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ADATA LEGEND 960 M.2 2280 1TB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive with DRAM CACHE Up to 7400 MB/s (SSD) ALEG-960-1TCS
- PCIe 4.0 x4: Ultra-fast interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol for supported desktop and notebook PCs
- 1TB Capacity: 3D NAND storage in a compact M.2 2280 form factor
- Sequential Read: Up to 7400 MB/s on PC and laptop systems, or up to 6400 MB/s on PS5
- Sequential Write: Up to 6800 MB/s for supported systems
- DRAM Cache: DRAM cache buffer and SLC caching support system loading and data caching
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Overview
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Overview
The ADATA LEGEND 960 is a 1TB internal solid state drive for consumer desktop and notebook PCs, with support for PS5 expanded storage. Its PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface, NVMe 1.4 protocol, DRAM cache and compact M.2 2280 form factor support creative workloads, gaming and everyday storage upgrades.
Key Features
- PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol
- Up to 7400 MB/s sequential read and up to 6800 MB/s sequential write
- DRAM cache buffer and SLC caching
- 3D NAND memory components with 1TB capacity
- Works with PS5 as expanded storage
- Advanced hardware LDPC ECC technology and AES 256-bit encryption support
Performance
Sequential performance reaches up to 7400 MB/s read and up to 6800 MB/s write. 4KB random performance reaches 730K read IOPS and 610K write IOPS. When used with PS5, sequential read performance is up to 6400 MB/s.
Design
The drive uses an M.2 2280 form factor. It measures 80 x 22 x 3.13mm with the heatsink and 80 x 22 x 2.15mm without the heatsink. Weight is 11g with the heatsink and 8g without it. The black heatsink features bronzing trimming and sandblasted surfaces.
Connectivity & Compatibility
The PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0. The drive supports the latest Intel and AMD platforms, desktop and notebook PCs, and works with PS5 as expanded storage.
Reliability & Durability
Operating temperature is 0°C ~ +70°C, and storage temperature is -40°C ~ +85°C. Maximum shock resistance is 1500G. The drive has an MTBF of 2,000,000 hours and a TBW rating of 780TB. LDPC ECC technology supports data accuracy, while AES 256-bit encryption supports file security.
Software & Tools
ADATA SSD Toolbox supports drive-health and remaining-life monitoring through S.M.A.R.T. attributes and provides information on operating temperature, capacity, total space used and firmware.
Specifications
- Brand: ADATA
- Series: LEGEND 960
- Model: ALEG-960-1TCS
- Device Type: Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Capacity: 1TB
- Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Memory Components: 3D NAND
- Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x4
- Protocol: NVMe 1.4
- Cache: DRAM
- Max Sequential Read: Up to 7400 MBps
- Max Sequential Write: Up to 6800 MBps
- 4KB Random Read: 730K
- 4KB Random Write: 610K
- Terabytes Written (TBW): 780TB
- MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
- Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ +70°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C ~ +85°C
- Max Shock Resistance: 1500G
- Controller: SMI SM2264
What's in the Box
Heatsink in package, uninstalled.
Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 5 years
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 5 years
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- Return for replacement within: 30 days
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Manufacturer Contact Info
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- Manufacturer Website
- Support Phone: 1-714-332-8708
- Support Email: service_usa@adata.com
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The ADATA LEGEND 960 is a 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD with DRAM cache and sequential speeds up to 7,400 MB/s read and 6,800 MB/s write, suited to PC users upgrading for fast gaming, apps, and everyday storage.
Recommended For
- PS5 owners expanding internal game storage who want a PCIe 4.0 drive that reviewers have tested in the console; check the installed heatsink’s fit and clearance before installation.
- PC gamers upgrading a Gen4 desktop or laptop drive for an operating system, applications, and game installs; PCWorld found strong benchmark results and fast real-world 48GB file transfers.
- Creators and other PC users who regularly open projects or move moderate-sized folders and want fast everyday file access; PCWorld’s 48GB transfer test showed strong results.
- Laptop owners replacing an M.2 2280 drive who need a single-sided 1TB SSD; PCWorld notes the 1TB version’s single-sided design can suit slim devices, subject to the laptop’s interface and clearance requirements.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- When a PS5 owner runs short on built-in space, they can install the LEGEND 960 in the console’s M.2 slot and keep more compatible games installed and ready to play. Reviews found it works as expanded PS5 storage, with game loading behaving as expected for a fast Gen4 SSD.
- When a PS5 player moves a large game between console storage and the LEGEND 960, testing found transfers could complete quickly—for example, TechRadar copied a roughly 100 GB game in about 79 seconds. Actual times vary with the game and console conditions.
- For a gaming PC, the LEGEND 960 can serve as the drive for a game library, helping games and levels load from fast NVMe storage. Its benchmark performance is strong, though reviews suggest everyday gameplay and loading are not necessarily distinguishable from other capable PCIe 4.0 SSDs.
- For creative work on a compatible desktop or laptop, it can hold project files and speed up routine asset loading and file transfers. It is a practical fit for regular creative workflows, but a 1TB drive may slow during exceptionally long, continuous writes such as dumping hundreds of gigabytes at once.
- In a compatible PC, users can install the operating system and frequently used applications on the LEGEND 960 for a responsive everyday storage setup. The benefit depends on the rest of the system and is most relevant when upgrading from slower storage; it does not guarantee faster performance in every task.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Consumer internal storage for gaming and desktop use, with stated compatibility with Sony PlayStation 5 |
| Capacity | 1 TB (1024 GB) |
| Interface And Form Factor | M.2 2280 internal SSD using PCIe 4.0 x4 and NVMe 1.4 |
| Memory And Cache | 3D NAND with DRAM cache |
| Read Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 7,400 MB/s read and 6,800 MB/s write; 4 KB random performance up to 730K read and 610K write |
| Endurance And Reliability | 780 TBW endurance rating and 2,000,000-hour MTBF |
| Included Accessories And Features | Heatsink included in the package, uninstalled; advanced hardware LDPC ECC technology |
| Operating Conditions And Shock Resistance | Operating temperature: 0°C to +70°C; storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C; maximum shock resistance: 1500G |
| Model Identifiers | ADATA LEGEND 960; model and part number ALEG-960-1TCS |