WD BLACK SN8100 1 TB (WDS100T1X0M)

The WD BLACK SN8100 is a line of internal M.2 2280 NVMe SSDs for desktop PCs and compatible laptops, built on the PCIe 5.0 x4 interface and aimed at the maximum performance segment for gaming, video editing, rendering, and demanding workloads. The WD BLACK SN8100 series covers capacities of 1, 2, 4, and 8 TB, with both heatsink-free and heatsink-equipped versions available for all capacities. Maximum sequential read speeds across the lineup reach up to 14,900 MB/s, with write speeds up to 14,000 MB/s in the 2 TB and 4 TB models, while the 1 TB variant delivers up to 11,000 MB/s write speed and the 8 TB model up to 13,200 MB/s. The higher-capacity models deliver up to 2.3 million IOPS for reads and up to 2.4 million IOPS for writes. The series is based on TLC 3D CBA NAND technology. The WD BLACK SN8100 is designed for modern systems with PCIe Gen5 support while maintaining the standard 2280 form factor, which simplifies integration into high-performance builds. The WD BLACK SN8100 is a top-tier consumer SSD line for scenarios where peak speeds, high IOPS headroom, and the choice between a slim design and a heatsink-equipped version are critical.