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AData Legend 860 PCIe 500GB Gen4 x4 M.2 2280 SSD Internal Solid State Drive Model SLEG-860-500GCS 6,000 MB/s
- Product Specs
- CAPACITY: 500GB
- INTERFACE TYPE: PCIe Gen4 x4
- FORM FACTOR: M.2 2280
- Read speed: 6,000 MB/s Write speed: 5,000 MB/s
- WARRANTY: 3 years manufacturers warranty
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The ADATA LEGEND 860 is a 500GB PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD with sequential speeds up to 6,000 MB/s read and 5,000 MB/s write, suited to PC users seeking a fast storage upgrade or additional PS5 storage.
Recommended For
- PS5 owners who want a 500GB internal expansion for a smaller set of frequently played games; ADATA lists the LEGEND 860 as PS5-compatible.
- PC gamers adding a secondary M.2 drive for games and applications, where quick reads and ordinary installs matter more than sustained, very large writes.
- PC users replacing a slower system drive for everyday apps and office files, especially when their typical transfers are smaller than the drive’s SLC cache.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- Adding M.2 storage to a PS5: install the LEGEND 860 in the console’s expansion slot to make room for more games; ADATA lists the drive as PS5-compatible, and the 500GB model provides a modest expansion rather than a large game archive.
- Keeping a PC game library on a secondary drive: use it for installed games and their updates; testing of the 500GB model included copying a mixed-size game folder, and its fast reads suit loading stored game data.
- Upgrading a PC’s system drive: put Windows and everyday apps on the SSD for responsive routine use; testing of the 500GB model found quick small-file and mixed-file copying, though the 500GB capacity leaves less room for a large app and game collection.
- Moving ordinary project files or batches of photos: use it for regular creator workflows and file transfers; benchmarked copying of large files and program folders was quick, but very large, continuous writes can slow after the drive’s write cache fills.
- Copying a very large video archive or running repeated backup writes: the drive can handle routine transfers, but a 500GB-model test found write speeds dropped after about 173GB of continuous writing, so long transfers may take longer once its cache is exhausted.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Consumer internal-storage upgrades for PCs and laptops, including Sony PlayStation 5 storage expansion |
| Capacity | 500 GB of solid-state storage |
| Interface And Form Factor | M.2 2280 drive using PCIe 4.0 x4, with NVMe 1.4 support |
| Read And Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 6,000 MB/s read and 5,000 MB/s write |
| Memory And Caching | 3D NAND with no DRAM; supports Host Memory Buffer (HMB), SLC caching, and LDPC error correction |
| Endurance And Reliability | Rated for 160 TBW with a 2,000,000-hour MTBF |
| Thermal And Operating Conditions | Includes a heatsink; operating temperature 0°C to +70°C and storage temperature −40°C to +85°C |
| Model Identifiers | ADATA LEGEND 860; model and part number SLEG-860-500GCS |
Reference Q&A
Q: ADATA LEGEND 860 500GB or WD_BLACK SN770 500GB—which should I choose?
A: Choose the LEGEND 860 if its included heatsink suits your system and you want a drive sold as PS5-compatible. Choose the SN770 if its higher rated sequential write speed or endurance is more important: WD rates the 500GB SN770 at up to 5,000/4,000 MB/s read/write and 300 TBW, while ADATA rates the 500GB LEGEND 860 at up to 5,000/3,000 MB/s and 160 TBW. These are manufacturer ratings, not a guarantee of identical real-world performance.
Q: Is the 500GB LEGEND 860 as fast as the 1TB version?
A: No. ADATA’s datasheet rates the 500GB model at up to 5,000 MB/s read and 3,000 MB/s write; the 1TB model is rated at up to 6,000/4,000 MB/s. Choose 500GB for a lower-capacity installation; choose 1TB if you need more space and want the higher published sequential speeds. The Newegg listing’s 6,000/5,000 MB/s figures do not match ADATA’s published ratings for the 500GB capacity.
Q: Is the 500GB LEGEND 860 a good fit for a PS5?
A: ADATA identifies the LEGEND 860 as PS5-compatible, and the drive’s M.2 2280 format and heatsink dimensions are listed by ADATA for PS5 use. However, ADATA lists 5,000 MB/s read speed for the 500GB model, below Sony’s recommended 5,500 MB/s. Choose it only if you are comfortable with that difference and verify the heatsink clearance for your console model; for a closer match to Sony’s speed recommendation, compare drives rated at 5,500 MB/s or higher.
Q: Should I choose the 500GB or 1TB LEGEND 860 for large file transfers?
A: Choose the 1TB model if you regularly move large files or want more free space: ADATA rates it at up to 6,000/4,000 MB/s read/write, compared with 5,000/3,000 MB/s for the 500GB model. These are peak sequential ratings; actual transfer speeds depend on the workload and system. For ordinary storage needs where 500GB is enough, the smaller model remains the capacity-focused option.
Q: Is the ADATA LEGEND 860 compatible with a PS5?
A: The product information lists PS5 support. It is a PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 2280 drive with a heatsink; confirm the console’s installation and clearance requirements before buying.
Q: Will this SSD fit in my laptop or desktop?
A: It is an M.2 2280 NVMe drive, so the device needs a compatible M.2 PCIe NVMe slot and enough physical clearance for the included heatsink. Check the computer’s manual or specifications before purchase; the form factor alone does not guarantee compatibility.
Q: Does this SSD come with a heatsink?
A: Yes. The product specifications list a heatsink. Before installing it in a laptop or other compact device, check whether the heatsink will clear the enclosure or the device’s own thermal cover.
Q: Is 500GB enough for games and everyday use?
A: The 500GB capacity can hold an operating system, applications, and some games, but available space will be limited if you keep many large games or files installed. Choose capacity based on what you plan to store and how often you can remove or move files.
Q: Is the 500GB Legend 860 suitable as a secondary drive for games and everyday files?
A: It can suit that role if 500GB is enough for your games and files. Reddit users discuss the Legend 860 for game storage and as secondary storage for office files. The listed model is an M.2 2280 NVMe drive; check that your computer has a compatible M.2 slot.
Q: Is the Legend 860 a sensible SSD for a first PC build?
A: It may fit a build with a compatible M.2 NVMe slot, but consider the 500GB capacity, 160TBW rating, DRAM-less HMB design, and three-year warranty when choosing a primary drive. A Reddit discussion questions its suitability as an OS drive, but the provided specifications do not identify the NAND type, so that discussion alone does not establish its flash type or lifespan.
Q: Should I choose the Legend 860 if it costs the same as a higher-end SSD?
A: Compare the exact models, capacity, warranty, and endurance rather than choosing by the advertised sequential speeds alone. The supplied specs list up to 6,000/5,000 MB/s read/write, 160TBW, and a three-year warranty for this 500GB model. Reddit users have raised this kind of same-price comparison, but the discussion does not provide enough technical evidence to establish which drive is the better value.