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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 5300 PRO |
| Capacity | 7680GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1.5 |
| Total Bytes Written | 9110 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 95000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 11000 |
| Average Latency | 54 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 3 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 5300 PRO MTFDDAK7T6TDS-1AW16TAYY is purpose-built for high-capacity SATA server boot, virtualization, and read-heavy database tiers, combining 7.68TB of 3D TLC with 1.5 DWPD endurance and 9,110TBW to deliver a stronger reliability margin than typical read-centric SATA SSDs. With up to 540/520 MB/s throughput and 95,000/11,000 IOPS, it gives data centers a practical way to maximize usable capacity per bay and extend service life without moving off a broadly compatible SATA 6Gb/s platform.
With an endurance rating of 9,110 TBW and 1.5 DWPD, this SSD is designed for sustained enterprise write workloads and can reliably handle writing the full drive capacity one and a half times per day across its rated service life. In typical server or system-boot scenarios, this level of endurance is far beyond normal daily demand, making it a dependable choice for long-term operation with substantial write headroom. For enterprise reliability, built-in power-loss protection helps preserve in-flight data and protects mapping tables during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of data corruption and unplanned recovery events. Its UBER of 1.0E-17 indicates an extremely low unrecoverable bit error rate, supporting high data integrity expectations for business-critical environments, while the 3-million-hour MTBF further reflects a design focused on continuous-duty operation.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface enables straightforward drop-in deployment across widely installed server and storage platforms, making it ideal for enterprise refresh projects that prioritize compatibility, stability, and predictable integration.
2. With sequential read performance of 540 MB/s, the drive accelerates large-file access, helping backup repositories, media servers, and analytics workloads shorten data retrieval and job start times.
3. Delivering 95,000 random read IOPS, it supports highly responsive access to small-block data, which is critical for virtualized environments, OLTP databases, and metadata-heavy enterprise applications.
4. Rated for 1.5 DWPD and built on 3D TLC NAND, the SSD offers a practical balance of write endurance, capacity efficiency, and cost control for mixed-use enterprise workloads that run continuously.
5. A typical latency of 54 µs helps reduce storage-side response delays, improving application consistency and user experience in business systems that depend on fast transaction handling.
Lower capacity reference: 3840GB Higher capacity reference: 15360GB At 7680GB, this SSD sits in the sweet spot of the series. Compared with the 3840GB model, it gives much better headroom for data growth, denser VM placement, and longer refresh cycles without changing the expected enterprise-class read/write and random IOPS profile. Compared with the 15360GB version, it typically delivers a more attractive balance of acquisition cost, usable capacity, and performance consistency. This makes 7680GB especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, mixed database workloads, or a 2U application node pool serving roughly 150 to 250 business users.
Q: Is MTFDDAK7T6TDS-1AW16TAYY suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 1.5 DWPD, 9,110 TBW endurance, 3D TLC NAND, and low 54 µs typical latency, this SSD is well suited for write-intensive database and enterprise server workloads.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: It is rated for 1.5 full drive writes per day over its warranty term. For a 7.68TB drive, that equals about 11.52TB of writes per day within specification.
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, reducing corruption risk and improving reliability in enterprise and transactional environments.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 10 is commonly recommended for this SSD in performance-critical environments, as it balances speed, redundancy, and rebuild efficiency. RAID 1 or RAID 5 may suit capacity-focused deployments.