80

MP700 PRO 2TB SSD

PCIe 5.0 x4 · M.2 2280 · 2TB · TLC

$230

MSRP

55

SA510 1TB SSD

SATA III · 2.5-inch · 1TB · TLC

$50

MSRP

Our verdict

The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD takes the performance lead with a 45% higher overall score, driven by its more shader cores, more of memory, and higher TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 0% more frames per second across demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2.

However, the SA510 1TB SSD tells a compelling value story. At $50 versus the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD's $230 price tag, it costs 360% less while delivering performance that's only 45% behind. Its of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.

Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the SA510 1TB SSD is the smarter purchase. The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.

Performance winner

MP700 PRO 2TB SSD

45% faster overall

Best value for money

SA510 1TB SSD

47% better value per dollar

MP700 PRO 2TB SSD best for

Raw performance

45% faster overall

Endurance

Endurance TBW
1,400 TB
400 TB
Warranty
5 years
5 years

Performance

Sequential Read
14,000 MB/s
560 MB/s
Sequential Write
12,000 MB/s
520 MB/s
Random Read 4K IOPS
1,700,000 IOPS
90,000 IOPS
Random Write 4K IOPS
1,500,000 IOPS
82,000 IOPS

Power

Active Power
10.0W
2.0W

Storage

Capacity
2,048 GB
1,024 GB
Interface
PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe
SATA III
Form Factor
M.2 2280
2.5-inch
NAND Type
TLC
TLC
Controller
Phison E26
WD Custom
DRAM Cache
Yes
No

Value

Price per TB
$115/TB
$50/TB

Frequently asked questions

Is the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD worth $180 more than the SA510 1TB SSD?

It depends on your needs. The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD scores 80 overall vs 55 for the SA510 1TB SSD. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the SA510 1TB SSD offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD or SA510 1TB SSD?

The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the SA510 1TB SSD still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the SA510 1TB SSD handle 4K gaming?

The SA510 1TB SSD can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD or SA510 1TB SSD?

Choose the SA510 1TB SSD if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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