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.
520 SSD specifications
This Intel 520 SSD spec sheet covers rated SSD speed, DRAM-less design, MLC NAND type, controller, capacity-specific part numbers, TBW endurance. Values are shown only where they are recorded in the source data.
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 | Part number | Read MB/s | Write MB/s | TBW | DWPD | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120GB | SSDS2CW120A3 | 550 | 520 | 36 | 0.164 | 5 |
| 180GB | SSDS2CW180A3 | 550 | 520 | 36 | 0.11 | 5 |
| 240GB | SSDS2CW240A3 | 550 | 520 | 36 | 0.082 | 5 |