Review Seagate FireCuda PCIE Gen4 NVMe: Lightsaber Legends (Special Edition) – the perfect M2 for Star Wars fans

Seagate launched Lightsaber Legends, the new FireCuda PCIE Gen4 NVMe SSD that has a perfect design for Star Wars fans who want a touch of the franchise on their PC.

The FireCuda PCIE Gen4 NVMe SSD officially became the ssd perfect for fans of Star Wars with the launch of Seagate of the special editions of the collection of lightsabers of this storage memory. This M2 format allows us to expand the storage of our PC without having to worry about losing speed since it is one of the fastest drives on the market today.

But you are probably wondering what are the advantages of this model and why, if you are a fan of the franchise, you should buy it. And rest assured that geek culture We tested it and we will tell you all the details you need to know.

Features and Performance

This model has an interface PCIe Gen4 NVMe 1.4, so we are facing the best on the market. And the plus of this version is its design, since it is a limited edition model that comes with rgb so we can activate the lights of the lightsabers that marked an entire generation. Surprisingly in the box come the three most iconic lightsaber models from the George Lucas saga, Luke’s, Obi-Wan’s and Darth Vader’s.

Behind the heatsink, we have a device that takes advantage of up to 7300MB/s of speed that is complemented with the system m2. Even though it is a ssd which is compatible with PS5, Seagate recommend it more for pc because if it is put on the console, the design of the saber is lost and we do not see the lights rgb. (When is a transparent case for the PS5?)

This disk allows us to have sequential read/write speeds of up to 7300/6900MB/swhile a SATA-type connection mechanical disk normally reaches a speed of 750 megabytes per second. Yes, you probably already know this, but it should be noted that the speed of the team is impressive, and it is not only useful to have it by its looks.

And if we take into account that most other brands have SSDs that reach the 5700this model becomes one of the best options for fans of Star Wars and techies. We get these values ​​thanks to the interface and its data transfer protocol, since in NVMe it allows us to reach speeds we only dreamed of before.

But… What do you have to take into account before buying it?

Like all good things, there are things to keep in mind when buying. Advantages come at a cost, and the price of the drive itself is one of them. Since this is an exclusive version that comes with a heat sink included and three design options in the box, it is priced a little higher than any Firecuda SSD of the brand (in the US $280 almost in its 2TB version). However, it is important to note that this type of storage is completely different from previous generations, and the difference in speed is noticeable.

So if you are trying to change the ssd of your PC, you are going to have to review the specifications a bit and compare prices before investing a good amount in the FireCuda PCIE Gen4 NVMe SSD: Lightsaber Legends Special Edition.

Another thing to keep in mind is that Lightsaber Legends only comes in two versions: from 1TB and of 2TB. They may be the best versions for those who want to invest for the long term, but this greatly affects the price. It may not be enough for us depending on the use we give it, but if we only want to buy it to have the ssd as a collectible item we probably have to invest quite a bit. Finally, the performance of the version of 1TB is a little lower than the version of 2TB, which can become a decisive point for some hyper mega technical. The read/write sequence in the 1TB It is 7300/6000 while in the of 2TB It is 5300/6900MB/s.

Also to take into account is what type of motherboard and cabinet you have. To make it look the part you’re going to need a PC with a glass case and space for the drive to show through. The same thing to take into account the space you have with the video card and the cooler, because the height of the heatsink (a little higher than a traditional one) may make the assembly uncomfortable.

Design and Construction of the Lightsaber Legends

This format disk M.2 It offers us maximum performance in a reduced format. Thanks to its design and construction, the ssd The company ensures a reliability of 1.8 million hours or 82 years of gameplay ahead, something almost impossible to test (unless you want to read this review when you turn 100!). Finally, it has a firmware update support and we can access the company’s dedicated application, SeaTools, for free and monitor the status of our unit. And a great advantage, as we already told you, is that the model comes with the three covers of the lightsabersso we can switch between the saber of Luke Skywalkerthe one of Darth Vader and the one of Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Conclusion

The Seagate FireCuda SSD PCIE Gen4 NVMe: Lightsaber Legends Special Edition It is one of our best allies if we are looking to expand our storage in pc and at the same time have a collector’s item that, if you have a PC with a transparent glass case, will look like never before. Its performance is perfect for next-generation games and we don’t have to miss out on the benefits they offer. This model is currently not available in Argentina, but it is expected that when it arrives it will exceed the 100 thousand pesos in its 1TB version and in other Latin American countries it will be obtained with prices in line with those of the US, where it is above $270 in its 2TB version.

Technical specifications

• Name and Model: Seagate SSD FireCuda PCIE Gen4 NVMe: Lightsaber Legends Special Edition
• Capacity: 2 TB (also available in 1 TB)
• Sequential Read Speed ​​(maximum, MB/s): 7300
• Sequential write speed (maximum, MB/s): 6900
• Interface: PCIe ×4 4th. gen, NVMe 1.4
• Memory Type: 3D TLC
• Size: M.2 2280 with heat sink
• Warranty: 5 years
• The box includes: The PCIe 4th Solid State Drive. NVMe generation Lightsaber Legends Special Edition FireCuda with all three interchangeable cases, quick start guide and Rescue Data Recovery Services for data recovery

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