WD Blue SA510 500GB Internal SSD
500GB2.5" SATA III 6Gb/sUp to 560MB/s3D TLC NAND
The WD Blue SA510 500GB, part number WDS500G3B0A-00AXR0, is an internal 2.5-inch SATA III solid state drive with reads up to 560MB/s, built as a reliable, no-fuss upgrade for everyday desktops and laptops. It uses 112-layer 3D TLC NAND and is the 500GB model in the SA510 family, which also comes in 250GB, 1TB and 2TB.
With sequential reads up to 560MB/s and writes up to 510MB/s, the SA510 makes Windows boot, application loading and file transfers far quicker than a mechanical hard drive. Carrying EAN 0718037884639 and MPN WDS500G3B0A-00AXR0, it fits any device with a 2.5-inch SATA bay and is backed by a 5-year limited warranty. Typically in stock with fast delivery across Cyprus.
Compatibility note
The SA510 is a standard 2.5-inch 7mm SATA III drive that fits virtually all laptops and desktops with a SATA bay, and is backward compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and 1.5Gb/s. It is not an M.2 or NVMe drive and will not fit M.2 slots. This is a value-focused DRAM-less design and does not include hardware encryption.
Best For
✓ Upgrading a laptop or desktop from a hard drive
✓ A fast, responsive boot and OS drive
✓ Everyday computing, office and study
✓ Photo, file and media storage
✓ Quiet, shock-resistant storage with no moving parts
✓ A trusted-brand budget SSD upgrade
Key Features
Speeds up to 560MB/s
Reads up to 560MB/s and writes up to 510MB/s over the SATA III 6Gb/s interface deliver snappy boot, loading and file transfers versus a hard drive.
112-layer 3D TLC NAND
Modern 3D TLC NAND flash provides reliable everyday performance and efficiency in a proven Western Digital design.
Tough and durable
With no moving parts, the SA510 is far more resistant to bumps, drops and shocks than a mechanical hard drive, and runs cool and silent.
Acronis migration & WD Dashboard
Includes Acronis True Image WD Edition for easy cloning and the WD Dashboard to monitor drive health and firmware.
Technical Specifications
| Product Identification |
| Part Number |
WDS500G3B0A-00AXR0 |
| EAN / GTIN |
0718037884639 |
| MPN |
WDS500G3B0A-00AXR0 |
| Brand |
WD (Western Digital) |
| Series |
WD Blue SA510 |
| Performance |
| Sequential Read |
Up to 560 MB/s |
| Sequential Write |
Up to 510 MB/s |
| Architecture |
DRAM-less — value-focused single-chip controller design |
| Form & Interface |
| Capacity |
500 GB |
| Form Factor |
2.5-inch, 7mm — standard laptop and desktop drive-bay size |
| Interface |
SATA III 6Gb/s — backward compatible with 3Gb/s and 1.5Gb/s |
| NAND |
112-layer 3D TLC |
| Endurance & Warranty |
| Endurance (TBW) |
200 TB — total data writable over the drive’s lifetime |
| Software |
Acronis True Image WD Edition (cloning) + WD Dashboard |
| Hardware Encryption |
Not supported on this model |
| Warranty |
5-year limited warranty |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the WD Blue SA510 500GB fit my laptop or desktop?
Yes, in most cases. It is a standard 2.5-inch SATA III drive with a 7mm height that fits the vast majority of laptops and desktop SATA bays. It will not fit M.2 or NVMe slots, so confirm your device has a 2.5-inch SATA connector before buying.
Is 500GB enough, and how does the SA510 compare to other capacities?
500GB comfortably holds Windows, your applications and a good amount of files, photos and games. The SA510 also comes in 250GB, 1TB and 2TB; larger capacities give more space and higher endurance (the 500GB is rated at 200 TBW).
What is the difference between the SA510 and an NVMe SSD like the SN5000?
The SA510 is a 2.5-inch SATA drive capped at around 560MB/s, ideal for systems with only a SATA bay. An M.2 NVMe drive such as the WD Blue SN5000 reaches several thousand MB/s, but needs an M.2 NVMe slot. Choose the SA510 when your device does not have M.2 NVMe support.
What do I need to know before buying the SA510 500GB?
Confirm your system has a free 2.5-inch SATA bay and a way to clone or reinstall your operating system (Acronis True Image WD Edition is included). The drive is DRAM-less, uses 3D TLC NAND, is rated for 200 TBW and comes with a 5-year limited warranty; it does not include hardware encryption.
Singular Expert Insight
The WD Blue SA510 is a straightforward, trusted-brand SATA SSD that does exactly what most upgraders need: turn a slow hard-drive system into a responsive one, with the reassurance of a 5-year warranty. It is a DRAM-less, value-focused design, so for heavy sustained writes a DRAM-equipped drive like the Kingston KC600 holds up better, and if your machine has an M.2 slot an NVMe drive will be far faster. But for a simple, reliable 2.5-inch SATA upgrade, the SA510 is an easy recommendation. Compare capacities across our
internal SSDs to match your needs.
Buyer's Guide
Buy it if
You want an affordable, trusted-brand 2.5-inch SATA upgrade for a laptop or desktop, a fast boot drive, or to replace a hard drive in a system without an M.2 slot.
Skip it if
Your device has an M.2 NVMe slot (NVMe is far faster), you need heavy sustained write performance (consider a DRAM SSD), or you require hardware encryption.
Also consider
SA510 1TB or 2TB for more space, the Kingston KC600 for a DRAM cache and encryption, or the WD Blue SN5000 NVMe if your system supports M.2.