SanDisk Launches WD_BLACK SN8100 PCIe Gen 5 NVMe SSD for Gaming and AI Workloads
SanDisk introduces the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD featuring PCIe Gen 5.0 technology, delivering blazing speeds up to 14,900 MB/s and capacities up to 8TB. Designed for gamers, content creators, and AI professionals, it offers double the power efficiency of PCIe Gen 4.0 drives, advanced thermal management, and high endurance for intensive workloads. Optional heatsink models with RGB lighting enhance cooling and aesthetics.
SanDisk has unveiled the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD, a groundbreaking internal storage device that leverages PCIe Gen 5.0 technology to deliver exceptional speed and capacity tailored for gaming, content creation, and AI workloads. This SSD achieves sequential read speeds up to 14,900 MB/s and write speeds up to 14,000 MB/s, with capacities reaching up to 8TB, making it ideal for high-performance PC builds.
The evolution of gaming graphics, 4K and 8K content production, and AI applications demands storage solutions that maximize PC performance. The WD_BLACK SN8100 is engineered for hardcore gamers and professionals requiring top-tier speed, reliability, and power efficiency. Impressively, it is over 100% more power efficient than SanDisk's previous PCIe Gen 4.0 SSDs, operating at an average power consumption of 7 watts or less.
Key features of the WD_BLACK SN8100 include:
- PCIe Gen 5.0×4 NVMe M.2 interface delivering up to 2x performance over PCIe Gen 4.0
- Sequential read speeds up to 14,900 MB/s and write speeds up to 14,000 MB/s
- Random performance exceeding 2,300,000 IOPS (for 2TB–4TB models)
- Up to 2,400 TBW endurance ensuring durability for intensive tasks
- Advanced Sandisk BiCS8 TLC 3D CBA NAND technology for reliability and optimized thermal performance
To address thermal management, SanDisk offers an optional heatsink version featuring a low-profile anodized aluminum passive cooling design with customizable RGB LED lighting, eliminating the need for noisy fans and enhancing system aesthetics.
Industry leaders from AMD and Intel have endorsed the WD_BLACK SN8100, highlighting its revolutionary performance and power efficiency that complement next-generation processors and GPUs, fueling innovation in gaming, content creation, and professional workflows.
Available now in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities, with an 8TB model expected later this year, the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD offers a compelling solution for users demanding the highest storage performance combined with power efficiency and reliability.
The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD represents a significant advancement in storage technology, enabling gamers, creators, and AI professionals to accelerate their workflows and gaming experiences with unprecedented speed and efficiency.
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