WD Black SN8100 2TB NVME SSD Game Drive Gen 5

Storage capacity

Maximum sequential read

Maximum sequential write

Drive format

Capacity for the Installed Library

The 2 TB capacity provides internal space for the system and its files. Plan room for the operating system, applications, game updates and working files when choosing the drive. Some of the labelled capacity is used for formatting and drive functions, so usable space depends on the operating environment. Keep a separate backup arrangement for files that need to be retained.

Sequential Transfer Performance

Sequential read: 14900 MB/s. Sequential write: 14000 MB/s. These are manufacturer maximum figures under the specified test conditions. Actual transfers depend on the host hardware, software, available cache, temperature and workload. Use the capacity-specific figures when comparing this drive with another option, particularly where a larger version of the same family has a different write rating.

Match the Storage Interface

The drive uses PCIe 5.0 x4, NVMe 2.0 in a M.2 2280 NVMe format. Check that the intended M.2 slot accepts a 2280-length PCIe NVMe drive and supports the required interface. The host connection determines the available link speed, so confirm the system specification before planning an upgrade.

The WD_BLACK SN8100 Hardware

The SN8100 combines TLC 3D CBA NAND, DRAM cache and nCache 4.0 technology. Its NVMe 2.0 interface uses a PCIe Gen 5 x4 connection for the drive’s rated high-speed operating mode. The 2 TB version has its own capacity-specific write and random-read specifications. These characteristics describe the selected drive family and capacity. Use them alongside the interface and performance figures when choosing storage for a desktop or compatible notebook. Keep any service or firmware work within the manufacturer’s supported procedure and maintain a backup of important files before changing a storage installation.

Capacity-Specific Write Endurance

The rated write endurance is 1200 TBW. TBW means terabytes written and describes a tested write-workload rating. It is not the same as usable capacity or a guaranteed number of years of operation. Consider the expected write workload when choosing a drive for application files, game installations, recordings or project data.

Family

WD_BLACK SN8100

Capacity

2 TB

Form factor

M.2 2280

Which capacity is supplied?

2 TB.

What interface does this SSD need?

PCIe 5.0 x4, NVMe 2.0; use a suitable M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe slot.

What are its sequential-speed ratings?

Sequential read: 14900 MB/s. Sequential write: 14000 MB/s. Actual performance depends on the host and workload.

What cooling or fitting checks are needed?

This X0M part is the standard M.2 module without a factory heatsink. Plan suitable host cooling for the PCIe 5.0 drive and check the 80 ×22 ×2.38 mm clearance requirement.