WD BLACK 1TB SN770 NVMe Gen4 PCIe M.2 2280 Internal Gaming SSD
Best high-speed storage for gamers looking to reduce load times.
Elevate your gaming with this high-performance internal SSD, offering a generous 1TB of storage for your extensive game library and demanding applications. Experience lightning-fast load times and seamless gameplay thanks to its Gen4 PCIe technology and NVMe interface, delivering impressive read speeds up to 5150 MB/s and write speeds up to 4900 MB/s. Designed for PC and laptop systems, its M.2 2280 form factor ensures broad compatibility. Enjoy peace of mind with a reliable 5-year manufacturer warranty.
$99.99
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#693 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-81%
Below average
Storage Capacity
1
/ TB
Who it's for
- Gamers needing faster load times and snappy system responsiveness
- Budget-conscious players seeking reliable performance for competitive titles
- Value-seekers upgrading their storage without overspending on premium hardware
Who should skip it
- Power users performing heavy, sustained data transfers
- Users without motherboard heatsinks running intense, prolonged workloads
- Enthusiasts chasing the absolute peak sequential speeds available
Performance breakdown
Sequential Read Speed
Blazing transfer rates ensure your game levels load in a heartbeat.
Random IOPS Performance
Handles complex multitasking and heavy system operations with impressive responsiveness.
Gaming Optimization
Engineered specifically to minimize latency during the most intense gaming sessions.
Thermal Efficiency
Maintains stable performance without overheating during prolonged high-demand workloads.
System Compatibility
Standard M.2 2280 form factor fits seamlessly into most modern builds.
Long-term Reliability
Five-year warranty provides significant peace of mind for your data storage.
Key Specs
Storage Capacity
1 TB
Read Speed
Up to 5150 MB/s
Write Speed
Up to 4900 MB/s
Interface
M.2, NVME
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Random Read
740000 4KB IOPS
Random Write
800000 4KB IOPS
Manufacturer Warranty
5 Years
Know before you buy
The WD BLACK SN770 uses the standard M.2 2280 form factor. As long as your laptop has an available M.2 slot that supports NVMe drives, it should be compatible.
Yes, this drive is backward compatible with PCIe Gen3 interfaces. However, you will be limited to the maximum speed of your motherboard's Gen3 slot rather than the drive's full Gen4 potential.
No, this model does not include an integrated heatsink. It is designed to run efficiently on its own, but ensure your PC case or motherboard has adequate airflow for sustained high-performance gaming.
Absolutely. While it is optimized for gaming, its high read and write speeds make it an excellent choice for demanding applications like 4K video editing, large file transfers, and heavy multitasking.
The WD BLACK SN770 comes with a 5-year manufacturer warranty. This covers defects and hardware failures, providing long-term peace of mind for your storage investment.
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