What kind of security features does this SSD have?

Pyrite encryption support is listed as a security feature for this SSD.

What kind of durability and longevity can I expect from this SSD?

This SSD has a Terabytes Written (TBW) rating of 1480TB, indicating its durability and longevity.

What is the maximum read and write speed of this SSD?

The maximum read speed is up to 14,000 MBps, and the maximum write speed is up to 13,000 MBps.

Is this SSD compatible with gaming consoles like the PS5?

Yes, this SSD is compatible with the PS5.

Does this SSD require additional cooling hardware?

No, this SSD does not require additional cooling hardware as it is powered by TSMC 6nm process and runs cool without extra cooling hardware.

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Brand	XPG
Series	BLADE
Model	SMAR-980B-2TCS
Device Type	Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used For	Consumer

Details
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Capacity	2TB
Memory Components	3D NAND
Interface	PCI-Express 5.0 x4
Protocol	NVMe 2.0
Controller	SMI SM2508
Cache	2GB DRAM

Performance
Max Sequential Read	Up to 14000 MBps
Max Sequential Write	Up to 13000 MBps
4KB Random Read	Up to 2,000,000 IOPS
4KB Random Write	Up to 1,650,000 IOPS
Terabytes Written (TBW)	1480TB
HeatSink	with HeatSink

Features
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

Environmental
Operating Temperature	0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C ~ +85°C
Max Shock Resistance	1500G

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First Listed on Newegg	June 26, 2025

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