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Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E vs MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

2 TB · M.2 2280 single-sided without heatsink · AG470E2TB

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E 2 TB M.2 2280 SSD, angled view of the labelled single-sided module
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Exact model & source notes

GIGABYTE's AORUS Gen4 7000E is a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe 1.4 SSD in a single-sided M.2 2280 module. The 2 TB version is rated up to 7,100 MB/s read and 6,500 MB/s write, uses 3D TLC NAND with Host Memory Buffer caching instead of an external DRAM cache, and has a 5-year or 1,400 TB limited warranty.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS
DRAM cache presentNoYes
Drive management softwareGIGABYTE SSD ToolboxMSI Center
7,100 MB/sRated sequential read7,400 MB/s
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THE CONTENDER

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

2 TB · PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 without heatsink

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 2 TB M.2 2280 SSD, upright angled view showing the 2 TB label
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Exact model & source notes

MSI's SPATIUM M480 PRO is a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe 1.4 SSD in a 2.15 mm M.2 2280 module. The 2 TB version is rated up to 7,400 MB/s read and 7,000 MB/s write, uses a Phison E18 controller with 2 GB of DDR4 cache, and has a 5-year or 1,400 TB limited warranty.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
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  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE8 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 08

DRAM cache present

Compare the exact DRAM capacity and cache configuration. Onboard DRAM is a separate specification from a write buffer; neither is a measured performance or reliability rating.

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENo

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists 'External DDR Cache' as N/A and states HMB support. Host memory buffering is not onboard DRAM.

Source 1
MSI SPATIUM M480 PROYes

Manufacturer specification

Source 1
Explore the full specifications

Check the connection before the capacity. M.2 NVMe modules and 2.5-inch SATA drives are not interchangeable. Check the host’s protocol, slot or bay, power connection and clearance. Rated speeds use different test systems; we do not turn them into a speed score or overall winner.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

7 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. All are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

DRAM cache present

In Visual facts
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENo
MSI SPATIUM M480 PROYes
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists 'External DDR Cache' as N/A and states HMB support. Host memory buffering is not onboard DRAM.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)

Compare the exact DRAM capacity and cache configuration. Onboard DRAM is a separate specification from a write buffer; neither is a measured performance or reliability rating.

Drive management software

In Visual facts
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000EGIGABYTE SSD Toolbox
MSI SPATIUM M480 PROMSI Center
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE's overview says its SSD Tool Box shows SSD status, model name, firmware version, health condition and sensor temperature and can clear all data with Secure Erase; it notes that SSD Tool Box functions may vary by model. The warranty terms use its SMART page for NVMe Percentage Used. The overview also has a GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC) section describing GCC as unified software for GIGABYTE supported products.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official UK specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official US specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI: monitors SSD health status and key performance metrics in real time.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Check the software, operating-system and licence requirements. An available feature does not establish a measured speed improvement or support on every host.

Rated performance and conditions

In Visual facts
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000EUp to 7,100 MB/s sequential read; up to 6,500 MB/s sequential write
MSI SPATIUM M480 PROUp to 7400 MB/s sequential read; up to 7000 MB/s sequential write
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE internal testing with CrystalDiskMark and IOmeter 1.1.0; the test platform varies by model. Firmware, host hardware and configuration affect results. GIGABYTE does not list a post-cache write speed.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to claims measured as a secondary drive on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X / MSI MEG X670E ACE / 32 GB DDR5-4800 / Windows 11 Pro 22H2 with CrystalDiskMark 8.04c, ATTO Disk Benchmark 4.01.0f1 and IOmeter 1.1.0. MSI does not list a post-cache write speed. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; sequential read is a single 7400 MB/s value for all capacities, and the 2TB sequential write value is the second column (1TB: 6000; 4TB: 7000).

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Manufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.

Rated sequential read

In Visual facts
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E7100 MB/s
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO7400 MB/s
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE internal testing with CrystalDiskMark and IOmeter 1.1.0; the test platform varies by model. Firmware, host hardware and configuration affect results. GIGABYTE does not list a post-cache write speed.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to claims measured as a secondary drive on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X / MSI MEG X670E ACE / 32 GB DDR5-4800 / Windows 11 Pro 22H2 with CrystalDiskMark 8.04c, ATTO Disk Benchmark 4.01.0f1 and IOmeter 1.1.0. MSI does not list a post-cache write speed.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Manufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.

