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XPG BLADE M.2 2280 8TB PCI-Express 5.0 x4 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) with DRAM Cache, Speed up to 14000mb/s SMAR-980B-8TCS
- PCIe Gen5 x4 transmission interface
- Up to 14,000/13,000MB/s sequential read/write speed
- Aluminum alloy and turbo fan form an active air-cooling system
- Compared with a fanless heatsink, temperatures significantly reduced by 15%
- Active cooling is powered directly from the M.2 slot, no additional charging cable needed
- 8TB capacity
- Supports latest Intel and AMD platforms
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Overview
The XPG MARS 980 BLADE is an 8TB internal solid state drive for consumer use. It combines an M.2 2280 form factor, PCI-Express 5.0 x4 interface, NVMe 2.0 protocol, and 3D NAND memory components.
Key Features
- 8TB storage capacity
- M.2 2280 form factor with heatsink
- PCI-Express 5.0 x4 interface and NVMe 2.0 protocol
- Up to 14,000 MB/s sequential read and 13,000 MB/s write speeds
- Up to 1,850,000 4KB random read IOPS and 1,800,000 4KB random write IOPS
Performance
The drive delivers maximum sequential read speeds of up to 14,000 MB/s and maximum sequential write speeds of up to 13,000 MB/s. Rated 4KB random performance reaches up to 1,850,000 IOPS for reads and up to 1,800,000 IOPS for writes.
Design
The drive uses an M.2 2280 form factor and includes a heatsink. Its memory components are 3D NAND, and the controller is an SMI SM2508.
Connectivity & Compatibility
The internal SSD uses a PCI-Express 5.0 x4 interface and NVMe 2.0 protocol. The listed form factor is M.2 2280.
Reliability & Durability
The drive is rated for 5,920TB total terabytes written. Operating temperature is 0°C to +70°C, storage temperature is -40°C to +85°C, and maximum shock resistance is 1500G.
Specifications
- Brand: XPG
- Series: BLADE
- Model: SMAR-980B-8TCS
- Device Type: Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Used For: Consumer
- Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Capacity: 8TB
- Memory Components: 3D NAND
- Interface: PCI-Express 5.0 x4
- Protocol: NVMe 2.0
- Controller: SMI SM2508
- Max Sequential Read: Up to 14,000 MB/s
- Max Sequential Write: Up to 13,000 MB/s
- 4KB Random Read: Up to 1,850,000 IOPS
- 4KB Random Write: Up to 1,800,000 IOPS
- Terabytes Written (TBW): 5920TB
- Heatsink: With heatsink
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Max Shock Resistance: 1500G
Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
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Manufacturer Contact Info
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- Manufacturer Website
- Support Phone: 1-714-332-8708
- Support Email: service_usa@adata.com
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The XPG BLADE SMAR-980B-8TCS is an 8TB M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe SSD with DRAM cache and a heatsink, suited to gamers and creators who need high-speed storage for large game libraries or demanding workloads on compatible systems.
Recommended For
- Desktop users with a PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot who want one high-capacity drive for the operating system, applications, and active project files; a review of the MARS 980 BLADE found especially strong random-write performance, though it tested a smaller-capacity model.
- Laptop owners with a compatible M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 slot and enough space for the drive’s heatsink who need up to 8TB of internal storage for games, media, or work files.
- PC builders who need a large, high-endurance library or project drive: XPG rates the 8TB model for up to 5,920TB written, making its capacity and rated write endurance relevant to frequently updated local data.
- PS5 owners seeking an 8TB M.2 expansion drive, provided the drive and heatsink fit the console’s clearance requirements; Sony lists support for up to 8TB and requires effective heat dissipation.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Consumer systems needing high-capacity internal storage, including gaming and laptop use |
| Capacity | 8TB for large applications, games, and other files |
| Interface And Form Factor | M.2 2280 drive using PCIe 5.0 x4 with NVMe 2.0 |
| Controller And Memory | SMI SM2508 controller with 3D NAND, DRAM cache, and SLC caching |
| Read Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 12,000 MB/s read and write; 4KB random performance up to 1,850,000 IOPS read and 1,800,000 IOPS write |
| Endurance | Rated for 5,920 TBW |
| Thermal And Shock Specifications | Includes a heatsink; operating temperature 0°C to +70°C, storage temperature -40°C to +85°C, and shock resistance up to 1,500G |
| Security And Error Correction | Supports Pyrite encryption and LDPC error correction |
| Model Identifiers | XPG BLADE series, model SMAR-980B-8TCS |