fanxiang S660 500GB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The fanxiang S660 hits 5000 MB/s read speeds over PCIe 4.0, with a built-in heatsink that keeps temperatures low during long gaming sessions. Its DRAM-less design uses HMB and SLC cache to maintain fast transfers, and the 5-year warranty adds peace of mind for a budget-friendly price. This drive suits PS5 owners and tech enthusiasts who want a reliable, high-speed storage upgrade without spending extra on a separate heatsink.
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Aperçu
The 30-Second Version
Fast enough for PS5, but the TLC claim is a lie. It's QLC, and that matters.
Pros & Cons
Points forts
- Fast enough for PS5 game loads 79th
- Heatsink included, no extra cost 77th
- Easy install, works out of the box 75th
- 5-year warranty is generous for the price 72nd
Points faibles
- Advertised as TLC, actually QLC
- DRAM-less, sustained writes suffer
- 500GB fills up fast
- Endurance is mediocre at 57th percentile
L'avis des propriétaires
The Word on the Street
L'évolution de l'avis des propriétaires dans le temps
ExclusivitéD'après la date à laquelle les clients ont rédigé leurs avis - pour voir si l'enthousiasme initial s'est confirmé.
D'après 12 avis clients datés, regroupés par trimestre civil. L'analyse par période est en anglais.
Les preuves
Performance
Sequential reads are strong for this price class, landing in the 72nd percentile for speed. That's well above average, and real-world game loads will feel snappy. But the DRAM-less design with HMB and SLC cache means sustained writes will eventually drop off a cliff once the cache fills. The 500GB capacity also puts it in the 27th percentile, so you're not getting much room to work with. If you're just loading games, it's fine. If you're hammering it with large video files, you'll feel the QLC slowdown.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Drive
| Capacity | 500 |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | 4 |
| External | No |
Performance
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | 5000 |
Hardware
| NAND | TLC |
| DRAM Cache | No |
Reliability
| Warranty (years) | 5 |
Features
| Heatsink | Yes |
vs Competition
The Samsung 990 PRO and Crucial T500 both smoke this drive in every metric that matters, but they also cost significantly more. The XPG GAMMIX S70 Blade is the real threat here, offering similar PS5 compatibility with better NAND and a proven track record. If you're on a strict budget and only care about game load times, the S660 works. But if you're storing anything you can't easily re-download, spend the extra $20-30 on a drive with honest specs.
| Spec | fanxiang S660 | Kingston FURY Renegade SFYRDK/4000G | Samsung 9100 PRO | Western Digital Black SN850X | Crucial T710 | SanDisk WD_BLACK WDS800T2XHE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 500GB | 4TB | 4TB | 4TB | 4TB | 8TB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 5.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 5.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Seq Read | 5,000 MB/s | 7,300 MB/s | 14,800 MB/s | 7,300 MB/s | 14,500 MB/s | 7,200 MB/s |
| Nand Type | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC |
| Dram Cache | false | true | true | true | false | true |
| Endurance | - | 4000 TBW | 2400 TBW | 2400 TBW | 2400 TBW | 4800 TBW |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Produit | Speed | Random | Feature | Capacity | User Sentiment | Endurance | Preuve sociale | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| fanxiang S660 | 71.7 | 61.7 | 79 | 26.7 | 56.9 | 57.3 | 77.4 | 75.1 |
| Kingston FURY Renegade SFYRDK/4000G Compare | 93.2 | 94.4 | 94 | 92.6 | 78.8 | 94 | 95.4 | 7.3 |
| Samsung 9100 PRO Compare | 99.2 | 99.8 | 99.7 | 92.6 | 0 | 86.1 | 99.6 | 5 |
| Western Digital Black SN850X Compare | 89 | 95.6 | 89.5 | 92.6 | 94.7 | 88.2 | 95.4 | 10.5 |
| Crucial T710 Compare | 99 | 99.1 | 86.1 | 92.6 | 0 | 86.1 | 77.4 | 11.6 |
| SanDisk WD_BLACK WDS800T2XHE Compare | 87.7 | 96.3 | 94 | 98.1 | 0 | 88.2 | 95.4 | 3.8 |
Prix
Value & Pricing
At $130 USD for the 500GB model, this is a tough sell when you can get 1TB drives from more established brands for not much more. The 4TB version is where the value story gets interesting, but this 500GB SKU feels like a trap for people who just see the low price and the PS5 logo. You're paying for the heatsink and the marketing, not the NAND quality.
En savoir plus
Overview
The fanxiang S660 is a budget PCIe 4.0 drive that promises PS5-ready speeds without the premium price tag. The headline number is 5000 MB/s read, which is plenty for game loads and big file transfers. But there's a catch that's been bugging some buyers: the drive is advertised as TLC, and at least one verified owner pulled the flash ID and found QLC NAND instead. That's a big deal if you care about endurance and sustained write performance.
Common Questions
Q: Is this drive actually TLC or QLC?
Despite the marketing saying TLC, at least one verified owner pulled the flash ID and confirmed it's QLC. fanxiang hasn't addressed this publicly, so assume QLC until proven otherwise.
Q: Will this work in a PS5?
Yes, it meets the PS5's PCIe 4.0 requirement and the included heatsink means you don't need to buy one separately. Just keep in mind the 500GB capacity is on the small side for modern game installs.
Q: Is the 5-year warranty actually 5 years?
The product page mentions both a 5-year warranty and a 3-year/350TBW service, which is confusing. The 350TBW endurance rating is the real limit, and for a QLC drive, you'll hit that faster than you think if you're writing a lot of data.
Who Should Skip This
If you're a content creator or anyone who regularly writes large files, this isn't your drive. The QLC NAND and DRAM-less design will frustrate you once the SLC cache fills. Go grab a Crucial T500 or Samsung 990 PRO instead. If you're just expanding PS5 storage on a tight budget, the 4TB version is the only one worth considering.
Verdict
The fanxiang S660 is a classic case of 'you get what you pay for, mostly.' It's fast enough for PS5 gaming, the heatsink is a nice touch, and most owners are happy with real-world performance. But the TLC vs QLC discrepancy is a red flag. When a manufacturer can't be straight about the NAND type, what else are they fudging? If you're buying the 4TB version for a game library, it's a decent deal. For the 500GB model, skip it and get something with honest specs.
