WD Blue SSD 3D NAND WDS500G2B0A 500 GB
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High-performance and capacious internal SSD drive with SATA 3 connection interface. Despite the use of TLC memory, this model shows consistently high performance both in read operations (550 Mbps) and in write operations (at least 400 Mbps). Such results are achieved by using a hardware platform based on the Marvell 88SS1074 controller with a 512 MB LDDR3-1866 DRAM buffer and Sandisk's high-tech 64-layer BiCS3 3D TLC NAND flash memory.
The controller is based on two ARM Dragonite v5 cores, supports error correction based on LDPC codes and works with memory in a 4-channel scheme. BiCS3 3D memory provides much higher performance and lower latency compared to the old planar memory. The overall performance of the WD Blue SSD 3D NAND [WDS500G2B0A] drive is ahead of many competing products, allowing the manufacturer to position this model in the middle price category. The drive can be used to create hardware configurations for modern home/office personal computers and entry-level workstations (with a small disk load). The specifications claim a guaranteed recording capacity of 200 TB, which makes it possible to record up to 55 GB of data daily for 10 years. In addition, there is a full three-year warranty.
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Series WD Blue (for mass consumption)Compare using chart →
1 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, write: 4900 MB/s, read: 5150 MB/s, warranty 5 years
500 GB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, write: 4000 MB/s, read: 5000 MB/s, warranty 5 years
1 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, write: 4150 MB/s, read: 4150 MB/s, warranty 5 years
500 GB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D QLC NAND, write: 5600 MB/s, read: 6600 MB/s, warranty 5 years
4 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D QLC NAND, write: 5000 MB/s, read: 5500 MB/s, warranty 5 years
2 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, write: 4850 MB/s, read: 5150 MB/s, warranty 5 years
1 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D QLC NAND, write: 6700 MB/s, read: 7100 MB/s, warranty 5 years
2 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D QLC NAND, write: 6700 MB/s, read: 7100 MB/s, warranty 5 years
500 GB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, write: 3600 MB/s, read: 4000 MB/s, warranty 5 years
2 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, write: 4150 MB/s, read: 4150 MB/s, warranty 5 years
250 GB, M.2, 22x80, SATA 3, 3D TLC NAND, write: 440 MB/s, read: 555 MB/s, warranty 5 years
2 TB, M.2, 22x80, SATA 3, 3D TLC NAND, write: 530 MB/s, read: 560 MB/s, warranty 5 years
250 GB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 3.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, write: 1200 MB/s, read: 3300 MB/s, warranty 5 years
500 GB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 3.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, write: 2300 MB/s, read: 3500 MB/s, warranty 5 years
Model overview based on user reviews
The WD Blue SSD 3D NAND series offers a range of capacities, including 250GB, 500GB, 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB, catering to various storage needs. Users appreciate its strong performance, maintaining speed without overheating, and its compact, lightweight design. The SSD is praised for its high speed and easy installation, although some users noted the absence of mounting bolts and stickers. While most reviews are positive, highlighting the drive's reliability and the brand's reputation, there are isolated reports of initial defects and slow performance in some units. The drive is generally recommended for its good price-quality ratio, with additional benefits like the Acronis True Image software for easy system cloning. However, potential buyers should be aware of the rare warranty service issues reported by some users. Overall, the WD Blue SSD 3D NAND is a solid choice for those seeking a balance of performance and affordability.
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Cloning Windows 7 from HDD to SSD was straightforward with the Acronis True Image program. The drive has ceased to be the system's bottleneck, plus the long-awaited fast startup of Windows. I installed my favorite games on the SSD, and fps increased on ultra settings. On the manufacturer's website, you can download the Acronis True Image software, which activates when the system detects this SSD. Then you can clone the drive with Windows. There is also a step-by-step guide for cloning Windows on the site. The absence of screws, but they are missing in 95% of SSD kits. It doesn't matter, they can be purchased separately, along with a bracket for the 3.5" bay (rails).  gorg1981: use WD WDS500G2B0A less than month |
Damn it, this disc can be called, albeit with a stretch, shock-resistant. I dropped it with my claws 2 times - no change in performance. Does not overheat. Does not lose performance (as of now). Waiting for me in future use, who knows... use WD WDS250G2B0A more than year |
The drive failed upon first powering on the computer, there were clicks, sparks, a firework in a word (the first time this happened), after which I immediately cut off power to the system and contacted for RMA (warranty service) at the official WD service center in Moscow, having only a good impression of them from previous interactions (though it was a long time ago). In general, I brought in the drive, which smelled of burnt plastic from a kilometer away, to their center, and the lady at the reception, citing two tiny scratches on the casing of the drive from the SATA connector side (everything with screws, stickers, etc., is perfect), which were most likely acquired when installing the drive into the case, denied the warranty claim, arguing that the drive was attempted to be tampered with and said to contact the store where it was purchased. A burnt drive, smelling like burnt plastic was attempted to be tampered with, Carl (without touching the screws and stickers)! And who would even think of tampering with a new SSD drive after a breakdown? They could have come up with something more believable. So, if you bought an SSD from WD and connected it even once to a computer, which can very well lead to wear and tear, the silicon giant will deny your warranty. There are still two of their SSD drives in the system, they're all okay, the power supply is Enermax Platimax 1000 watts, never had any issues with it, so it's clearly not my hardware. And finally, they suggested I complain to any authorities if something is unsatisfactory. P.S. RMA number #88003942. I'll update the review after receiving a response from the representation. Overall, I have no complaints about WD drives, and in general, the price-quality ratio of the products is good, but see the comments. Burned out when first turned on. Overall, not bad, defects happen everywhere, but see the comment. Rzaev Afgan: use WD WDS500G2B0A few months |
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WD Blue SSD 3D NAND WDS500G2B0A configurations
| Price for WD Blue SSD 3D NAND WDS500G2B0A | ||||
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 | WD Blue SSD 3D NAND WDS100T2B0A 1 TB | from $264.72 | 2 offers | |
| WD Blue SSD 3D NAND WDS200T2B0A 2 TB | from $399.79 | 3 offers | |
| WD Blue SSD 3D NAND WDS400T2B0A 4 TB | from $405.99 | 1 offer | |
| WD Blue SSD 3D NAND WDS250G2B0A 250 GB | from $80.00 | 1 offer | |
| WD Blue SSD 3D NAND WDS500G2B0A 500 GB | from $289.00 | 3 offers | |
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1 TB - 8 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, 6300 / 6600 MB/s, IOPS 1100 / 1200 K, 7200 / 7300 MB/s, IOPS 800 / 1200 K
500 GB - 4 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND / 3D QLC NAND, 4000 - 5000 MB/s, IOPS 770 / 900 K, 5000 - 5500 MB/s, IOPS 460 - 730 K
1 TB - 4 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 5.0 2x, 3D TLC NAND, 6300 MB/s, IOPS 1350 / 1400 K, 7150 / 7250 MB/s, IOPS 850 - 1050 K
1 TB - 8 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 5.0 4x, 3D TLC NAND, 13300 / 13400 MB/s, IOPS 2600 K, 14700 / 14800 MB/s, IOPS 1850 / 2200 K
500 GB - 4 TB, M.2, 22x80, PCIe 4.0 4x, 3D QLC NAND, 3500 / 6000 MB/s, IOPS - / 1000 K, 6000 / 7100 MB/s, IOPS - / 1000 K
