MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
Intel 670p Series 512GB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
What Buyers Say
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
Intel 670p Series 512GB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The Intel 670p SSD is highly praised for its excellent value, especially when purchased on sale, and its reliable performance for everyday use, storage, and media processing. Users appreciate its DRAM cache, which maintains fast speeds, and its compatibility with various systems, including older Macs and laptops. Some concerns include heat generation during heavy writes, a DOA unit in one case, and the need for firmware updates to fix thermal throttling. Overall, it's considered a solid, dependable drive that outperforms its price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Fast read/write speeds
- Reliable performance
- DRAM cache for sustained speed
- Good compatibility with various systems
Cons
- Heats up during heavy writes
- One DOA unit reported
- Firmware update needed for thermal throttling
- Lower endurance than TLC drives
- Slower than high-end NVMe drives
Scores
Specifications
| MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO | Intel 670p Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | 4★ | 3 |
| External | ✗ | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | ||
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | ||
| Random Read (IOPS) | No data | |
| Random Write (IOPS) | No data | |
| Hardware | ||
| NAND | TLC★ | QLC |
| DRAM Cache | ✓★ | — |
| Reliability | ||
| Endurance (TBW) | ||
| MTBF (hours) | No data | |
| Warranty (years) | 5 | 5 |
| Features | ||
| Heatsink | — | ✗ |
| Hardware Encryption | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
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
Intel 670p Series 512GB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong random (79th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (79th percentile)
- Strong endurance (78th percentile)
- Below average feature (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average capacity (35th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 17 specs.