WD Black SN8100 1TB NVMe PCIe 5.0 M.2 2280 SSD 14900MB/s WDS100T1X0M Gen5
Destroy loading screens and unlock insane system responsiveness with the next-generation **WD_BLACK SN8100 1TB NVMe SSD**. Purpose-built for extreme gamers, hardware enthusiasts, video editors, and advanced AI application processing, this drive breaks performance barriers by harnessing the full power of the **PCIe Gen 5.0 x4** interface.
Equipped with the high-end **Silicon Motion SM2508** controller and cutting-edge **TLC 3D CBA NAND** technology, the SN8100 delivers breathtaking sequential read speeds of up to **14,900 MB/s** and write speeds up to **11,000 MB/s**. Supported by **nCache 4.0** intelligent buffering, it eliminates performance drops even under prolonged, heavy data workloads.
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⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: NON-HEATSINK MODEL
This listing is for the standard **Non-Heatsink model (WDS100T1X0M)** with a low-profile thickness of just 2.38mm.
* It is perfect for installation under your motherboard's integrated M.2 heatsink shields or custom cooling setups.
* To achieve maximum performance and prevent thermal throttling, we **strongly recommend** using a high-quality motherboard M.2 cooling pad/heatsink.
* Requires a PCIe Gen 5 compatible motherboard slot to reach maximum rated speeds (backward compatible with PCIe Gen 4/Gen 3 at reduced speeds).
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Key Features & Highlights
* **Next-Level Gen5 Speeds:** Reaches lightning-fast sequential reads up to 14,900 MB/s and writes up to 11,000 MB/s for elite-tier responsiveness.
* **TLC 3D CBA NAND Flash:** Offers an exceptional combination of speed, power efficiency, and long-term durability for demanding tasks.
* **Unmatched Power Efficiency:** Engineered for better thermal-to-power performance ratios, consuming an average of 7W or less under full load while staying cooler than early Gen5 drives.
* **WD_BLACK Dashboard Software:** Monitor your drive’s health, optimize performance, and keep your firmware updated effortlessly (Windows only).
* **Massive Endurance & Reliability:** Built to last with an impressive Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1,750,000 hours and a high TBW rating.
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Technical Specifications
* **Brand:** Western Digital (WD_BLACK)
* **Model Line:** SN8100 Series
* **Model Number (MPN):** WDS100T1X0M-00CMT0
* **Capacity:** 1 TB (1000 GB)
* **Form Factor:** M.2 2280 (Single-sided)
* **Interface:** NVMe PCIe Gen 5.0 x4
* **Controller:** Silicon Motion SM2508
* **Cache Technology:** nCache 4.0
* **Sequential Read Speed:** Up to 14,900 MB/s
* **Sequential Write Speed:** Up to 11,000 MB/s
* **Random Read (4KB):** Up to 1,600,000 IOPS
* **Random Write (4KB):** Up to 2,400,000 IOPS
* **Heatsink:** No (Low-profile 2.38mm drive)
* **Dimensions:** 80 mm x 22 mm x 2.38 mm