Rated sequential write

In Visual facts
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E6500 MB/s
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO7000 MB/s
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE internal testing with CrystalDiskMark and IOmeter 1.1.0; the test platform varies by model. Firmware, host hardware and configuration affect results. GIGABYTE does not list a post-cache write speed.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to claims measured as a secondary drive on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X / MSI MEG X670E ACE / 32 GB DDR5-4800 / Windows 11 Pro 22H2 with CrystalDiskMark 8.04c, ATTO Disk Benchmark 4.01.0f1 and IOmeter 1.1.0. MSI does not list a post-cache write speed. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB value is the second column (1TB: 6000; 4TB: 7000).

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Manufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.

Warranty terms and endurance if applicable

In Visual facts
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E5 years or 1400 TB written, whichever comes first; coverage also ends when NVMe 'Percentage Used' (SMART ID 05) in GIGABYTE SSD Toolbox reaches 100; limited-warranty terms apply
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO5 years or 1400 TB written, whichever comes first; limited-warranty terms apply
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · TBW is evaluated by the JEDEC workload standard. GIGABYTE's specification page: a new unused drive shows a Percentage Used value of 0.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official UK specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official US specification page

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Published power conditions

In Visual facts
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E5.52 W maximum operating (read); 6.02 W maximum operating (write)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO10.5 W maximum operating; 45 mW PS3 idle; 3 mW L1.2
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE's 2TB specification table lists 'R : 5.52W; W : 6.02W' for maximum operating power; no idle or low-power-state figures and no power-test conditions are listed. The data sheet and overview call the drive 'Energy-efficient' without further figures.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official UK specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official US specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · 2 TB column; APST (Autonomous Power State Transition) supported. Measured on MSI's stated test system; not a constant everyday load. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB maximum operating power (10.5 W) and PS3 idle (45 mW) are the second column (1TB: 9.5 W, 40 mW; 4TB: 11.3 W, 50 mW), while L1.2 is a single 3 mW value for all capacities.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

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Small physical differences (1)

Drive dimensions

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E80 × 22 × 2.3 mm
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO80 × 22 × 2.15 mm
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Single-sided bare module without heatsink.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Length × width × height of the bare module, all capacities.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (13)

Module sides

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ESingle-sided
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRONot verified
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Check the host's clearance for this module configuration.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cache arrangement

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000EHost Memory Buffer (HMB)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRONot verified
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists 'External DDR Cache' as N/A and states HMB support. GIGABYTE's overview says HMB lets the SSD use some of the PC's system DRAM instead of bringing its own, and that the HMB feature is only supported by Windows 10 & 11.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

DRAM cache capacity

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENot verified
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO2 GB
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded for this side.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · 2 GB DDR4 for the 2 TB model (1 TB: 1 GB; 4 TB: 2 GB). The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB value is the second column.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

NAND type

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E3D TLC
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRONot verified
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE's overview describes selected high-speed 3D TLC NAND flash at 2400+ MT/s.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

MSI lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type · Manufacturer specification

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Hardware encryption support

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENot verified
MSI SPATIUM M480 PROAES-256; TCG Pyrite
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded for this side.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Listed as 'AES256/Pyrite (Encryption, Data Security)'. Listed security capabilities do not mean encryption is enabled or supported by every host.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated random 4K read

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENot verified
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO1000000 IOPS
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded for this side.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to 4 KB claim for 2 TB; queue depth not stated. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB value is the second column (1TB: 750,000; 4TB: 1,000,000).

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated random 4K write

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENot verified
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO1000000 IOPS
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded for this side.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to 4 KB claim for all capacities; queue depth not stated.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Error correction support

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENot verified
MSI SPATIUM M480 PROLDPC ECC; end-to-end data path protection
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer MTBF rating

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E1,600,000 hours
MSI SPATIUM M480 PROUp to 1,600,000 hours
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Statistical manufacturer claim, not individual lifespan or guaranteed operating time.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Statistical manufacturer claim, not individual lifespan or guaranteed operating time.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.

Listed NAND management features

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000EOver-provisioning
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRONot verified
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE's overview says the drive supports TRIM, SMART and Over-Provision technologies; TRIM and S.M.A.R.T. are recorded separately.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Operating temperature

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENot verified
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO0–70 °C
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded for this side.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer operating range; not a measured temperature under a particular workload.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Storage temperature

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000ENot verified
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO−40–85 °C
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded for this side.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Non-operating range, distinct from operation.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

10 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

What it brings

  • Rated up to 7,100 MB/s sequential read and 6,500 MB/s sequential write at 2 TB over PCIe 4.0 x4.
    Manufacturer source
  • A thin 2.3 mm single-sided module with 3D TLC NAND and a 5-year limited warranty covering up to 1,400 TB written.
    Manufacturer source

