WD BLACK SN850X NVMe M.2 Internal SSD
Best high-speed storage for competitive PC and console gamers.
This drive is the gold standard for gamers who refuse to wait for loading screens. It pushes PCIe Gen 4 speeds to their absolute limit, though you will need to opt for the heatsink model to keep that raw performance from throttling during marathon sessions.
$389.99
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Who it's for
- Gamers and power users demanding top-tier data transfer speeds
- Competitive players needing consistent performance during long gaming sessions
- Content creators and professionals requiring long-term drive reliability
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for more affordable storage solutions
- Users without adequate motherboard cooling or heatsink support
- Early adopters seeking the latest PCIe 5.0 bandwidth capabilities
Performance breakdown
Sequential Read Speed
Blistering transfer rates that make long loading screens a thing of history.
Thermal Management
Optional heatsink keeps performance stable during the most intense gaming marathons.
Write Endurance
High TBW rating ensures this drive survives years of heavy data writes.
Gaming Optimization
Game Mode 2.0 intelligently prioritizes assets for a smoother, stutter-free experience.
Random IOPS Performance
Rapid response times ensure near-instant access to your most demanding game files.
Platform Compatibility
Seamless integration with both high-end desktop rigs and PlayStation 5 consoles.
Key Specs
Storage Capacity
2 TB
Maximum Read Transfer Rate
7300 MB/s
Maximum Write Transfer Rate
6600 MB/s
Drive Interface Standard
PCI Express NVMe x4
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Endurance (TBW)
1200 TB
Random 4KB Read
1200000IOPS
Limited Warranty
5 Year
Drive Type
Internal SSD
Interface Type
NVMe PCIe Gen4
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