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The MSI SPATIUM M470 PRO is a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD offering up to 6000 MB/s sequential reads, 950 K IOPS random performance, and a 640 TBW endurance rating, packaged in a compact form factor without a heatsink.
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$339.49
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$134.40
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$99.99
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$339.49
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers praise the M470 PRO for its blazing PCIe 4.0 sequential speeds and strong random IOPS, noting that it easily outpaces PCIe 3.0 drives. However, they criticize its relatively high idle power draw and inadequate thermal management, which leads to temperatures near 90 °C and throttling during sustained transfers. The lack of an included heatsink further limits its suitability for small or poorly ventilated systems.
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Common Complaints
Thermal throttling under sustained loads and relatively high idle power consumption are the most frequently mentioned drawbacks.
How It Compares
vs. WD Black SN750 (PCIe 3.0 reference)
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Choose the WD Black SN750 for energy‑efficient builds where maximum speed is not critical; opt for the M470 PRO when raw PCIe 4.0 performance is the priority.
vs. Samsung 970 EVO Plus (PCIe 3.0 reference)
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The Samsung 970 EVO Plus is suitable for users who value proven reliability and moderate performance, while the M470 PRO is better for those demanding the highest PCIe 4.0 throughput despite its thermal drawbacks.