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Seagate Firecuda 520 500GB Performance Internal Solid State Drive SSD PCIe Gen4 X4 NVMe 1.3 for Gaming PC Gaming Laptop Desktop (ZP500GM3A002)

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  • Performance internal Solid State Drive: 2TB, 1TB, 500GB
  • Maximum sequential read and write speeds up to 5000MB/s and 4400MB/s
  • Mtbf of 1.8M hours and TBW of up to 2800TB, plus 3-year Rescue Service
  • Ideal for high-performance gaming PCs and creative Pro workstations
  • Migrate and clone data from old drives with ease using our free Seagate DiscWizard software tool
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    Seagate FireCuda 520 SSD
    FASTER GAMING WITH PCIE GEN4

    FireCuda 520 PCIe Gen4

    Unleash the speed of PCIe 4.0 with Seagate FireCuda 520 PCIe Gen4 SSD, the newest M.2 NVMe SSD built for pro-level gaming and nearly 45% faster than PCIe Gen3 M.2 NVMe SSD.

    Why choose FireCuda 520 SSD?

    Beyond Acceleration

    BEYOND ACCELERATION

    Upgrade to PCIe Gen4, with sequential read/writes up to 5000/4400MB/s.

    Instant Gaming

    INSTANT GAMING

    Plug-and-play solution that is compatible with the AMD X570 chipset and PCIe 4.0 motherboards.

    Enviable Endurance

    ENVIABLE ENDURANCE

    Take advantage of 1.8M hours MTBF and up to 3600TB TBW.

    Drive Health Monitoring

    DRIVE HEALTH MONITORING

    Use SeaTools to test and analyze the health of this fast flash drive.

    FireCuda 520 SSD Premium Hotspots

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    Product Description

    The slim, Fast Seagate Firecuda 520 PCIe Gen4 SSD is nearly 45% faster than PCIe Gen3 NVMe SSD. It provides plug-and-play compatibility with the latest generation of powerful AMD Ryzen processors as well as PCIe Gen4 motherboards, and delivers an extreme boost in performance with the latest 3D TLC NAND technology. Backwards compatible with PCIe 3.0 platforms. Perfect for pro-level gamers.

    Customer reviews

    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    12,185 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality and ease of installation of the drive. For example, they mention it's an excellent internal SSD, it slips in with no hassle, and it has a lot of space. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, heat sink, and value.

    AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

    237 customers mention227 positive10 negative

    Customers find the installation of the drive to be easy. They mention that it slips in with no hassle, and works perfectly. Some say that the upgrade was almost trivial. Overall, customers say that it's a great upgrade for their PS5.

    "...Worth the investment. Simplified understanding with design. Easy to install..." Read more

    "Works perfect and just slips in with no hassle after you remove the plates." Read more

    "...Easy to install:Sony gets points for this category as well for making it so simple to open and add/upgrade the SSD inside the PS5...." Read more

    "...This one costs $150. The upgrade was almost trivial, thanks to Youtube...." Read more

    188 customers mention145 positive43 negative

    Customers like the quality of the internal SSD. They say it is an excellent, solid drive with a lot of space. Customers also say it's a good quality piece of technology and works beautifully with the PS5. They say the drive is reliable, has respectable endurance, and provides excellent performance and storage for PS5.

    "...updated version he installed in his newer Ps5 model and Same great quality and speeds...." Read more

    "...Blazing fast and 4 TB of memory to top it off. You won't regret this purchase." Read more

    "I love it this gave me more storage space for games I play." Read more

    "...The factory Samsung 980 Pro already has bad blocks, and it had only been half a year before they started showing up...." Read more

    23 customers mention20 positive3 negative

    Customers like the size of the computer drive. For example, they mention it fits like a glove, has a small form factor, and is easy to install. Some appreciate the slim design and the fact that the heatsink isn't big and bulky. Some say that 8TB was the perfect size to store all their media files. Overall, most are happy with the size and capacity of the drive.

