WD Black SN8100 2TB SSD M.2 2280 NVME PCIe 5.0
Experience the absolute pinnacle of SSD performance with the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe Gen 5 SSD. Engineered for demanding gamers and high-end content creators, this drive delivers blistering sequential read speeds up to 14,900MB/s and write speeds up to 14,000MB/s. It utilizes advanced TLC 3D CBA NAND technology for speed and reliability, while maintaining industry-leading power efficiency for PCIe Gen 5 drives. The 2TB capacity is perfect for massive game libraries and large datasets. Its sleek, low-profile design includes an integrated heatsink with anodized aluminum and double TIM pads for superior passive cooling, ensuring peak performance without extra noise or power.
$396.98
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
2270
/ 2796
#2270 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-25%
Below average
Capacity
2
/ TB
Who it's for
- Extreme Sequential Performance
- High Endurance and Reliability
- Superior Gaming Responsiveness
Who should skip it
- Significant Thermal Output
- Strict Platform Requirements
- Premium Price Point
Key Specs
Capacity
2 TB
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Interface
PCI Express 5.0 (NVMe)
Sequential Read Performance
14900MB/s
Sequential Write Performance
14000MB/s
Endurance (TBW)
1200
NAND Type
TLC 3D CBA NAND
Dimensions
80.01mm x 22.1mm x 2.29mm
Features
- Pinnacle PCIe Gen 5 SSD performance unlocked
- Blistering speeds up to 14,900 MB/s read
- Industry-leading PCIe Gen 5 power efficiency
- Harnesses advanced TLC 3D CBA NAND
- Superior passive cooling with aluminum heatsink
- Ideal for high-level gaming and creation
- Includes TCG Opal data protection features
- Breakneck PCIe 5.0x4 NVMe M.2 technology
What customers say
This 2TB SSD earns praise for its blistering PCIe 5.0 performance, significantly improving application loading and file transfers for demanding users. The core theme is exceptional speed, living up to the WD Black reputation for robust operation. However, buyers must address thermal management. The drive runs very hot under load, requiring substantial aftermarket cooling to avoid performance throttling. Furthermore, the premium cost invites debate regarding value, especially if a user's current setup cannot fully leverage the extreme bandwidth. It is a top-tier performer, but success depends on investing in necessary cooling infrastructure.
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