Seagate BarraCuda Q5 500GB M.2 NVMe SSD

The Seagate BarraCuda Q5 is an internal Solid State Drive intended for PC and laptop upgrades, utilizing the compact M.2 2280 form factor. This model operates over the PCIe Gen3 x4 interface, employing the NVMe 1.3 protocol for rapid data access. Sequential read performance is rated up to 2300 MB/s, enabling quick system boot times and reduced application load delays. Sequential write operations achieve speeds up to 900 MB/s.

The 500 GB capacity is achieved using 3D QLC NAND flash, which optimizes storage density within the compact device footprint. Reliability metrics include an endurance rating of 119 TBW and a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1.8 million hours. The drive is compatible with standard PC and laptop systems and features a robust design that can withstand operational shock up to 1500G.

• 500 GB internal storage capacity
• 3D QLC NAND flash architecture
• Phison PS5013-E13-31 controller model
• 7 gram device weight
• Operating voltage of 3.3 V
• Includes S.M.A.R.T. and TRIM functionalities
• Dimensions are 80 mm (D) by 22 mm (W) by 2.15 mm (H)