Intel 670p Series 1TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
What Buyers Say
Intel 670p Series 1TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The Intel 670p SSD is generally well-received, with users praising its speed, value, and reliability. While some note it's not the fastest on the market, especially in sustained writes, most find it more than adequate for everyday use and gaming. The five-year warranty and Intel's reputation add to its appeal, though a few mention the lack of included accessories like screws or a heatsink.
Pros
- Fast speeds
- Good value for money
- Reliable Intel brand
- Five-year warranty
- Easy installation
Cons
- Not the fastest in sustained writes
- No included screw or heatsink
- No data migration software
- DRAM cache unclear
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
Users are very satisfied with the MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO SSD, praising its speed, storage capacity, and value for money. One reviewer found it faster than the WD SN850X in a direct comparison, though it ran slightly warmer. While long-term durability hasn't been tested yet, all current experiences are positive.
Pros
- Fast sequential read speeds
- Large storage capacity
- Good value for money
- Faster than WD SN850X
- Error-free operation
Cons
- Runs slightly warmer than competitors
- Long-term durability unverified
Scores
Specifications
| Intel 670p Series | MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | 3 | 4★ |
| External | ✗ | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | ||
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | ||
| Random Read (IOPS) | No data | |
| Random Write (IOPS) | No data | |
| Hardware | ||
| NAND | QLC | TLC★ |
| DRAM Cache | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Reliability | ||
| Endurance (TBW) | ||
| MTBF (hours) | No data | |
| Warranty (years) | 5 | 5 |
| Features | ||
| Heatsink | ✗ | — |
| Hardware Encryption | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Intel 670p Series 1TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong random (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong endurance (78th percentile)
- Below average feature (34th percentile)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong endurance (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong speed (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong feature (94th percentile)94th %ile
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 17 specs.