) | 80mm x 22mm x 2.38mm |
| Operating Specifications | Operating Temperature: 32ºF to 185ºF (0ºC to 85ºC) Non-operating Temperature: -40ºF to 185ºF (-40ºC to 85ºC) |
| Sequential Read Performance | 5,000MB/s |
| Sequential Write Performance | 4,000MB/s |
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