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TECHx
14-05-2025
- Business
- TECHx
SanDisk Launches WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe Gaming SSD
Home » Emerging technologies » Storage » SanDisk Launches WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe Gaming SSD SanDisk has announced the launch of its latest high-performance gaming SSD, the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with PCIe Gen 5.0 technology. The internal SSD delivers speeds of up to 14,900 MB/s and offers capacities of up to 8TB. It is designed for gaming, content creation, and AI workloads. According to the company, the WD_BLACK SN8100 is built for PC gamers and professionals who demand speed, reliability, and power efficiency. SanDisk reported that the SSD is over 100% more power efficient than its PCIe Gen 4.0 drives, helping users maintain high performance with lower energy use. Eric Spanneut, Vice President of Devices at SanDisk, stated that high-performance users now have a PCIe Gen 5.0 solution that balances speed and power, allowing them to build top-tier gaming rigs and workstations. AMD's Senior VP and CTO for Compute and Graphics, Joe Macri, said PCIe Gen 5.0 brings a significant performance leap. He noted that the WD_BLACK SN8100 SSD improves both speed and efficiency for gaming and professional systems. Intel also commented on the launch. Todd Lewellen, Vice President of Client Ecosystem Group, said the combination of Intel Core Ultra processors and the SN8100 SSD will drive innovation in PC performance, supporting faster gameplay and content creation. The SSD features Sandisk BiCS8 TLC 3D CBA NAND technology and a low-power profile. It also offers improved thermal performance, simplifying system design without costly cooling systems. Key performance details shared include: Up to 14,900MB/s read and 14,000MB/s write speeds and speeds Over 2,300,000 IOPS of random performance (2TB–4TB models) of random performance (2TB–4TB models) Up to 2,400TBW endurance for demanding tasks like video editing and AI The company also introduced a heatsink version of the SSD. It features a passive cooling design made with anodized aluminum and includes customizable RGB lighting, with no need for extra power or fans. SanDisk confirmed that the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with Heatsink will be available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities starting this fall. The 8TB model and its heatsink variant are expected to launch in the Middle East this summer. This release marks SanDisk's entry into PCIe Gen 5.0 SSDs for gaming and professional use, setting a new performance standard in the internal SSD market.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Sandisk launches WD_BLACK SN8100 as ‘world's fastest PCIe Gen 5.0 NVMe SSD'
SanDisk has launched WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD, an internal solid-state drive featuring PCIe Gen 5.0 technology. The company claims that this is the world's fastest NVMe SSD , and is designed for client PCs and offers high performance for demanding applications, including high-performance gaming , content creation as well as artificial intelligence (AI) workloads. WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD price in India, availability The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD is available for purchase starting on Wednesday (May 14) through IT reseller partners and e-commerce platforms in 1TB (Rs 17,499), 2TB, and 4TB capacities. The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with Heatsink will be available in the fall in 1TB (Rs 18,999), 2TB and 4TB capacities. An 8TB capacity option for both versions is expected to be available later this year. WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD specifications by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Co-Founder of Google Brain, Andrew Ng, Recommends: "These 5 Books Will Turn Your Life Around" Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD is claimed to have sequential read speeds up to 14,900 MBps and write speeds up to 14,000 MBps. It delivers random performance of over 2,300,000 IOPS on 2TB and 4TB models. This represents a reported two-fold improvement in read speeds compared to SanDisk's previous generation PCIe Gen 4.0 SSDs, the company claimed. According to SanDisk, the new PCIe Gen 5.0 SSD is claimed to be 100% more power efficient than their high-performance PCIe Gen 4.0 offering, with an average operating power of 7W or less. The drive incorporates SanDisk's BiCS8 TLC 3D CBA NAND technology, which the company states contributes to its performance, reliability, low-power profile, and optimised thermal management, potentially simplifying system cooling requirements. Endurance for the 4TB model is rated at up to 2,400TBW (Terabytes Written), supporting tasks such as video editing and AI processing. The drive will be available in capacities up to 8TB, providing space for large games, projects, and datasets. SanDisk is also offering an optional version of the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with an integrated, low-profile passive heatsink. This heatsink utilises anodised aluminium for cooling without requiring additional power or fans. This version also includes customisable RGB LED lighting. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
