Built for Elite Gaming

The WD Black SN850X Gaming M.2 2280 NVMe SSD is engineered for gamers and professionals seeking unparalleled performance. With lightning-fast speeds, an optional heatsink for thermal management, and advanced features like Game Mode 2.0, this SSD is built to crush load times and deliver a seamless gaming experience.

Highlights

• Elite Performance: Achieve insane speeds up to 7,300 MB/s for quick load times and smooth gameplay.
• Optional Heatsink: Available with a heatsink to maintain peak performance during intense gaming.
• Massive Storage: Capacities up to 8TB to store your entire game library and more.
• Future-Ready Features: Supports Microsoft DirectStorage for faster load times in next-gen games.
• Customizable Dashboard: Manage drive health, RGB lighting, and Game Mode 2.0 through the WD_BLACK Dashboard.

Key Features

Next-Level Gaming Performance

• Blazing Speeds: Sequential read speeds up to 7,300 MB/s and write speeds up to 6,600 MB/s (1TB-4TB models).
• High IOPS: Random read and write speeds up to 1,200K IOPS for smooth multitasking and responsiveness.
• DirectStorage Support: Future-proof your rig with faster load times and seamless gaming.

Optimized for Gaming and Storage

• Massive Capacities: Store up to 8TB of games, updates, and downloadable content.
• Predictive Loading & Adaptive Thermal Management: Delivers consistent performance under heavy loads.

Heatsink Option

• Thermal Control: Keep your system cool during extended gaming sessions with the optional heatsink model.
• PS5 Compatibility: The heatsink model is also optimized for PlayStation®5 consoles.

Advanced Monitoring and Customization

• WD_BLACK Dashboard: Monitor drive health, customize RGB lighting, and activate Game Mode 2.0 (Windows® only).

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 1TB to 8TB.
• Form Factor: M.2 2280 NVMe SSD.
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4.
• Sequential Performance: Read up to 7,300 MB/s, write up to 6,600 MB/s.
• Random IOPS: 1,200K read, 1,200K write.
• Endurance: Up to 600 TBW.
• Dimensions: 80mm x 22mm x 2.38mm.
• Weight: 7.5 grams.

Applications

• Gaming PCs and Workstations: Boost performance for faster load times and improved responsiveness.
• PlayStation®5 Consoles: Upgrade storage with the heatsink model for seamless compatibility.
• High-Performance Workloads: Ideal for 3D rendering, video editing, and other demanding tasks.

Summary

The WD Black SN850X Gaming M.2 2280 NVMe SSD sets the standard for elite gaming performance. With top-tier speeds, massive storage, and advanced features like DirectStorage and Game Mode 2.0, it’s the ultimate choice for gamers and power users. Whether you're building a next-gen PC or upgrading your PS5, the SN850X delivers unmatched performance and reliability.