    "...It's easy to install, fits like a glove, and performs well in excess of what the PS5 requires...." Read more

    "...playing often even heavy games and this ssd is "facing the war" very comfortably...." Read more

    "...It is easy to install, format, and the PS5 settings are easy to apply...." Read more

    "...8TB was the perfect size to store all my media files that I do not need on my SSD drives." Read more

    10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the computer drive. They mention that it looks good, sexy, and gives their Alienware a little more bling.

    "Seagate 2tb ssd is simply the best. Love the new look, You'll be happy with your purchase. This is the second one in our home...." Read more

    "Love that it gives my Alienware a little more bling. Followed the other reviewers advice and got a sata to argb cable." Read more

    "...Screws in perfectly to fit into the ps5. Sturdy and great look with the heatsink...." Read more

    "This is a great m.2 SSD in both looks, and performance...." Read more

    236 customers mention159 positive77 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the hard drive. Some mention that it performs well, while others say that it stopped working on their PS5.

    "Works perfect and just slips in with no hassle after you remove the plates." Read more

    "...It's easy to install, fits like a glove, and performs well in excess of what the PS5 requires...." Read more

    "...The performance is not quite as good as the SN850X, but this is comparing a drag racer with a formula 1 car; they are both so much faster than..." Read more

    "Works great and fast in handheld" Read more

    147 customers mention102 positive45 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the computer drive. Some mention it's well worth the money, a solid NvME for the price, and a worthy addition to the venerable PS5. However, others say it'd be a better option for those looking for a cheaper option.

    "...2TB is the sweet spot 4me , but 4tb if U feel needed. Worth the investment. Simplified understanding with design. Easy to install..." Read more

    "...The WD Black SN850X had incredible performance for the price, but it would get over 70° C and be disconnected in the middle of large transfers...." Read more

    "...Boy does it deliver. The price tag is hefty on this SSD, but the performance is definitely top end...." Read more

    "...Its working fine now good speeds and is a sold hdd for the price" Read more

    39 customers mention27 positive12 negative

    Customers are mixed about the heat sink of the computer drive. Some mention that it has a built-in heat sink that runs reasonably cool, while others say that it needs a heatsink setup. Some customers also mention that the PCIe-4 can run hot and the drive will overheat if it does not have good air flow.

    "...am only running Firecuda 530s in every M.2 slot, and the temps are both consistent and cool...." Read more

    "...The FireCuda 530 has no overheating entries logged in SMART after 1200 hours of use despite being installed above the always warm and sometimes hot..." Read more

    "the drive will overheat if it does not have good air flow! i have mine in a 011 evo had to put it in the outside of my drive cage...." Read more

    "Inexpensive SATA III 7200 RPM 8 TB drive. Runs reasonably cool (35 degrees C)...." Read more

    17 customers mention10 positive7 negative

    Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the computer drive. Some mention that it's perfect for the PS5, while others say that it didn't appear in their BIOS.

    "...the SSD (including the heatsink it comes with) are a perfect match for the SSD expansion slot on the PS5. It fits like a glove (see pictures)...." Read more

    "So this thing does not appear in my bios, on top of that, my PC doesn't recognize it unless I have it plugged in from the start, but it never gets..." Read more

    "Works quick and seemless with the PS5." Read more

    "I bought a 2TB SSD M2 to replace my 1 TB, it's not compatible, here is why ........" Read more

    In the long run
    5 Stars
    In the long run
    Seagate 2tb ssd is simply the best. Love the new look, You'll be happy with your purchase. This is the second one in our home. I bought the fire cuda for my ol hefty Ps5 and well my son installed both etc. This new and updated version he installed in his newer Ps5 model and Same great quality and speeds. Great choice and in the long run, You'll thank Seagate Gaming for thier products and your self for purchase! 2TB is the sweet spot 4me , but 4tb if U feel needed. Worth the investment. Simplified understanding with design. Easy to install...
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2024
    Capacity: 2TBStyle: Game Drive PS5 NVMEVerified Purchase
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    5.0 out of 5 stars In the long run
    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2024
    Seagate 2tb ssd is simply the best. Love the new look, You'll be happy with your purchase. This is the second one in our home. I bought the fire cuda for my ol hefty Ps5 and well my son installed both etc. This new and updated version he installed in his newer Ps5 model and Same great quality and speeds. Great choice and in the long run, You'll thank Seagate Gaming for thier products and your self for purchase! 2TB is the sweet spot 4me , but 4tb if U feel needed. Worth the investment. Simplified understanding with design. Easy to install...
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2024
    Capacity: 2TBStyle: 530 w/ HeatsinkVerified Purchase
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022
    Capacity: 2TBStyle: 530 w/ HeatsinkVerified Purchase
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect match for the PS5
    Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022
    After researching various PCIe Gen4 SSDs for the PS5 (and discovering this drive had the most votes for "best performance" across multiple review/analysis sites) I decided to give it a shot, making sure to get the one with the included heatsink (important!) I was not disappointed, like WOW...

