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Intel

Intel 660p Series SSDPEKNW512G8X1 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe internal SSD

SKU CH-SY2A-CKBA8 MPN SSDPEKNW512G8X1

M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe drive with 512GB QLC capacity, up to 1500 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write

  • Total capacity512 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 1,500 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 1,000 MB/s
  • Interface typePCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 512GB

  • Up to 1500 MBps sequential read for fast data access
  • Up to 1000 MBps sequential write for quick file saves
  • 100 TBW endurance rating for reliable long-term use
  • 6 million hours MTBF for dependable operation
  • 40 mW idle power consumption for energy efficiency

Intel 660p 512GB NVMe SSD

The Intel 660p Series SSDPEKNW512G8X1 is a 512GB M.2 2280 internal solid-state drive built for consumer notebooks and desktops. It uses PCIe 3.0 x4 with NVMe to skip SATA bottlenecks and bring faster everyday responsiveness. QLC 3D NAND allows higher capacity in the same slim footprint. This drive targets mainstream workloads such as boot, applications and media storage.

Build quality and daily use

The single-sided M.2 2280 board fits slim laptops and small-form-factor desktops without blocking adjacent slots. PCIe 3.0 x4 connects directly to the CPU or chipset, so no extra cables or brackets are required. Idle power draws 40 mW and active power 100 mW, helping battery life in portable systems. Operating range is 0°C to 70°C and storage range -55°C to 95°C.

Endurance rating decides fit

Terabytes Written is rated at 100 TBW with an MTBF of 1,600,000 hours. Sequential reads reach 1500 MBps and writes 1000 MBps, while 4KB random reads hit 90,000 IOPS and writes 220,000 IOPS. If your workload stays within the 100 TBW budget this drive is the right part; heavier write workloads need a higher endurance model.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $33.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 512 GB
Lower than about 60% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 1,500 MB/s
Lower than about 55% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $66.39 per TB
Cheaper than about 94% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product line660p Series
Model nameSSDPEKNW512G8 × 1
Total capacity512 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 1,500 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 1,000 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 90,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 220,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D2 QLC
Write endurance100 TB
Ports & slots
Interface typePCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe
Power
Idle power draw40 mW
Active power draw100 mW
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Overall height2.38 mm
Overall width22 mm
Product depth80 mm
Product weight< 10g
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size170 × 122 × 23 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-55 °C to 95 °C
Operating humidity range5-95%
Max shock tolerance1000G
Vibration toleranceOperating: 2.17 GRMS (5-700 Hz)
Non-Operating: 3.13 GRMS (5-800 Hz)
More details
Mean time between failures1,600,000 h

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Questions about this item

Does PCIe 3.0 x4 cap the sequential speed of the 660p Series SSD?

The drive reaches up to 1500 MBps sequential read and 1000 MBps sequential write on the PCIe 3.0 x4 link.

What physical slot and keying does the M.2 2280 form factor require?

It fits an M.2 slot that accepts 22 mm wide by 80 mm long modules with an M-key connector.

How is the drive installed, and which step is often missed?

Insert the module at an angle, press it flat, and secure it with the single mounting screw; many forget the screw and leave the drive unsecured.

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