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WD Black 512GB Performance SSD - 8 Gb/s M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive – WDS512G1X0C [Old Version]

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For gaming
4.8
4.6
4.7
4.7
4.4
4.4
Easy to install
4.7
4.6
4.7
4.7
4.7
4.7
Storage Capacity
4.7
4.8
4.8
4.8
4.6
Value for money
4.2
4.6
4.4
4.4
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storage capacity
512 GB
1000 GB
1000 GB
2000 GB
1000 GB
1 TB
hardware interface
pci, solid state drive
solid state drive
solid state drive
solid state drive
solid state drive
solid state drive
compatible devices
PC
Laptop, Motherboards
Laptop, Motherboards
Laptop, Motherboards
Laptop, Desktop, PC
Desktop
form factor
M 2
M.2 2280
M.2 2280
M.2 2280
m 2 2280
write speed
4900
6300
6600
4150, 4150
read speed
2050 megabytes per second
5150 megabytes per second
7300 megabytes per second
7300 megabytes per second
4150 MB
3500 megabytes per second

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Offering sequential read speeds up to 2050 MB/s, the WD Black PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe-based SSD unleashes new levels of performance to help your PC run the most demanding games, VR applications, and creative software.

  • Sequential read speeds up to 2050 MB/s.¹
  • Optimized thermal and power management to help maintain consistent performance.
  • Industry-leading 1.75M hours Mean Time To Failure (MTTF)* for lasting reliability.
  • 5-year limited warranty.

Unleashed Performance For Next-Level Computing

With sequential read speeds up to 2050 MB/s, over three times faster than a SATA SSD, the WD Black PCIe SSD handles even the most resource-heavy computing tasks. Boot your system quickly, launch games fast, and make multitasking easy with a WD Black PCIe SSD.

Thermal And Power Management

Comprehensive thermal throttling and power management algorithms help WD Black PCIe SSDs maintain consistent performance, help prevent overheating, and preserve your data.

Leading-Edge Reliability

1.75M hours MTTF combined with several leading error-correction technologies helps WD Black PCIe SSDs prevent data loss and provide lasting reliability for years to come.

M.2 2280 Design

Featuring a single-sided M.2 2280 form factor, the WD Black PCIe SSD is perfect for high-performance desktops and small form-factor PCs.

5-Year Limited Warranty And WD F.I.T. Lab Certified

WD Black PCIe SSDs have been certified by WD F.I.T. Lab for compatibility with a wide range of high performance PC configurations. And with a 5-year limited warranty, you get reliable storage that lasts.

Downloadable WD SSD Dashboard and Acronis software

Monitor your drive’s capacity, endurance, operating temperatures, SMART attributes, and more with the WD SSD Dashboard. And with the free Acronis True Image WD Edition, you can clone drives to back up your entire OS and software settings, along with the rest of your data.

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*Based on internal testing using Telcordia stress part testing.

Performance is based on the CrystalDiskMark benchmark using a 1000MB LBA range on Gigabyte GA-Z77XUD5H desktop with Intel Z77 chipset, Intel i7-3770 3.4GHz, 8M, Ivy Bridge, Windows 8 64-bit SP1 using Intel iRST version 11.7.0.1013, secondary drive, C-state off. Performance may vary based on host device.

1 MB =1,000,000 bytes. IOPS = input/output operations per second.

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With sequential read speeds up to 2050 MB/s, the WD Black PCIe Gen3 x 4 NVMe-based SSD unleashes a new level of performance for PC users with PCIe NVMe compatible motherboards and systems. With extensive compatibility testing, a 5-year limited warranty, and downloadable SSD software, you get reliable, high-performance storage for years to come.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
871 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, quality and value of the computer drive. For example, they mention it improves the speed of their system, the read speeds are no joke and it's good value for money. Customers appreciate the ease of installation. That said, opinions are mixed on the temperature.

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163 customers mention140 positive23 negative

Customers like the performance of the drive. They say that it improves the speed of their system, is awesome for fast speeds, and has very fast boot times. The read speeds are no joke, and games load up quickly. The drive performs really well, and greatly reduces startup time.

"...It has been working without an issue (like other brands usually samsung has issues with Asus ROG series), WD worked like plug and play, utilized it,..." Read more

"...the SSD as primary boot device, selected UEFI fast boot and it booted rather quickly...." Read more

"...The drive never throttled though and reached rated speeds...." Read more

"...It greatly reduces startup time as well. I would say cut it by 2/3s time. Anyways, this is a great drive and I have had zero issues so far." Read more

62 customers mention48 positive14 negative

Customers like the quality of the computer drive. For example, they say it's an outstanding product, excellent, and one of the best M2 SSDs out there. Customers also mention that the drive is perfect, insanely fast, and has good build quality. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and reliability of the drive.

