Western Digital Black SN850X 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD

This is a 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD using the PCIe 4.0 interface, delivering sequential read speeds up to 7,300 MB/s and write speeds up to 6,300 MB/s. The drive uses TLC NAND memory and comes with a heatspreader to maintain performance during sustained workloads. It features Game Mode 2.0 software (Windows only) that optimises system performance for gaming through load prediction and asset management.

The SN850X is designed for gaming and content creation workloads where fast load times and low latency matter. The 1TB capacity suits users who want rapid access to their most-used titles and applications without constantly managing storage. The heatspreader helps prevent thermal throttling during extended gaming sessions or heavy file transfers, ensuring consistent performance over time.