What to check

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

What it brings

  • Rated up to 7,400 MB/s sequential read, 7,000 MB/s sequential write and 1 million random 4K read and write IOPS at 2 TB.
    Manufacturer source
  • Lists a Phison E18 controller, 2 GB DDR4 DRAM cache, LDPC ECC, end-to-end data path protection and AES-256/Pyrite security support.
    Manufacturer source
  • The 5-year limited warranty covers up to 1,400 TB written at 2 TB, and MSI Center reports drive health.
    Manufacturer source

What to check

  • MSI lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type, and gives no post-cache write speed.
    Manufacturer source
  • Maximum operating power is 10.5 W at 2 TB, and this version has no heatsink.
    Manufacturer source
COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
31 of 31 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E and MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO
SpecificationGigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000EMSI SPATIUM M480 PRO
Capacity
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · 1 GB = 1 billion bytes; actual usable capacity may vary.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed 2 TB capacity; formatted usable space is lower.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
2000 GB2000 GB
SSD / HDD
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
SSDSSD
Interface and version
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Match the host interface and available lanes; interface generation is not measured application performance.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official UK specification page
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI lists compatibility with PCIe Gen4, Gen3, Gen2 and Gen1 hosts.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
PCIe 4.0 x4; NVMePCIe 4.0 x4; NVMe
Form factor
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
M.2 2280M.2 2280
Drive dimensionsDifferent
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Single-sided bare module without heatsink.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Length × width × height of the bare module, all capacities.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
80 × 22 × 2.3 mm80 × 22 × 2.15 mm
Module sides
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Check the host's clearance for this module configuration.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

No source recorded.

Single-sidedNot provided
Factory heatsink
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists a 2.3 mm single-sided bare module and no heatsink.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists a 2.15 mm-high bare module and no heatsink for this product.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
NoNo
Rated performance and conditionsDifferent
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE internal testing with CrystalDiskMark and IOmeter 1.1.0; the test platform varies by model. Firmware, host hardware and configuration affect results. GIGABYTE does not list a post-cache write speed.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to claims measured as a secondary drive on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X / MSI MEG X670E ACE / 32 GB DDR5-4800 / Windows 11 Pro 22H2 with CrystalDiskMark 8.04c, ATTO Disk Benchmark 4.01.0f1 and IOmeter 1.1.0. MSI does not list a post-cache write speed. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; sequential read is a single 7400 MB/s value for all capacities, and the 2TB sequential write value is the second column (1TB: 6000; 4TB: 7000).

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
Up to 7,100 MB/s sequential read; up to 6,500 MB/s sequential writeUp to 7400 MB/s sequential read; up to 7000 MB/s sequential write
Rated sequential readDifferent
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE internal testing with CrystalDiskMark and IOmeter 1.1.0; the test platform varies by model. Firmware, host hardware and configuration affect results. GIGABYTE does not list a post-cache write speed.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to claims measured as a secondary drive on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X / MSI MEG X670E ACE / 32 GB DDR5-4800 / Windows 11 Pro 22H2 with CrystalDiskMark 8.04c, ATTO Disk Benchmark 4.01.0f1 and IOmeter 1.1.0. MSI does not list a post-cache write speed.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
7100 MB/s7400 MB/s
Rated sequential writeDifferent
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE internal testing with CrystalDiskMark and IOmeter 1.1.0; the test platform varies by model. Firmware, host hardware and configuration affect results. GIGABYTE does not list a post-cache write speed.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to claims measured as a secondary drive on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X / MSI MEG X670E ACE / 32 GB DDR5-4800 / Windows 11 Pro 22H2 with CrystalDiskMark 8.04c, ATTO Disk Benchmark 4.01.0f1 and IOmeter 1.1.0. MSI does not list a post-cache write speed. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB value is the second column (1TB: 6000; 4TB: 7000).

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
6500 MB/s7000 MB/s
Rated random 4K read
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to 4 KB claim for 2 TB; queue depth not stated. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB value is the second column (1TB: 750,000; 4TB: 1,000,000).

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
Not provided1000000 IOPS
Rated random 4K write
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI up-to 4 KB claim for all capacities; queue depth not stated.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
Not provided1000000 IOPS
NAND type
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE's overview describes selected high-speed 3D TLC NAND flash at 2400+ MT/s.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

MSI lists 3D NAND without stating the cell type · Manufacturer specification

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
3D TLCNot listed by the manufacturer
Cache arrangement
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists 'External DDR Cache' as N/A and states HMB support. GIGABYTE's overview says HMB lets the SSD use some of the PC's system DRAM instead of bringing its own, and that the HMB feature is only supported by Windows 10 & 11.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

No source recorded.

