Lexar SSD ARES PRO 2TB
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US launch / reference: $200
Third-party reference ↗Lexar SSD ARES PRO 2TB vs WD_BLACK SN850X 2 TB
An overall editorial verdict is not available for this pair yet. Your priorities and current prices can change the better choice.
WD_BLACK SN850X 2 TB
90/100 editorial
US launch / reference: $219
Manufacturer source ↗Start with the tradeoffs
Consider Lexar SSD ARES PRO 2TB for
- Interface: PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe
- Listed endurance: 1,500 TBW
- Form factor: M.2 2280 (single-sided, 2.45mm)
Tradeoff: Check slot compatibility, exact capacity and heatsink clearance before purchase.
Consider WD_BLACK SN850X 2 TB for
- Best PCIe 4.0 sustained speed under load
- 5-year warranty
- Excellent gaming/load times
Tradeoff: PCIe 4.0 not 5.0
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Specifications side by side
Arrows indicate a higher capacity, higher power rating, or lower weight/time for comparable simple quantities. They do not establish overall product quality. Unknown values remain unavailable.
| Specification | Lexar SSD ARES PRO 2TB | WD_BLACK SN850X 2 TB |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | M.2 2280 (single-sided, 2.45mm) | Not documented |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe 1.4 |
| Sequential read | 14,000 MB/s | 7300 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 10,000 MB/s | 6600 MB/s |
| Random read | 2,000,000 IOPS | Not documented |
| Random write | 1,500,000 IOPS | Not documented |
| Controller | 8-channel, reported MaxioTek MAP1806 class | Not documented |
| NAND | 3D TLC | BiCS5 TLC |
| DRAM | DRAM-less (HMB, per ComputerBase report) | Not documented |
| Endurance | 1,500 TBW | 1200 TBW (2TB) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Capacity | Not documented | 1 / 2 / 4 / 8 TB |
Lexar SSD ARES PRO 2TB
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WD_BLACK SN850X 2 TB
Prices & availability
US launch / reference: $219. This is not a current retailer offer.
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Price history
History appears when an approved retailer provides observations.
Prices apply to the listed configuration and condition. Tax and shipping are not included unless the retailer states otherwise.