"Performance, Reliability, Price and Warranty! WD PCIE 512GB is way to go!I have installed it to my Asus ROG G752VY...." Read more

"...I overpaid at the time but overall satisfied with the longevity of this product" Read more

"Great little drive. PC wouldn't boot from it at first, though that may be a BIOS problem. Still a fast drive with no problems since then." Read more

"...The device has only has 80TB of durability whereas most other NVMe NAND SSDs at this capacity have around ~400TB of durability...." Read more

42 customers mention39 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the drive. They say it's a great purchase and well worth the price.

"...to get some great performance and good reliability on a great budget friendly price (Especially Gamers, 3D Designers, Coders, 4K Movie Enthusiasts)...." Read more

"For the price the drive was a great deal - it wont come close to matching a Samsung Evo/Evo Pro but for $99 its blows the doors off any SSD...." Read more

"...Bit the best writing times but barely notisableGreat buy for the price" Read more

"...Highly recommended for the price!" Read more

35 customers mention31 positive4 negative

Customers find the installation process of the computer drive to be easy and straightforward. They mention that it works like plug and play, and the cloning software is easy and simple. Some say that the motherboard recognizes the drive immediately.

"...WD worked like plug and play, utilized it, formatted it and good to go...." Read more

"...Installation was also super easy.Make sure to note that this a M-key M2 PCIe NMVe drive, NOT a M-key M2 SATA NVMe drive...." Read more

"Works great, easy to install, very fast. My laptop starts in about 15 seconds now; down from around 10+ minutes before it was usable...." Read more

"...No more!Installs are crazy fast too. I am so blown away, it was completely worth it...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the capacity of the hard drive. They mention that it has a decent amount of space for their most important games, excellent secondary storage, and lots of space to run important programs. Some say that it's super fast.

"...Has lots of space for important programs that you want to run quick, however I wouldn't put every program on there or you'll find yourself running..." Read more

"...It also has a decent amount of space for your most important games." Read more

"Wow!!Great performanceGreat capacityGreat value!!Very pleased with WD BLACK M.2 SSD nvmE" Read more

"Super fast seconday storage!..." Read more

16 customers mention7 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the temperature of the hard drive. Some mention that it runs at an average of 45C, while others say that it gets super duper hot under load.

"...It also started running even hotter than normal (usually ~60-odd C, now ~80C)...." Read more

"...-Promising performance.-Doesn't heat up much.NOTE: I USE IT PRETTY HEAVILYFor the Price and Reliaibilty;..." Read more

"...It seems to run a little warm, I guess all m.2s do although this is the first one I bought...." Read more

"...The temperature ramp is good, but honestly the low durability and poorly optimized access characteristics are a deal killer...." Read more

5 customers mention0 positive5 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the compatibility of the computer drive. They mention that it is not compatible with Windows 7, has some issues with compatibility, and is not suitable for OS Windows 7.

"These SSDs generally perform well. I've found that they have some issues with compatibility, and the write speed is a bit slow, but it is still a..." Read more

"Incompatible with my unit, was really excited to get it.Oh well." Read more

"...would have been nice if someone had specified that the drive is not compatible with Windows 7." Read more

"Unfortunately, manufacturer provides NO driver. Not suitable for OS W7" Read more

5 customers mention0 positive5 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the driver of the computer drive. They mention that there is no native driver available, WD does not provide nvme drivers, and there is also no Windows 7 driver.

"...consider: I couldn't get WIN7 to work with this drive as there is no WIN7 driver as far as I could find...." Read more

"...Not that much faster than my SATA III SSD though. WD does not provide nvme drivers, which is likely the cause...." Read more

"...I go to the Western Digital website, and there is no driver available...." Read more

"Very slow performance compared to Samsung. No native driver -- uses an old slow generic Windows driver." Read more

