Name: ZP500CV3A001 Seagate 500GB QLC PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 M.2 2280 SSD
Brand: Seagate
SKU: ZP500CV3A001
Price: 70.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Seagate BarraCuda Q5 500GB SSD offers a practical balance of storage capacity and speed, fitting neatly into M.2 slots on many computers. It’s designed to replace slower hard drives or older SSDs, providing a noticeable upgrade for everyday tasks, gaming, and light content creation.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	ZP500CV3A001

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
NAND Flash	Quad-Level Cell (QLC)
Memory Technology	Quad-Level Cell (QLC)
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Interface	PCIe Gen 3.0 x4
Cache	DRAM-less with SLC cache (host memory buffer support)
MTBF	1.8 million hours
Hot Swappable	No
Hot Pluggable	No

Performance
Max Sequential Read	2100 MB/s
Max Sequential Write	1700 MB/s
Random Read	250,000 IOPS
Random Write	220,000 IOPS
Endurance (TBW)	180 TBW

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	3.5 x 22 x 80 mm
Weight	1.10
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Seagate BarraCuda Q5 500GB solid state drive is built for users who need reliable and speedy storage for daily tasks. It’s commonly found in desktop PCs and laptops that require a balanced mix of capacity and performance without breaking the bank. Often used in gaming setups and general productivity machines, this SSD offers a straightforward upgrade path from traditional hard drives. It's especially suited for casual gamers, students, and professionals who want faster boot times and quicker file access. Key Features Equipped with Quad-Level Cell NAND for higher storage density Utilizes NVMe 3.0 x4 for improved read/write speeds compared to SATA drives Compact M.2 2280 design fits most modern systems easily Enhanced endurance for everyday computing needs Optimized firmware to balance speed and reliability This SSD is typically installed in desktop and laptop systems where space-saving and performance improvements are needed. Users will notice smoother application launches and faster file transfers compared to older storage options. It plays a crucial role in improving system responsiveness without the expense of higher-tier drives, making it a practical choice for many computing environments.

Use Cases
The Seagate 500GB QLC PCIe NVMe SSD is suited for IT professionals and system integrators seeking a cost-effective yet efficient storage upgrade. It is ideal for environments requiring moderate capacity with accelerated data access, such as workstations and office desktops that handle mixed workloads. How It's Used: Upgrading legacy desktops in SMB offices to improve boot and application load times without extensive hardware changes. Enhancing gaming rigs with faster asset streaming to reduce load times in gaming environments. Deploying in remote or branch office PCs where balanced performance and storage economy are priorities. Integrating into light content creation setups that manage moderate video editing or graphic design projects. Supporting virtualization testbeds where cost-efficient storage with NVMe speed aids in performance evaluation. This SSD facilitates operational responsiveness and system agility within moderate-demand scenarios, enabling better scalability for evolving workflows. Its balance of capacity and NVMe interface performance makes it a practical choice for targeted storage upgrades in diverse IT environments.

ZP500CV3A001 Seagate 500GB QLC PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 M.2 2280 SSD

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Performance

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases