Micron 5300 PRO 480GB M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s Internal SSD

Overview

The Micron MTFDDAV480TGA-1BC1ZABYYR is a 480 GB internal solid state drive designed to fit into an M.2 2280 slot and operate over a SATA 6 Gb/s interface. It delivers sequential read speeds up to 540 MB/s and write speeds up to 520 MB/s, making it a solid choice for enterprise environments that require fast, reliable storage. Built with 96-layer 3D TLC NAND, this SSD balances high storage density with consistent, low-latency access, ideal for workloads that demand steady performance.

Key features

• Storage capacity tailored for enterprise boot drives, virtual machine libraries, and database query stores
• Compatibility with a wide range of systems thanks to the M.2 2280 form factor and SATA 6 Gb/s interface
• High sequential and random performance that reduces wait times during data access and processing
• Endurance rating supporting 1.5 drive writes per day over a five-year span, ensuring durability under heavy workloads
• Power loss protection safeguards data integrity during unexpected shutdowns
• Adaptive thermal monitoring that maintains drive health by managing temperature-related performance throttling
• Long mean time to failure of three million hours, minimizing the risk of sudden hardware issues
• Backed by a five-year limited warranty for added peace of mind and simplified maintenance planning

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 480 GB
• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
• Sequential read speed: up to 540 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 520 MB/s
• Random read IOPS: approximately 95,000
• Random write IOPS: approximately 37,000
• Endurance: 1.5 drive writes per day for five years
• NAND type: 96-layer 3D TLC
• Mean time to failure: 3,000,000 hours
• Warranty: five-year limited

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD uses the SATA 6 Gb/s interface, which is widely supported across many enterprise and consumer motherboards. Its M.2 2280 form factor fits into standard M.2 slots designed for SATA drives, making it a straightforward upgrade for systems that require reliable, fast storage without switching to NVMe protocols. This compatibility ensures it works well in server boot volumes, edge appliances, and virtual machine storage setups.

Performance and reliability

The drive’s performance profile suits environments where read-heavy workloads demand consistent response times. Its endurance rating supports frequent data writes, such as image updates and log storage, without compromising longevity. Power loss protection helps prevent data corruption during unexpected outages, while adaptive thermal monitoring keeps the drive operating within safe temperature ranges to avoid premature wear.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD fits well in enterprise settings that require dependable boot drives or fast access to virtual machine libraries and databases. It is a strong choice for IT teams managing infrastructure that depends on predictable storage performance and durability. The combination of SATA compatibility and solid endurance makes it suitable for edge computing devices that stream data back to central servers, as well as for general-purpose enterprise storage roles.