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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 5200 ECO |
| Capacity | 3.84TB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 7700 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 95000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 17000 |
| Average Latency | μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 3 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 5200 ECO 3.84TB (MTFDDAK3T8TDC) is best suited for read-intensive cloud and content-delivery workloads such as CDN edge caching, scale-out object storage, and virtualized infrastructure tiers that need high capacity with predictable 1 DWPD endurance. Compared with typical entry enterprise SATA SSDs in the same class, it pairs near-interface-limit 540/520 MB/s throughput with 95,000 random read IOPS and 7,700 TBW, giving architects a stronger balance of usable capacity, steady-state read performance, and lifecycle durability.
With an endurance rating of 7,700 TBW, the MTFDDAK3T8TDC can sustain approximately 2.1 TB of writes per day for 10 years, which is far beyond the write volume of a typical operating system or boot drive. In practical procurement terms, this means it is well suited for long-term, worry-free use in common enterprise system-disk and mixed-read workload scenarios, with ample endurance headroom under normal daily operation. For enterprise reliability, built-in power-loss protection helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of corruption and improving recovery confidence. Its 1.0E-17 UBER indicates an extremely low unrecoverable bit error rate, and together with a 3-million-hour MTBF, it supports dependable data integrity and stable service in always-on business environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface ensures broad compatibility with mainstream enterprise backplanes and servers, enabling cost-efficient upgrades without changing existing storage infrastructure.
2. With sequential read performance of 540 MB/s, this drive accelerates OS boot, VM image loading, and large-file retrieval in read-intensive business environments.
3. Its random read capability of 95,000 K IOPS helps databases, virtualization clusters, and metadata-heavy applications respond faster under highly concurrent access.
4. A 1 DWPD endurance rating makes it a dependable fit for mixed-use enterprise workloads that require predictable lifespan, stable write resilience, and easier maintenance planning.
5. Built with 3D TLC NAND, the SSD balances capacity, performance, and power efficiency, making it well suited for enterprise deployments that need strong economics without sacrificing reliability.
Within this SSD family, the closest lower capacity reference is 1.92TB and the next higher capacity is 7.68TB. The 3.84TB model sits at the sweet spot of the lineup: compared with 1.92TB, it provides much better headroom for data growth, VM image sprawl, and mixed application consolidation without increasing drive count too quickly. Compared with 7.68TB, it usually delivers a better balance of acquisition cost, usable capacity, and enterprise-grade performance consistency. It is especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application storage for roughly 40 to 60 general-purpose virtual machines.
Q: Is MTFDDAK3T8TDC suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: MTFDDAK3T8TDC can support database workloads, but with 1 DWPD it is better suited to mixed-use or read-intensive environments rather than highly write-heavy database servers with sustained intensive writes.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 1 DWPD, meaning it can handle one full 3.84TB drive write per day over the warranty period, consistent with its 7700TB TBW endurance rating.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection. PLP helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected outages, which is critical for maintaining data integrity and reducing corruption risk.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: The recommended RAID level depends on your priority. RAID 1 or RAID 10 is preferred for performance and redundancy, while RAID 5 or RAID 6 may suit capacity-focused deployments.