Western Digital Black SN7100 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD

This PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD delivers sequential read speeds of 7,250MB/s and write speeds of 6,900MB/s on the 1TB and 2TB models, representing approximately 35% performance improvement over the previous generation. The drive uses Sandisk's TLC 3D NAND technology and arrives without DRAM cache, which Western Digital emphasises provides enhanced power efficiency during maximum speed operation. Capacity options extend to 4TB, suiting users requiring substantial storage for game libraries and large files.

The drive targets gaming laptops and portable systems, with particular focus on handheld gaming devices. An M.2 2280 form factor makes it compatible with standard NVMe slots found in most modern laptops and compact systems. The Sandisk Dashboard software provides drive monitoring, performance tracking, and a Game Mode feature for systems running Windows. Endurance ratings reach 2,400TBW on the 4TB model, indicating suitability for sustained workloads.