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XPG MARS 980 BLADE M.2 2280 1TB PCI-Express 5.0 x4 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) with DRAM Cache, Speed up to 14000mb/s - SMAR-980B-1TCS
- Blazing-Fast PCIe Gen5 Performance – Enjoy ultra-high speeds with up to 14,000MB/s read and 12,000MB/s write, delivering next-level performance for gaming, content creation, and demanding workloads.
- Next-Gen NVMe 2.0 Interface – Built on the latest PCIe Gen5 x4 and NVMe 2.0 protocols, ensuring maximum bandwidth and future-proof storage compatibility.
- High-Endurance DRAM Cache – Features onboard DRAM caching for accelerated system responsiveness and better sustained speeds during heavy data loads.
- Available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB Capacities – Choose the size that fits your needs with ample room for games, media, and productivity files. Read speed up to 6,500MB/s for PS5
- Reliable and Durable – Thermal throttling protection, and S.M.A.R.T. monitoring for dependable long-term performance.
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Learn more about the ADATA SMAR-980B-1TCS
| Best Seller Ranking | #93 in Internal SSDs |
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| Brand | XPG |
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| Series | BLADE |
| Model | SMAR-980B-1TCS |
| Device Type | Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Used For | Consumer |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
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| Capacity | 1TB |
| Memory Components | 3D NAND |
| Interface | PCI-Express 5.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe 2.0 |
| Controller | SMI SM2508 |
| Cache | 1GB DRAM |
| Max Sequential Read | Up to 14000 MBps |
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| Max Sequential Write | Up to 10000 MBps |
| 4KB Random Read | Up to 1,600,000 IOPS |
| 4KB Random Write | Up to 1,650,000 IOPS |
| Terabytes Written (TBW) | 740TB |
| HeatSink | with HeatSink |
| Features | XPG MARS 980 BLADE PCIe Gen5 x4 M.2 2280 Solid State Drive MARS 980 BLADE is the gaming PCIe 5.0 Gen5 SSD for laptops, delivering up to 14,000/13,000MB/s speeds and 4TB capacity. Engineered for long-lasting, stable performance, AI workloads, PS5 expansion, and the latest Intel and AMD platforms. Features ? The gaming laptop-ready PCIe 5.0 SSD ? PCIe Gen5 x4 transmission interface ? R/W speed up to 14,000/13,000MB/s for PC/laptop ? Powered by TSMC 6nm process - runs cool without extra cooling hardware ? Work with PS5 2TB SMAR-980B-2TCS 842243035667 4711658150820 ? Read speed up to 6,500MB/s for PS5 1TB SMAR-980B-1TCS 842243035650 ? Capacity up to 4TB ? SLC Caching and DRAM Cache Buffer ? Pyrite encryption support ? Advanced LDPC ECC Technology |
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| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ +70°C |
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| Storage Temperature | -40°C ~ +85°C |
| Max Shock Resistance | 1500G |
| First Listed on Newegg | June 26, 2025 |
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- Limited Warranty period (parts): 5 years
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 5 years
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- Return for replacement within: 30 days
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The XPG MARS 980 BLADE is a 1TB PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe 2.0 M.2 2280 SSD with onboard DRAM and read speeds up to 14,000MB/s, suited to compatible systems for gaming, content creation, and other demanding workloads.
Recommended For
- PC builders choosing a primary Windows drive who prioritize quick small-file and random access; PCWorld found the MARS 980 BLADE particularly strong in random 4K performance and recommended it for an operating-system drive.
- Owners of a PCIe 5.0-compatible desktop or laptop looking for a high-end Gen5 SSD with onboard DRAM; the 2280 drive is positioned for PC and laptop use, and reviews found competitive performance across workloads.
- PS5 owners adding internal storage who want this 1TB model and are comfortable with its listed PS5 read speed of up to 6,500MB/s rather than the higher PC/laptop figures.
- Desktop users who run frequent small-file or mixed everyday workloads and value the drive’s strong random performance more than winning every large sequential file-transfer test.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- For a compatible desktop used as a Windows system drive, it can handle frequent small reads and writes smoothly; a review found particularly strong random-file performance, though everyday improvements depend on the rest of the PC.
- For expanding a PS5 game library, install it in the console’s M.2 slot to store and play games from the added space; the 1TB model is listed by ADATA as PS5-compatible, with effective cooling required.
- For a gaming PC with a compatible M.2 slot, it can serve as a game-library drive; expect storage and launch performance to depend on the game and system, rather than assuming much shorter load times than with another fast NVMe SSD.
- For moving large video, photo, or project files on a compatible Gen5 PC, it offers high-throughput storage, but reviews found real-world transfers broadly competitive rather than consistently faster than other high-end SSDs.
- For upgrading a gaming laptop, it can add fast internal storage if the laptop has a compatible M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5 slot and adequate clearance; check the laptop’s requirements before buying.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Consumer laptop upgrades, gaming, content creation, and other demanding workloads that use M.2 NVMe storage |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Interface And Form Factor | M.2 2280 internal SSD with PCIe 5.0 x4 and NVMe 2.0 |
| Read Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 14,000 MB/s read and 10,000 MB/s write; random performance up to 1,600,000 IOPS read and 1,650,000 IOPS write |
| Memory And Controller | 3D NAND with a 1GB DRAM cache and SMI SM2508 controller |
| Endurance And Data Protection | 740TBW, with Pyrite encryption support and LDPC ECC technology |
| Thermal And Operating Conditions | Includes a heatsink; operating temperature 0°C to +70°C, storage temperature −40°C to +85°C, and shock resistance up to 1500G |
| Model Identifiers | XPG MARS 980 BLADE, model SMAR-980B-1TCS |