Intel 520
C · Mid-range SATA III SATA 2.5" 128GB, 250GB, 180GB
The Intel 520 is a mid-range SATA III drive, DRAM-less (HMB), offered in 128GB, 250GB, 180GB.
Specifications
InterfaceSATA III
Form factorSATA 2.5"
ControllerLSI SandForce SF-2281
NANDMLC
CacheDRAM-less (HMB)
Max sequential550 / 520 MB/s
Endurance36 TBW · 0.164 DWPD
Warranty5 years
Released2012
Capacities & endurance
| Capacity | Read MB/s | Write MB/s | TBW | DWPD | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120GB | 550 | 520 | 36 | 0.164 | 5 |
| 180GB | 550 | 520 | 36 | 0.11 | 5 |
| 240GB | 550 | 520 | 36 | 0.082 | 5 |
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Ratings and tier are from the community SSD database (Gabriel Ferraz / borecraft). Independent testing and open reliability data are being layered in.