XPG GAMMIX S70 Blade 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
Seagate FireCuda 530R 4TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
What Buyers Say
XPG GAMMIX S70 Blade 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The XPG GAMMIX S70 Blade SSD is widely praised for its easy installation, fast performance, and great value for money. Users report it works well on both PC and PS5, with speeds close to advertised specs. However, one user warns that the heatsink is not easily removable and can cause damage if forced, which is a notable concern for some.
Pros
- Easy installation
- Fast performance
- Great value for money
- Works well on PC and PS5
- Reliable for data storage
Cons
- Heatsink not easily removable
- Risk of damage when removing heatsink
- Heatsink adhesive hardens over time
Seagate FireCuda 530R 4TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
This SSD is praised for its exceptional durability and high endurance, with a 5-year warranty and Rescue Services adding peace of mind. Users highlight its blazing-fast sequential read and write speeds, which are ideal for gaming and heavy workloads. The support for DirectStorage is a plus for modern gaming setups. However, some users note that compatibility with all computers may not be guaranteed, so checking system requirements is advised.
Pros
- 5-year warranty
- Rescue Services included
- High endurance (5,050TBW)
- Fast sequential read/write
- DirectStorage support
Cons
- Compatibility not guaranteed
- May not fit all computers
Scores
Specifications
| XPG GAMMIX S70 Blade | Seagate FireCuda 530R | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | 4 | 4 |
| External | ✗ | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | ||
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | ||
| Random Read (IOPS) | ||
| Random Write (IOPS) | ||
| Hardware | ||
| NAND | TLC | TLC |
| DRAM Cache | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Controller | Innogrit IG5236A1 | E18 |
| Reliability | ||
| Endurance (TBW) | ||
| MTBF (hours) | ||
| Warranty (years) | 5 | 5 |
| Features | ||
| Heatsink | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Hardware Encryption | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
XPG GAMMIX S70 Blade 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong endurance (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong random (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong speed (81st percentile)81st %ile
Seagate FireCuda 530R 4TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong random (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong endurance (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong speed (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong capacity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (7th percentile)7th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 18 specs.