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SanDisk

SanDisk WDS500G4B0E-00CNZ0 500GB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 internal SSD

SKU CH-DZ1H-91XAN MPN WDS500G4B0E-00CNZ0

A 500 GB M.2 2280 NVMe drive delivering up to 5,000 MB/s read and 4,000 MB/s write speeds

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 5,000 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 4,000 MB/s
  • Interface typePCIe Gen4 16GT/s, up to 4 Lanes
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Style Faster

Capacity 500GB

  • Fast boot and load times with up to 5000 MBps sequential read
  • Quick file saves and installs with up to 4000 MBps sequential write
  • Responsive multitasking from up to 460000 random read IOPS
  • Smooth heavy workloads via up to 770000 random write IOPS
  • Long-term reliability backed by 300TB endurance rating

500GB NVMe drive for creators

The SanDisk WDS500G4B0E-00CNZ0 is a 500GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD built on a PCIe Gen4 16GT/s interface. It targets consumers who need fast storage for creative workloads and everyday multitasking. Sequential reads reach up to 5000 MBps and writes up to 4000 MBps. Random performance hits 460000 IOPS read and 770000 IOPS write.

Thermals noise and power draw

The drive operates between 0°C and 85°C and survives storage temperatures from -40°C to 85°C. Active power averages 75mW while the sleep state draws only 5mW. With no moving parts the drive produces no audible noise during normal use. Endurance is rated at 300TB written and MTBF at 1750000 hours.

M.2 2280 build and daily fit

The single-sided M.2 2280 form factor slots directly into a compatible motherboard or laptop without cables or brackets. Shock resistance is rated at 1500G at 0.5 ms half sine for physical durability. Western Digital Dashboard software lets you monitor health and capacity. Acronis True Image for Western Digital is available for data migration.

How it compares

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

Price $118.99
Cheaper than about 67% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 500 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 5,000 MB/s
Higher than about 70% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $237.98 per TB
Pricier than about 68% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestern Digital
Product lineBlue SN5000 NVMe
Model nameWDS500G4B0E
Total capacity500 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 5,000 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 4,000 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 460,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 770,000 IOPS
Storage
Write endurance300 TB
Ports & slots
Interface typePCIe Gen4 16GT/s, up to 4 Lanes
Power
Idle power draw(Sleep) PS5: 5mW
Active power drawAverage Active Powe: 75mW
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Overall height2.38 mm
Overall width22 +/- 0.15 mm
Product depth80 +/- 0.15 mm
Product weight5.7g +/- 0.5g
Shipping weight0.06 kg
Package size127 × 102 × 23 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range32 °F to 185 °F (0 °C to 85 °C)
Storage temperature range-40 °F to 185 °F (-40 °C to 85 °C)
Max shock tolerance1,500G @0.5 ms half sine
Vibration toleranceOperating Vibration: 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz, 3 axes
Non-operating Vibration: 4.9 gRMS, 7-800 Hz, 3 axes
More details
Mean time between failures1,750,000 h

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Questions about this item

How do I install the M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 SSD in my laptop or desktop?

Insert the drive at an angle into the M.2 slot, press it flat, and secure it with the motherboard screw; the step often missed is confirming the BIOS detects the NVMe drive before cloning or installing the OS.

What maintenance or replacement will the 500GB WD Blue SN5000 need over its life?

No mechanical maintenance is required; the drive is rated for 300TB written and 1,750,000 hours MTBF, so replacement is only needed if you exceed the endurance limit or the drive fails.

What is the first performance limit I will hit during sustained heavy writes on this 500GB model?

After the nCache 4.0 SLC buffer fills, sequential write speed drops from the peak 4,000 MBps toward the native TLC rate, and the controller may throttle if the drive reaches 85°C.

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