The tech world just got a whole lot faster. SanDisk’s new WD Black SN8100 SSD is here, and it’s a beast. With read speeds of up to 14,900 MB/s and write speeds of 14,000 MB/s, this NVMe PCIe Gen 5.0 drive is the fastest on the market.
Breaking Down the Specs
The SN8100 isn’t just about raw speed. It also delivers on random performance, hitting 2.3 million IOPS for both reads and writes on the 2TB and 4TB models. That’s a big jump from PCIe Gen 4.0 SSDs, which typically top out at around 1 million IOPS. What’s behind this performance? The SN8100 uses SanDisk’s in-house SMI2508 controller and 218-layer 3D TLC NAND memory, developed in partnership with Kioxia.
One of the best parts? The SN8100 is up to 100% more power-efficient than its Gen 4.0 counterparts. That’s a big deal for anyone building a high-performance rig.
What to Expect
The WD Black SN8100 will be available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities. The 1TB model is already listed on Amazon Germany for €199.99. Shipments are expected to start on May 30. So, what does this mean for the market? SanDisk is setting a new bar for high-performance SSDs, and other manufacturers will need to step up their game.
Gamers, content creators, and pros who need top-tier storage will love the SN8100. Its arrival will shake up the high-performance storage segment, driving innovation and competition. Get ready for a storage revolution.