Host Memory Buffer (HMB)Not provided
DRAM cache presentDifferent
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists 'External DDR Cache' as N/A and states HMB support. Host memory buffering is not onboard DRAM.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
NoYes
Listed NAND management features
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE's overview says the drive supports TRIM, SMART and Over-Provision technologies; TRIM and S.M.A.R.T. are recorded separately.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

No source recorded.

Over-provisioningNot provided
Controller
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded.

Not providedPhison E18
DRAM cache capacity
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · 2 GB DDR4 for the 2 TB model (1 TB: 1 GB; 4 TB: 2 GB). The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB value is the second column.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
Not provided2 GB
Warranty terms and endurance if applicableDifferent
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · TBW is evaluated by the JEDEC workload standard. GIGABYTE's specification page: a new unused drive shows a Percentage Used value of 0.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official UK specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official US specification page
5 years or 1400 TB written, whichever comes first; coverage also ends when NVMe 'Percentage Used' (SMART ID 05) in GIGABYTE SSD Toolbox reaches 100; limited-warranty terms apply5 years or 1400 TB written, whichever comes first; limited-warranty terms apply
Limited warranty time
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Time limit, not a lifespan prediction. Coverage also ends at the TBW threshold or when NVMe 'Percentage Used' (SMART ID 05) reaches 100; eligibility and full terms apply.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official UK specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official US specification page
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Time limit, not a lifespan prediction. Coverage also ends at the TBW threshold; eligibility and full terms apply.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
5 years5 years
Warranty write threshold
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · The data sheet lists 3000TB, 1400TB and 700TB in the same order as its 4000 GB, 2000 GB and 1000 GB columns; 1400 TB is the 2 TB value. Evaluated by the JEDEC workload standard; not a guaranteed failure point.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · 2 TB value (1 TB: 700; 4 TB: 3000); not a guaranteed failure point. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB value is the second column.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
1400 TB1400 TB
Manufacturer MTBF rating
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Statistical manufacturer claim, not individual lifespan or guaranteed operating time.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Statistical manufacturer claim, not individual lifespan or guaranteed operating time.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
1,600,000 hoursUp to 1,600,000 hours
TRIM support
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capability; operating-system support is also required.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer requires operating-system support.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
YesYes
S.M.A.R.T. support
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer monitoring capability, not a remaining-lifespan guarantee.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer monitoring capability, not a remaining-lifespan guarantee.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
YesYes
Drive management softwareDifferent
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE's overview says its SSD Tool Box shows SSD status, model name, firmware version, health condition and sensor temperature and can clear all data with Secure Erase; it notes that SSD Tool Box functions may vary by model. The warranty terms use its SMART page for NVMe Percentage Used. The overview also has a GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC) section describing GCC as unified software for GIGABYTE supported products.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official UK specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official US specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · MSI: monitors SSD health status and key performance metrics in real time.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
GIGABYTE SSD ToolboxMSI Center
Hardware encryption support
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Listed as 'AES256/Pyrite (Encryption, Data Security)'. Listed security capabilities do not mean encryption is enabled or supported by every host.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
Not providedAES-256; TCG Pyrite
Error correction support
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded.

Not providedLDPC ECC; end-to-end data path protection
Published power conditionsDifferent
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

Manufacturer specification · GIGABYTE's 2TB specification table lists 'R : 5.52W; W : 6.02W' for maximum operating power; no idle or low-power-state figures and no power-test conditions are listed. The data sheet and overview call the drive 'Energy-efficient' without further figures.

GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD data sheet (EDM, all capacities)GIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official UK specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB (AG470E2TB) — official US specification pageGIGABYTE AORUS Gen4 7000E SSD 2TB — official UK product overview (key features)
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · 2 TB column; APST (Autonomous Power State Transition) supported. Measured on MSI's stated test system; not a constant everyday load. The data sheet lists 1TB, 2TB and 4TB columns in that order; the 2TB maximum operating power (10.5 W) and PS3 idle (45 mW) are the second column (1TB: 9.5 W, 40 mW; 4TB: 11.3 W, 50 mW), while L1.2 is a single 3 mW value for all capacities.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
5.52 W maximum operating (read); 6.02 W maximum operating (write)10.5 W maximum operating; 45 mW PS3 idle; 3 mW L1.2
Operating temperature
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer operating range; not a measured temperature under a particular workload.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
Not provided0–70 °C
Storage temperature
Sources
Gigabyte AORUS Gen4 7000E

No source recorded.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO

Manufacturer specification · Non-operating range, distinct from operation.

MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 data sheet (global, all capacities)
Not provided−40–85 °C
NVMe interface protocol version
Sources
1.41.4
First product manufacturer sourceSecond product manufacturer source
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