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Get a complete build plan based on budget and goals.
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Will It Run?
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Smart Wizard
Get a complete build plan based on budget and goals.
Build Comparison
Compare complete builds side by side.
Part Comparison
Check specs, price, and value across parts.
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Measure CPU and GPU balance before you buy.
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MSI
Phison E21T controller · Micron NAND.
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Performance, endurance, NAND architecture, thermals, and compatibility.
About This Product
The MSI SPATIUM M461 500GB is an M.2 2280 NVMe SSD utilizing PCIe 4.0 x4. It offers improved performance over SATA SSDs and entry-level PCIe 3.0 drives, suitable for general computing and light gaming. While faster than older standards, it does not compete with high-end PCIe 4.0 or PCIe 5.0 SSDs in sequential read/write speeds or IOPS.
Verdict
“A solid upgrade for users moving from older storage, offering good value for everyday tasks.”
Performance, endurance, NAND architecture, thermals, and compatibility.
How long the drive lasts under sustained writes.
Warranty
5 years
Controller, NAND, and cache — what most retailers don't show you.
Controller
Phison E21T
NAND Type
QLC(176-layer)
NAND Brand
Micron
DRAM Cache
No (HMB)
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