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WD Blue SN570 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD
Best storage upgrade for creative professionals building compact, high-speed workstations.
Spark your imagination and inspire creativity with the WD Blue SN570 NVMe SSD. Engineered for creators, this powerful internal drive keeps your workflow smooth by delivering up to five times the speed of the best SATA SSDs, minimizing PC lag and load times. Its slim M.2 2280 form factor is perfect for upgrading existing systems or building new custom rigs that require an NVMe slot. This drive offers significant performance in a compact space, backed by WD Blue reliability features. It also includes a complimentary one-month membership to Adobe Creative Cloud for immediate access to top creative applications.
$223.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
367
/ 2796
#367 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Capacity
1
/ TB
Who it's for
- Gamers and professionals needing snappy boot and load times
- Budget-conscious users prioritizing long-term drive reliability
- Laptop users looking to extend battery life and reduce heat
Who should skip it
- Content creators performing sustained, heavy file transfers
- Power users seeking maximum bandwidth for high-end systems
- Multitaskers running demanding database or server-side applications
Performance breakdown
Sequential Read Speed
Blazing fast performance that makes SATA drives feel like ancient history.
Form Factor Efficiency
The slim M.2 profile fits perfectly into even the tightest builds.
Workflow Responsiveness
Minimizes system lag to keep your creative momentum flowing without interruption.
Software Integration
Bundled Adobe Creative Cloud access provides immediate value for digital creators.
Drive Management
The Western Digital Dashboard offers intuitive monitoring for long-term drive health.
Upgrade Compatibility
An ideal drop-in solution for modernizing older systems with NVMe slots.
Key Specs
Capacity
1TB
Interface
PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Maximum Sequential Read Speed
Up to 3,500 MB/s
Model Number
WDS100T3B0C
Drive Type
Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Features
- Delivers up to 5X the speed of best SATA SSDs
- Slim M.2 2280 form factor for compact builds
- Utilizes high-speed PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe interface
- Includes downloadable Western Digital SSD Dashboard
- Comes with a one-month Adobe Creative Cloud membership
- Ideal for small-form-factor PCs
- Offers up to 3,500 MB/s sequential read speed
What customers say
The WD Blue SN570 NVMe SSD earns high praise primarily for its exceptional value and reliability. Users consistently report a significant improvement in system responsiveness, boot times, and application loading when upgrading from older SATA drives or hard drives. This drive is frequently recommended as the perfect solution for everyday computing and productivity tasks, easily meeting expectations for its price segment. Reviewers commend the straightforward installation process, describing it as simple plug and play. For budget-conscious builders seeking dependable performance without overspending, the SN570 strikes an excellent balance between cost and consistent speed, solidifying its reputation as a top tier entry level NVMe option.
Know before you buy
This drive uses the M.2 2280 form factor, which is the standard size for most modern laptops and desktop motherboards. Ensure your device has an available M.2 slot that supports the PCIe NVMe interface before purchasing.
The WD Blue SN570 utilizes a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface, allowing it to reach sequential read speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s. This makes it roughly five times faster than a standard SATA SSD, significantly reducing boot times and file loading speeds.
Yes, it is well-suited for both. The high read speeds help minimize load times in games and keep creative applications like Adobe Creative Cloud running smoothly during intensive tasks.
While the drive works immediately upon installation, you can download the Western Digital SSD Dashboard. This software allows you to monitor the drive's health, check available storage, and update firmware to ensure optimal performance.
The drive comes with a complimentary one-month membership to Adobe Creative Cloud. You can redeem this through the provided instructions to gain access to a suite of creative applications.
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