Western Digital
WD Blue SA510 2TB
A entry-level ssd for PC builders, leading with 2000 GB.
44/100
2000 GBSATA IIIM.2
£230best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 44/100
- Built for the job
- Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile
Scored against the ssds classWhere the WD Blue SA510 2TB wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Capacity and interface
Capacity2000 GB
Form factorM.2
InterfaceSATA III
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowWD Blue SA510 2TB vs Sabrent Rocket XTRM Plus 2TB
WD Blue SA510 2TBRocket XTRM Plus 2TB
| Western DigitalWD Blue SA510 2TBThis page | SabrentRocket XTRM Plus 2TB | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44 /100 | 44 /100 |
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
| Interface | SATA III | — |
| Form factor | M.2 | — |
Who it's for
Is the WD Blue SA510 2TB right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable ssd for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier ssd is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the WD Blue SA510 2TB worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 44/100 against other ssds, a entry-level result where the class average is around 40.
What stands out on the WD Blue SA510 2TB?
Its overall 44/100 rating against the rest of the ssds class.
How does it compare to the Crucial T710 2TB?
The Crucial T710 2TB scores 45/100 versus this one at 44/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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SABRENT Rocket Enterprise PCIe 4.0 U.2 15.36TB NVMe SSD
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Crucial T710 2TB
The Crucial T710 2TB scores higher and adds headroom for demanding setups.
See review →
