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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 7450 PRO |
| Capacity | 3.84TB |
| Usage Class | Read-Intensive |
| Host Interface | PCIe Gen4 NVMe |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 16 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | U.3 15mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 176-layer 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 7300 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 6800 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 5300 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 1000000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 18000 |
| Average Latency | 80 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 7450 PRO 3.84TB (MTFDKCC3T8TFR-1BC15A) is an excellent fit for read-intensive cloud infrastructure such as CDN edge caching, analytics query tiers, and virtualized read-heavy storage pools, combining PCIe Gen4 throughput up to 6800/5300 MB/s with 1M random-read IOPS to keep latency low under parallel workloads. Its 176-layer 3D TLC NAND and 7300 TBW endurance at 1 DWPD give it a strong balance of capacity density, sustained reliability, and predictable service life that makes it especially compelling for high-capacity enterprise deployments where read performance per drive matters most.
With an endurance rating of 7,300 TBW and 1 DWPD, the MTFDKCC3T8TFR-1BC15A is designed to handle sustained daily write activity across its warranty period with ample margin for typical enterprise use. In practical terms, for common server, boot, and mixed-read workloads, this level of endurance supports long-term deployment and can comfortably serve as a system or application drive for many years without endurance concerns under normal operating conditions. For enterprise reliability, built-in power-loss protection helps preserve in-flight data and protect metadata integrity if power is unexpectedly interrupted, reducing the risk of corruption during sudden outages. Its UBER of 1.0E-17 indicates an enterprise-class rate of unrecoverable bit errors, supporting high data integrity, while the 2 million hour MTBF further reflects a design intended for dependable 24/7 operation.
1. The PCIe Gen4 NVMe architecture unlocks ultra-fast host connectivity, enabling data-intensive platforms to move large datasets quickly and keep modern CPU cores fed without storage bottlenecks.
2. With up to 6800 MB/s sequential read performance, this SSD accelerates large-file access such as VM image loading, analytics scans, and backup restore operations in enterprise environments.
3. Delivering 1,000,000 K random read IOPS, it is well suited for high-concurrency workloads like OLTP databases, metadata services, and virtualization clusters that depend on rapid small-block access.
4. Rated at 1 DWPD, the drive provides enterprise-grade write endurance for mixed-use deployments that need predictable lifespan under sustained daily overwrite pressure.
5. Built on 176-layer 3D TLC NAND and featuring a typical latency of 80 µs, it balances capacity, efficiency, and responsiveness for latency-sensitive cloud and business-critical applications.
Lower capacity reference: 1.92TB Higher capacity reference: 7.68TB In this series, the 3.84TB model sits at the sweet spot for mainstream enterprise deployment. Compared with the 1.92TB version, it gives much better headroom for OS images, application growth, logs, and overprovisioning without changing the expected read/write or random IOPS profile. Compared with the 7.68TB option, it typically delivers a more attractive cost-per-node while avoiding unnecessary capacity stranded in lightly loaded servers. Overall, 3.84TB is the best-balanced choice for medium-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 40 to 60 mixed-workload virtual machines.
Q: Is MTFDKCC3T8TFR-1BC15A suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes, it can support database workloads, but with 1 DWPD it is better suited for mixed-use rather than extremely write-intensive environments. For sustained heavy writes, a higher-endurance enterprise SSD is recommended.
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 its warranty period, aligned with its 7,300TB total bytes written 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 power failure, which is critical for maintaining data integrity, consistency, and system reliability.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 1, RAID 10, or RAID 5/6 may be selected depending on performance and redundancy goals. For databases and business-critical workloads, RAID 10 is commonly recommended for balanced speed and protection.