Description
ADATA XPG MARS 980 PRO 2TB PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD
SMAR-980P-2TCI
The ADATA XPG MARS 980 PRO 2TB (SMAR-980P-2TCI) is a next-generation PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD engineered for ultra-high-performance gaming PCs, professional workstations, and enthusiast builds. Using the PCIe Gen5 x4 interface, the drive delivers exceptional sequential speeds of up to 14,000 MB/s read and 13,000 MB/s write, offering significantly faster performance than PCIe Gen4 SSDs and dramatically reducing load times for demanding applications.
Designed for heavy workloads, the MARS 980 PRO combines 232-layer 3D TLC NAND flash memory, DRAM cache, and intelligent SLC caching, allowing the drive to maintain excellent responsiveness during large file transfers, gaming, AI workloads, and high-resolution content creation.
To ensure stable performance under sustained loads, the SSD features a precision aluminium heatsink with an integrated turbo fan that actively improves heat dissipation. This advanced cooling design can reduce temperatures significantly compared to passive solutions, helping maintain peak speeds without thermal throttling.
Built on the latest NVMe 2.0 standard, the MARS 980 PRO supports modern Intel and AMD platforms while remaining backward compatible with PCIe Gen4 and Gen3 systems, making it an excellent choice for both upgrades and new high-end builds.
With strong endurance ratings of up to 1,480 TBW, advanced error-correction technologies, and a durable design, the MARS 980 PRO delivers the speed, reliability, and thermal performance required for the most demanding computing environments.
Why It’s a Great Choice
Extreme PCIe Gen5 Performance
With speeds up to 14GB/s, the MARS 980 PRO delivers dramatically faster data transfers compared to previous SSD generations, improving boot times, game loading, and large file operations.
Advanced Active Cooling Design
The integrated aluminium heatsink and turbo fan provide efficient thermal management, helping maintain peak performance during intensive workloads.
Perfect for High-End Gaming Builds
Ultra-fast read speeds reduce game load times and improve asset streaming, delivering smoother gameplay in modern AAA titles.
Designed for Professional Workloads
Handles demanding tasks such as 4K/8K video editing, rendering, and AI workloads with ease thanks to high random IOPS and fast sequential speeds.
Future-Ready NVMe 2.0 Platform
Built for the latest PCIe Gen5 systems while remaining backward compatible with older PCIe platforms.
Reliable Long-Term Storage
High endurance ratings, advanced LDPC error correction, and premium NAND flash ensure reliable data integrity and durability.
Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | ADATA |
| Product Line | XPG |
| Model | MARS 980 PRO |
| Model Code | SMAR-980P-2TCI |
| Capacity | 2TB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe Gen5 x4 |
| NVMe Version | NVMe 2.0 |
| Controller | Silicon Motion SM2508 |
| Flash Memory | 3D TLC NAND |
| Sequential Read Speed | Up to 14,000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | Up to 13,000 MB/s |
| Random Read Performance | Up to 2,000,000 IOPS |
| Random Write Performance | Up to 1,650,000 IOPS |
| Cache | DRAM Cache + SLC Caching |
| Endurance Rating | Up to 1,480 TBW |
| MTBF | Up to 1,600,000 Hours |
| Cooling | Aluminium Heatsink with Turbo Fan (Active Cooling) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C – 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C – 85°C |
| Shock Resistance | 1500G / 0.5ms |
| Dimensions | 80.5 × 24.2 × 11.2 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 30.3 g |
| Compatibility | Desktop PCs, Laptops, Gaming Systems |
| Platform Support | Intel & AMD PCIe Gen5 Platforms |
| Backward Compatibility | PCIe Gen4 & PCIe Gen3 |
| Warranty | 5-Year Limited Warranty |






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