Pure Storage FlashArray //C50 R4
The Pure Storage FlashArray //C50 R4 is an entry capacity-flash storage system utilizing PCIe Gen 4 compute and high-density QLC DirectFlash Modules. Designed to eliminate spinning disk storage in medium enterprises, it delivers multi-petabyte capacity, built-in ransomware SafeMode protection, and consistent 2-4ms latency.
Specifications
| Brand | Pure Storage |
|---|---|
| Family | FlashArray //C |
| Form factor | 3U rack |
| Released | Jun 2023 |
| Controller configuration | Dual active-active controllers in 3U enclosure |
| Processor | Intel Xeon Scalable processors per controller (PCIe Gen 4) |
| Operating system | Pure Storage Purity//FA |
| Raw capacity | Up to 640TB raw |
| Effective capacity | Up to 2.1PB effective with data reduction |
| Drive media | NVMe DirectFlash QLC Modules (24.7TB, 49TB, 75TB) |
| Connectivity | 64Gb/32Gb FC, 100GbE/25GbE/10GbE iSCSI, and NVMe-oF |
| Data reduction | Inline deduplication and compression |
| Management | Pure1 cloud-based management |
Generations
- Previous generation: Pure Storage FlashArray //C40
Check compatibility with Pure Storage
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Pure Storage has tested with the Pure Storage FlashArray //C50 R4.
- Compatibility Pure Storage compatibility matrix (free vendor sign-in)
- Support Pure Storage Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What form factor does the //C50 R4 use?
The //C50 R4 uses a 3U dual-controller enclosure housing up to 24 DirectFlash Modules.
Does the //C50 R4 include ransomware SafeMode?
Yes, SafeMode snapshots are built-in and tamper-proof against administrative deletion.
Buying or selling FlashArray //C50 R4?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Pure Storage FlashArray //C Specifications, checked 2026-10-28
- Pure Storage Documentation - //C R4 Generation, checked 2026-10-28