The LEGEND 970 PRO, a new PCIe Gen5 x4 M.2 2280 SSD that delivers several improvements over the original, including being the first PCIe Gen5 SSD on the market to feature a micro-fan that is powered directly through the M.2 slot, is coming soon, ADATA has announced. The original model, which was launched in July 2023, features maximum sequential read/write speeds of 10,000/10,000 MB/s, while this newer PRO model advertises speeds of up to 14,000 MB/s.
Key features include:
- PCIe Gen5 x4 transmission interface
- Up to 14,000/11,000MB/s sequential read/write speed
- Dual-layer aluminum alloy and fan forms an active air cooling system
- Compared with a fanless heat sink, temperatures significantly reduced by 20%
- 4TB capacity
- Active cooling is powered directly from the M.2 slot, no additional charging cable needed
- Operates long-term without slowing down or crashing
- Supports latest Intel and AMD platforms
- 5-year warranty
A visual breakdown of features:
ADATA on its cooling solution:
The LEGEND 970 PRO utilizes a double-layered aluminum heatsink designed with integral air ducts to divert hot and cold air while the built-in micro-fan accelerates heat discharge. This revolutionary active cooling architecture precipitates a compact form factor that supports installation in tight spaces and allows the LEGEND 970 PRO to be used in systems where oversized bulky heatsinks cannot. In addition, the LEGEND 970 PRO is the only actively cooled SSD on the market that draws fan power from the M.2 slot, eliminating the clutter and hassle of an additional power cable.