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AData Legend 860 PCIe 1TB Gen4 x4 M.2 2280 SSD Internal Solid State Drive Model SLEG-860-1000GCS 6,000 MB/s
- Capacity: 1TB internal solid state drive for consumer storage needs
- PCIe Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol
- Sequential Performance: Up to 6000 MB/s read and 5000 MB/s write speeds
- M.2 Form Factor: M.2 2280 design with 3D NAND memory components and DRAM cache
- Endurance Rating: 780TB terabytes written and 2,000,000-hour MTBF
- Warranty: 3 years manufacturer's warranty
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Overview
The ADATA LEGEND 960 1TB internal solid state drive is designed for consumer storage applications, combining a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface, M.2 2280 form factor, and NVMe 1.4 protocol.
Key Features
- 1TB storage capacity
- PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface
- Up to 6000 MB/s sequential read and 5000 MB/s sequential write
- DRAM cache and 3D NAND memory components
- Works with PS5
Performance
The drive delivers maximum sequential read speeds of up to 7400 MB/s and maximum sequential write speeds of up to 6800 MB/s. Random performance is rated at 730K 4KB random read and 610K 4KB random write.
Design
The M.2 2280 internal SSD uses 3D NAND memory components and includes a heatsink in the package for uninstalled installation.
Connectivity & Compatibility
The drive uses a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface with the NVMe 1.4 protocol and is specified to work with PS5.
Reliability & Durability
Rated endurance is 780TB terabytes written with a 2,000,000-hour MTBF. The drive has a maximum shock resistance of 1500G, operates from 0°C to +70°C, and has a storage temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.
Specifications
- Brand: ADATA
- Series: LEGEND 960
- Model: ALEG-960-1TCS
- Part Number: ALEG-960-1TCS
- Device Type: Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Capacity: 1TB
- Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x4
- Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Protocol: NVMe 1.4
- Memory Components: 3D NAND
- Cache: DRAM
- Max Sequential Read: Up to 6000 MBps
- Max Sequential Write: Up to 5000 MBps
- 4KB Random Read: 730K
- 4KB Random Write: 610K
What's in the Box
Heatsink, included in the package uninstalled.
Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 5 years
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 5 years
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Return Policies
- Return for refund within: 30 days
- Return for replacement within: 30 days
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Manufacturer Contact Info
- Manufacturer Website
- Support Phone: 1-714-332-8708
- Support Email: service_usa@adata.com
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The ADATA Legend 860 is a 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 x4 internal SSD with read speeds up to 6,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 5,000 MB/s, suited to PC users upgrading storage for faster everyday use, gaming, and file transfers.
Recommended For
- PS5 owners who want to add space for a game library: ADATA lists the LEGEND 860 as PS5-compatible, and the review tested it as a console expansion drive.
- Mainstream gaming PC builders who need a Gen4 drive for an operating system, game installs, updates, and everyday loading rather than flagship benchmark performance.
- Laptop or small-form-factor PC upgraders who need a single-sided M.2 2280 drive that fits space-constrained systems.
- Everyday PC users who mostly read data and make occasional large transfers, such as installing games or moving project files, rather than writing very large amounts continuously.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- When a PS5 owner needs more room for games, the LEGEND 860 can be installed as internal expansion storage; ADATA lists PS5 support, and its compatibility material shows a game boot check passing.
- For a desktop or laptop upgrade, it can add fast internal storage for everyday apps, files, and games; a review found it suited to general-purpose use, while noting that performance depends on the system and workload.
- When expanding a PC game library, it can hold installed games and support routine game loads; it is most useful as extra capacity rather than a promise of dramatically shorter load times in every game.
- For transferring project folders or other large files, it handles typical copies briskly; during a very large, continuous write, tested performance dropped after the drive’s cache filled, so it is less suited to repeated transfers of hundreds of gigabytes at peak speed.
- When migrating a laptop to a larger or newer SSD, it can serve as the replacement drive; check the laptop’s M.2 2280 fit and installation requirements before buying.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Consumer storage for desktop and laptop use, with stated PlayStation 5 compatibility |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Interface And Form Factor | PCIe 4.0 x4 with NVMe 1.4, in an M.2 2280 form factor |
| Read And Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 7,400 MB/s read and 6,800 MB/s write; random performance up to 730K IOPS read and 610K IOPS write |
| Storage Technology | 3D NAND with DRAM cache and hardware LDPC ECC |
| Endurance And Reliability | Rated for 780TB written and 2,000,000 hours MTBF |
| Thermal And Physical | Includes a heatsink for installation; operates from 0°C to +70°C and withstands up to 1500G shock |
| Model Identifiers | ADATA LEGEND 960, model and part number ALEG-960-1TCS |