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Original price was: R4991.00.R4709.00Current price is: R4709.00. Incl. Vat
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KEY FEATURES:
– 1TB PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD
– Up to 14,000 MB/s Read • 10,000 MB/s Write
– DRAM Cache + SLC Caching for responsive performance
– 3D TLC NAND Flash high-endurance memory
– NVMe 2.0 Support for next-generation platforms
– Ultra-Slim Design – Ideal for Laptops & Compact Systems
– 5 Year Warranty
The ADATA XPG MARS 980 BLADE 1TB (SMAR-980B-1TCS) is a next-generation PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD designed for extreme performance in gaming PCs, creator workstations, and high-end laptops. Leveraging the PCIe Gen5 x4 interface, the drive delivers blazing-fast speeds of up to 14,000 MB/s read and 10,000 MB/s write, dramatically reducing load times and accelerating demanding workloads.
Built using 3D TLC NAND flash memory with DRAM cache and intelligent SLC caching, the MARS 980 BLADE ensures fast random access performance, improved multitasking responsiveness, and stable data throughput for intensive applications such as gaming, video editing, and AI workloads.
The drive uses a compact M.2 2280 form factor, making it ideal for modern desktops, compact builds, and high-performance laptops. Its efficient controller design and optimized thermal characteristics allow it to deliver top-tier Gen5 performance without bulky cooling solutions.
With support for NVMe 2.0, advanced error-correction technologies, and high endurance ratings, the XPG MARS 980 BLADE is engineered to deliver long-lasting reliability while maintaining exceptional speeds for next-generation PC platforms.
Extreme PCIe Gen5 Performance
Delivers up to 14GB/s read speeds, providing dramatically faster load times and system responsiveness compared to older SSD generations.
Perfect for Gaming & Content Creation
Handles large game installs, video editing projects, and creative workloads with ease thanks to extremely fast sequential and random speeds.
Compact High-Performance Design
The slim M.2 2280 form factor makes it ideal for laptops, compact PCs, and next-generation gaming builds.
Advanced Cache Architecture
DRAM cache combined with SLC caching improves responsiveness and maintains stable performance during heavy workloads.
Future-Ready NVMe 2.0 Technology
Optimised for modern PCIe Gen5 platforms while remaining backward compatible with Gen4 and Gen3 systems.
High Endurance & Reliability
Built with 3D TLC NAND and strong endurance ratings to ensure consistent long-term performance for demanding workloads.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | ADATA |
| Product Line | XPG |
| Model | MARS 980 BLADE |
| Model Code | SMAR-980B-1TCS |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe Gen5 x4 |
| NVMe Version | NVMe 2.0 |
| Flash Memory | 3D TLC NAND |
| Controller | Silicon Motion SM2508 |
| Sequential Read Speed | Up to 14,000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | Up to 10,000 MB/s |
| Random Read Performance | Up to 1,600K IOPS |
| Random Write Performance | Up to 1,650K IOPS |
| Cache | DRAM Cache + SLC Cache |
| Endurance Rating | 740 TBW |
| MTBF | 1,600,000 Hours |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C – 70°C |
| Shock Resistance | 1500G / 0.5ms |
| Compatibility | Desktop PCs, Laptops, Gaming Systems |
| Platform Support | Intel & AMD PCIe Gen5 Platforms |
| Backward Compatibility | PCIe Gen4 & PCIe Gen3 |
| Dimensions | 80 × 22 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 12 g |
| Warranty | 5-Year Limited Warranty |
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