    For full disclosure, I purchased the 2TB SSD with the included heatsink.

    # Easy to install:

    Sony gets points for this category as well for making it so simple to open and add/upgrade the SSD inside the PS5. We simply slid off the white cover, removed the SSD expansion door/shield, and used the already included (with the PS5) hardware to fasten the SSD into the slot. The dimensions of the SSD (including the heatsink it comes with) are a perfect match for the SSD expansion slot on the PS5. It fits like a glove (see pictures). Then it was simply a matter of closing the expansion slot, replacing the cover, and booting up the PS5!

    # Setup:

    As soon as the PS5 booted up, it recognized the new SSD and gave me the option to "format" it (required to set it up to recognize the PS5's file system). The formatting process took about 20 seconds and then it was done! It was ready to use. You must make sure you go into the PS5's 'Storage' settings to make sure you designate your new drive as the installation location for new games, or specific content (if you want to use it that way, of course). Or you can simply transfer files to and from the SSD expansion at your leisure.

    # Performance:

    While this drive claims read speeds of around 7,300MB/s your mileage may vary on the PS5. The PS5 reported around 5,700MBs - but keep in mind this is not a limitation of the SSD but the data transfer subsystem of the PS5 itself. Rest assured, it's most likely the drive is capable of up 7,300MB/s on compatible hardware, and you can sleep easy knowing that its bandwidth capabilities are well in excess of what the PS5 needs to run at peak performance.

    I ran a test by copying Uncharted 4: A Thief's End (57GB of data) from the PS5 local storage to the new SSD. It took around ONE MINUTE to transfer! That's insane.

    I then installed the new Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves collection to this storage and benchmarked the performance/load times of the game, and they were on par with the PS5's local storage, loading up an entire level in just under 2 seconds!

    I've read that high performance SSDs like this one can even perform a little faster than the on-board SSD that came with the PS5, but, the performance of either drive (internal or expansion) is so fast already, the differences will be too subtle to notice. Especially on PS5 optimized games that load faster than the time it probably takes to start your stopwatch and benchmark.

    # Final Thoughts

    This SSD (with the included heatsink) is clearly designed with PS5 expansion in mind. If that is why you're looking at this SSD then I can strongly recommend it. It's easy to install, fits like a glove, and performs well in excess of what the PS5 requires. It has been going strong in my PS5 for 6 weeks now and I am extremely happy with this purchase.
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
    Capacity: 2TBStyle: 520NVerified Purchase
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    Bruno Pereira Rodrigues
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfeito
    Reviewed in Brazil on March 17, 2024
    Capacity: 2TBStyle: 530 w/ HeatsinkVerified Purchase
    Alejandro Flores
    5.0 out of 5 stars Funcionó muy bien para actualizar Surface 9 pro
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 13, 2024
    Capacity: 2TBStyle: 520NVerified Purchase
    Ironbug
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing For Steam Deck
    Reviewed in Canada on March 11, 2024
    Capacity: 2TBStyle: 520NVerified Purchase
    Paul F.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Performance and Reliability
    Reviewed in Canada on March 4, 2024
    Capacity: 1TBStyle: 530 w/ HeatsinkVerified Purchase
    Adrián Aguilar
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente expansión de memoria
    Reviewed in Mexico on February 5, 2024
    Capacity: 2TBStyle: Game Drive PS5 NVMEVerified Purchase