HIKSEMI WAVE 512GB NVMe SSD – PCIe 3.0 M.2 2280
The HIKSEMI WAVE(P) 512GB is a PCIe 3.0 NVMe solid-state drive in the M.2 2280 form factor, offering twice the storage capacity of the 256GB variant while retaining the same slim, cableless design. It suits students, home users, and general-purpose PC builders who need enough space for an operating system, productivity applications, and a growing media or gaming library. Furthermore, its broad compatibility covers most modern laptops and desktop motherboards fitted with an M.2 slot.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | HIKSEMI HS-SSD-WAVE(P) 512G |
| Capacity | 512GB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe |
| Storage Medium | 3D NAND |
| Sequential Read | Up to 2,230 MB/s |
| Sequential Write | Up to 2,000 MB/s |
| Random Read (4K) | Up to 460,000 IOPS |
| Random Write (4K) | Up to 335,000 IOPS |
| Max Power Consumption | 2.2W |
| Endurance (TBW) | 120 TBW |
| MTBF | 1,500,000 hours |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Weight | ≤7g |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Use Cases & Applications
Primary System Drive for Laptops and Desktops At 512GB, this drive comfortably accommodates Windows 11, a full productivity suite, and a broad library of installed applications, while retaining meaningful free space. Additionally, the M.2 2280 form factor makes it a straightforward drop-in replacement for factory-fitted SATA or slower NVMe drives in most consumer laptops.
Gaming Storage Casual and mid-range gamers will find 512GB sufficient for a rotating selection of titles alongside their OS installation. The HIKSEMI WAVE 512GB NVMe reduces in-game loading screens compared to SATA alternatives, however users with very large game libraries may wish to supplement it with secondary storage.
Content Creation and Media Workflows Video editors, photographers, and designers working with moderate file volumes benefit from the 2,000 MB/s write speed when exporting project files or duplicating large assets. Furthermore, the 120 TBW endurance rating supports repeated write cycles over a multi-year editing workflow.
Office and Educational Environments For everyday computing involving document management, browser-based applications, and cloud storage sync, the WAVE(P) 512GB provides a reliable and energy-efficient storage solution. The low 2.2W power consumption also makes it a practical choice for fanless or thin-and-light laptops used in professional settings.
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For official product documentation and technical resources, visit HIKSEMI.
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