MY ASUS ROG G752VY LOVES IT Performance, Reliability, Price and Warranty!
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MY ASUS ROG G752VY LOVES IT Performance, Reliability, Price and Warranty!
Performance, Reliability, Price and Warranty! WD PCIE 512GB is way to go!I have installed it to my Asus ROG G752VY. I got it on the first day it was released, since then it is the top bang for the buck.It has been working without an issue (like other brands usually samsung has issues with Asus ROG series), WD worked like plug and play, utilized it, formatted it and good to go.For the performance;-I use for Gaming, web and app coding, running visual studio and sql server and adobe products straight from this drive and watching 4K movies thru and it works flawlessly without an issue.-Reading and Writing and the specs provided by manufacturer are pretty much same when I went thru benchmarks and ssd tests.-For the top performance of any drive like this, you have to make sure you have a compliant system to test and use it with. You put this ssd into an old system, you will not get the top speed out of it. Just like you cant run corolla with 100 octane racing fuel, it will not change your top speed unless you modify or upgrade for it with compliant system.-Promising performance.-Doesn't heat up much.NOTE: I USE IT PRETTY HEAVILYFor the Price and Reliaibilty;-It is the best price on the market right now with this promising performance compare to other models and brands-Western Digital I have been using over 20 years, never had any terrible experience, and I Love WD products and their Customer Service-5 Year warranty! You don't get that in this price range (even higher price range models or brands), WD is most reliable when it comes to customer service and WarrantyConclusion;I would definitely recommend this NVME PCI SSD to any type of user Pro or Home user, who is looking to get some great performance and good reliability on a great budget friendly price (Especially Gamers, 3D Designers, Coders, 4K Movie Enthusiasts). Buy it don't fear it, It will satisfy you more than you would expect.TIP: Be smart and whatever disk you buy, you make sure you keep backup in a spinning disc old style HDD's, because any chip technology storage device (SSD, M.2, USB DRIVE etc.) once they are dead, you will not be able to retrieve 95% and more data back. Even if you have the best, top and most brand or model or you spent thousands of dollars that it promises forever warranty with %100 data recovery insurance, NO! ALWAYS KEEP BACKUP!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2017
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5.0 out of 5 stars MY ASUS ROG G752VY LOVES IT Performance, Reliability, Price and Warranty!
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2017
Performance, Reliability, Price and Warranty! WD PCIE 512GB is way to go!

I have installed it to my Asus ROG G752VY. I got it on the first day it was released, since then it is the top bang for the buck.
It has been working without an issue (like other brands usually samsung has issues with Asus ROG series), WD worked like plug and play, utilized it, formatted it and good to go.

For the performance;
-I use for Gaming, web and app coding, running visual studio and sql server and adobe products straight from this drive and watching 4K movies thru and it works flawlessly without an issue.
-Reading and Writing and the specs provided by manufacturer are pretty much same when I went thru benchmarks and ssd tests.
-For the top performance of any drive like this, you have to make sure you have a compliant system to test and use it with. You put this ssd into an old system, you will not get the top speed out of it. Just like you cant run corolla with 100 octane racing fuel, it will not change your top speed unless you modify or upgrade for it with compliant system.
-Promising performance.
-Doesn't heat up much.
NOTE: I USE IT PRETTY HEAVILY

For the Price and Reliaibilty;
-It is the best price on the market right now with this promising performance compare to other models and brands
-Western Digital I have been using over 20 years, never had any terrible experience, and I Love WD products and their Customer Service
-5 Year warranty! You don't get that in this price range (even higher price range models or brands), WD is most reliable when it comes to customer service and Warranty

Conclusion;

I would definitely recommend this NVME PCI SSD to any type of user Pro or Home user, who is looking to get some great performance and good reliability on a great budget friendly price (Especially Gamers, 3D Designers, Coders, 4K Movie Enthusiasts). Buy it don't fear it, It will satisfy you more than you would expect.

TIP: Be smart and whatever disk you buy, you make sure you keep backup in a spinning disc old style HDD's, because any chip technology storage device (SSD, M.2, USB DRIVE etc.) once they are dead, you will not be able to retrieve 95% and more data back. Even if you have the best, top and most brand or model or you spent thousands of dollars that it promises forever warranty with %100 data recovery insurance, NO! ALWAYS KEEP BACKUP!
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David
5.0 out of 5 stars Fácil de instalar y rápido
Reviewed in Mexico on August 13, 2018
Capacity: 512GBVerified Purchase
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OnlyOneTitan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great performance from a tiny little thing! Update: OS/Software possibly to blame for deletion
Reviewed in Canada on September 5, 2017
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GuPacho
5.0 out of 5 stars 6年目に入りましたが、問題無く使えています
Reviewed in Japan on May 18, 2023
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GuPacho
5.0 out of 5 stars 6年目に入りましたが、問題無く使えています
Reviewed in Japan on May 18, 2023
この商品を購入して初めてレビューしますが、
タイトルの通り6年目に入っても何の問題も無く使えています。
S.M.A.R.T値も問題ありませんでした。
2017年のArk Tech & Marketニュースの記事からMTTFとTBW値が分かりましたが、
現在、TBW 50053 GB(80000 GB)、MTTF 42051 時間(175万時間)※()内は保証値
となっており、TBWが残り30TBになっていました。(S.M.A.R.Tでは使用率35%で合致していませんが)
しかし、PCIe GEN4x4のNVMeが出ていますので、Read2000MB/Wright 700MBのスペックで
不自由はしていませんですが、もうそろそろ倉庫送りになりそうです。
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Client d'Amazon
5.0 out of 5 stars Good SSD
Reviewed in France on March 30, 2018
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Aditya
5.0 out of 5 stars Good product
Reviewed in India on June 11, 2018
Capacity: 256GBVerified Purchase