SSD M.2 2280 ADATA XPG Gammix S70 BLADE 1 TB PCIe Gen4x4, Read 7400 MB/s, Write 6400 MB/s

ADATA XPG GAMMIX S70 BLADE 1000 GB is an M.2 2280 NVMe SSD with a PCIe Gen4x4 interface that delivers high sequential performance of up to 7400 MB/s read and up to 6400 MB/s write. The drive is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 and comes with an aluminum high-temperature resistant heatsink that reduces operating temperatures and is suited for compact and thin devices such as laptops and small form-factor desktops.

Advantages

The SSD provides PCIe 4.0 speeds for faster data transfers and improved system responsiveness compared with PCIe 3.0 drives. A robust aluminum heatsink helps lower temperatures by up to 20 percent under load, supporting sustained performance. Built-in technologies such as Dynamic SLC Caching and DRAM Cache Buffer optimise throughput for demanding tasks, while LDPC error correction, End-to-End data protection, RAID Engine support, and AES 256-bit encryption ensure data integrity and security.

Suitable for

• Gaming PCs and gaming laptops requiring high sequential read/write speeds
• Video editing and rendering workstations handling large files
• Compact PCs and thin laptops with M.2 2280 slots
• Users who need encrypted storage and robust error correction

Key specifications

• Capacity: 1000 GB
• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe Gen4x4 (backward compatible with PCIe 3.0)
• Sequential read speed: up to 7400 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 6400 MB/s
• Heatsink: high-temperature resistant aluminum
• Error correction & security: LDPC, E2E Data Protection, RAID Engine, AES 256-bit Encryption

How to use

Install the M.2 2280 SSD into an available M.2 slot on a compatible motherboard or laptop following the device manufacturer’s instructions. Ensure the system supports PCIe NVMe drives and, if applicable, enable the M.2 slot in BIOS/UEFI. Fasten the drive with the M.2 mounting screw and, if needed, confirm the heatsink has sufficient clearance in the chassis. After installation, format the drive or restore an image, and install any vendor utilities or firmware updates recommended by ADATA for optimal performance.

Recommendations

For sustained heavy workloads, keep the drive in a system with adequate airflow to maximise the heatsink’s cooling effect. Regularly check for firmware updates from ADATA and use system-level encryption or the drive’s AES 256-bit feature where data security is required.