Review: Corsair MP700 Pro PCIe Gen5 X4 NVMe M.2 SSD with Air Cooler

Corsair has launched the new MP700 Pro PCIe Gen5 X4 NVMe M.2 SSD with a Cooler that stands out as one of the pioneering models, showcasing cutting-edge performance with a remarkable 12400 MB/s of sequential read throughput and 1.6 million random write IOPS. This performance sets a promising standard for the forthcoming generation of drives.

Functioning as a flagship-class PCIe Gen5 X4 NVMe M.2 SSD, the MP700 Pro offers impressive performance across various metrics, elevating storage capabilities to enthusiast-class levels on desktops. With high sequential bandwidth and consistently reliable performance, this drive is supported by Corsair, a trusted name in the SSD industry.

Inside the box, you get the Corsair MP700 Pro along with a cooler. The variant we received offers 2TB of onboard storage. The SSD supports the latest PCIe 5.0 architecture seen on Intel Z790 and AMD X670 platforms. The company also uses high-density 3D TLC NAND on this SSD which offers a balance between performance and endurance.

The MP700 Pro also serves as an excellent entry into the PCIe 5.0 arena, equipped with DirectStorage-optimised firmware. This in turn allows the MP700 Pro to communicate directly with your graphics card when playing games for faster load times. In terms of cooling, you get to choose from three options: one without a heatsink, one with an air-cooled heatsink, and one with a liquid-cooled heatsink. The one reviewed here is the air-cooled heatsink variant.

Supported by a five-year warranty covering up to 1,400 terabytes of written data, the Corsair MP700 Pro provides a robust assurance of reliability. Corsair provides its SSD Toolbox software for download on its website. This software not only displays the drive information and SMART health attributes but also allows you to perform various functions such as TRIM, cloning, overprovisioning, and secure drive erasure.

For reviewing this SSD, we used a test bed configured with the ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi Motherboard, paired with Intel Core i9-14900K and 48GB of DDR5 RAM running at 5,600MHz. To benchmark, we used the CrystalDiskMark, and as you can see below, these are some solid results:

In terms of performance, thermals are also a thing to consider. During peak performance, rising temperatures can be observed in PCIe 5.0 SSDs. Hence, efficient cooling is crucial to prevent thermal throttling, which can lead to decreased read and write speeds. The optional air cooler bundled with the Corsair MP700 Pro is certainly a value-add. This cooler uses a conventional SSD heatsink with a fan that directs airflow along its length thus proving to be a good alternative cooling solution.

The Corsair MP700 Pro 2TB stands out as an excellent SSD. With proper cooling, it delivers optimal performance among PCIe 5.0 SSDs. Featuring three models, it caters to the diverse needs of users. Enthusiasts with high-end PCs will certainly find the MP700 Pro 2TB particularly enticing. The Corsair MP700 Pro PCIe Gen5 X4 NVMe M.2 SSD with Cooler is thus highly recommended.

Price: $340