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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 5300 PRO |
| Capacity | 960GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1.5 |
| Total Bytes Written | 2628 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 95000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 35000 |
| Average Latency | μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 3 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 5300 PRO 960GB (MTFDDAV960TDS-1AW15ABYYR) is an excellent fit for SATA-based virtualization hosts, database log volumes, and mixed-read/write edge servers that need more endurance than read-centric SSDs, delivering 1.5 DWPD and 2628 TBW while sustaining near-saturation SATA performance at 540/520 MB/s. Compared with typical enterprise SATA drives in this capacity class, it stands out by combining 3D TLC efficiency with 95,000/35,000 IOPS and substantially higher write durability, making it a stronger long-life choice for infrastructure that cannot yet move off SATA backplanes.
With an endurance rating of 2,628 TBW and 1.5 DWPD, the MTFDDAV960TDS-1AW15ABYYR is built to handle sustained daily writes in demanding enterprise environments without concern over premature wear. In typical system-boot, application, and mixed read/write workloads, this level of endurance is more than sufficient for many years of stable service, making it a dependable choice even for long-term deployment. On the reliability side, power-loss protection (PLP) helps safeguard in-flight data and metadata during an unexpected power interruption, reducing the risk of corruption and improving operational resilience. Its ultra-low UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 3-million-hour MTBF, indicates enterprise-class data integrity and a design focused on consistent, dependable operation.
1. The SATA interface ensures broad compatibility with mainstream enterprise servers and storage arrays, making this drive an easy drop-in upgrade for legacy and mixed-infrastructure deployments.
2. Its strong sequential read performance helps accelerate boot storms, database snapshot access, and large file retrieval in read-centric business workloads.
3. High random read capability enables faster response times for virtualized environments, OLTP databases, and metadata-heavy applications with many small-block requests.
4. This endurance profile is well suited for sustained daily write activity in enterprise operations, supporting reliable use in mixed-workload platforms without premature wear concerns.
5. The 3D TLC NAND architecture balances cost efficiency, capacity density, and dependable performance, making it a practical choice for scale-out data center storage.
Lower capacity reference: 480GB Higher capacity reference: 1.92TB At 960GB, this SSD sits in the sweet spot of the family. Compared with the 480GB model, it gives much better headroom for OS images, application growth, logs, and overprovisioning, reducing the risk of early capacity pressure in always-on enterprise workloads. Compared with the 1.92TB version, it delivers nearly the same mainstream enterprise read/write behavior while keeping acquisition cost and $/server under tighter control. It is especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization, such as boot and infrastructure storage for about 40 to 60 mixed-use virtual machines.
Q: Is MTFDDAV960TDS-1AW15ABYYR suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 1.5 DWPD, 2628 TBW, and 3D TLC NAND, MTFDDAV960TDS-1AW15ABYYR is suitable for write-intensive database workloads, especially in enterprise environments requiring solid endurance, SATA compatibility, and PLP support.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 1.5 full drive writes per day over its warranty period. For a 960GB SSD, that equals about 1.44TB 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 protects mapping tables during sudden power failure, which is critical for data integrity and enterprise system reliability.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 1, 10, or 5 can be considered depending on workload and redundancy needs. For database and write-heavy applications, RAID 10 is typically recommended for balanced performance, resilience, and recovery.